Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Architectural and Engineering Solutions
QPK Design is a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and planning firm founded in 1958 by Jack Quinlivan, Pete Pierik, and Al Krause. Our studio office model ensures professionals remain involved from project inception to completion, providing continuity and consistent leadership. We combine creative problem-solving with technical expertise to deliver designs that balance architectural artistry, construction technology, and business acumen. With a legacy of serving government, education, and commercial clients, we've completed landmark projects like Christian Brothers Academy's foundational campus building and Syracuse's Crouse Hanover Square Fountain Restoration. Our integrated practice emphasizes sustainability through LEED-certified projects and life-cycle cost analysis, achieving buildings that benefit occupants, economics, and the environment.As Syracuse-based practitioners, we've contributed to regional revitalization through both professional work and community engagement. Our team includes 9 LEED Accredited Professionals and specialists in structural engineering, landscape architecture, and interior design. We maintain a client-centric approach, evidenced by long-term relationships like our 60-year partnership with Christian Brothers Academy. Our commitment to quality design and technical proficiency ensures lasting value for every project.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Site Planning
Sustainable Design
Interior Design
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- Founded in 1958 with deep regional expertise
- 9 LEED Accredited Professionals on staff
- Integrated studio approach ensures project continuity
- Proven track record with government and education clients
- Specialized in sustainable design with 28 LEED projects
Associations and certifications
- LEED
What people say
Exceptional design expertise
Strong sustainability focus
Proven track record
Integrated approach
Local knowledge
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services combine creative vision with technical precision to create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. We specialize in educational facilities, healthcare centers, and commercial developments. Our team ensures every project balances artistic design with practical construction requirements.
Engineering
We provide comprehensive engineering solutions including structural, geotechnical, and mechanical systems. Our engineers work collaboratively with architects to ensure structural integrity while maintaining design intent. Services cover both new construction and renovation projects.
Sustainable Design
Our LEED-certified professionals implement sustainable strategies that reduce environmental impact while improving building performance. We conduct life-cycle cost analyses to optimize energy efficiency and create healthier indoor environments for occupants.
Project Management
We offer full-service project management from concept through completion. Our team coordinates all aspects of design and construction, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating functional, inspiring environments that enhance occupant well-being. We specialize in commercial, educational, and healthcare interiors with an emphasis on sustainable materials and efficient space utilization.
People
Andrew M. Wright
Partner Architect/Project Manager
Licensed architect with extensive experience managing complex projects from concept through construction. Specializes in educational and institutional facilities with a focus on sustainable design solutions.
Matthew Klucznik
Partner Architect
LEED Accredited Professional with expertise in integrating environmental considerations into architectural design. Leads multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance buildings that meet client needs and sustainability goals.
Michael P. O'Shea
Partner Architect
Experienced architect with a focus on urban design and historic preservation. Plays key role in maintaining the firm's commitment to downtown Syracuse revitalization through innovative design solutions.
Jennifer Robillard
Associate Partner Architect
Healthcare design specialist with expertise in creating healing environments. Certified in Evidence-Based Design and focused on improving patient outcomes through thoughtful architectural solutions.
Erin Primerano
Partner Interior Designer
Senior interior designer with NCIDQ certification and LEED expertise. Specializes in creating functional, sustainable interior spaces that enhance user experience while meeting strict regulatory requirements.
Questions
What services does QPK Design offer?
We provide architecture, engineering, interior design, site planning, and sustainable design services for educational, government, healthcare, and commercial clients.
Are you LEED-certified professionals?
Yes, we have 9 LEED Accredited Professionals and have completed 28 LEED-certified projects ranging from Gold to Certified levels.
How long have you served Syracuse?
Since our founding in 1958, we've maintained offices in downtown Syracuse and contributed to regional revitalization through both projects and community involvement.
What project types do you specialize in?
We focus on educational facilities, healthcare centers, government buildings, and commercial developments with expertise in both new construction and historic preservation.
How do you ensure project quality?
Our studio office model maintains team continuity from start to finish, ensuring consistent quality control and direct communication throughout the design and construction process.
What sustainability approach do you use?
We employ life-cycle cost analysis to optimize sustainability investments, focusing on energy efficiency, water management, and creating healthier indoor environments.
