Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Architects for Educational Facilities in New Jersey
Established over a century ago, our firm has built a reputation for delivering innovative architectural solutions grounded in traditional values. We prioritize specialized knowledge, unwavering commitment, and responsive service to create cost-effective, sustainable designs. Our collaborative approach begins with understanding client needs through comprehensive research and continues through every project phase, from planning to post-construction. With expertise in educational facilities comprising 90% of our portfolio, we have completed thousands of projects since the 1950s.Our team includes LEED-accredited professionals and specialists in solar design, ensuring modern solutions aligned with environmental stewardship. We maintain long-term client relationships, some exceeding 25 years, through transparent communication and proven expertise in grant applications, energy efficiency, and construction management.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Planning
Project Support
Roofing
Sustainability
Details
- Year established: 1925
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of specialized expertise in educational architecture
- Our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals and solar design specialists
- We maintain long-term client relationships with personalized service
- We provide comprehensive services from planning through construction
- Our staff includes 8 registered architects and 25 total professionals
Associations and certifications
- LEED
What people say
Highest level of professional services
Dependable and trustworthy vendor
Understands budgetary restraints
Successfully awarded $10 million
Professional architectural services
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services combine creative vision with technical precision for educational facilities. We offer full lifecycle support from initial concept through construction, including adaptive reuse, renovations, and new construction. Our team specializes in grant applications, energy-efficient design, and sustainable building practices that meet modern educational needs while respecting budget constraints.
Interior Design
Our interior design studio creates functional, inspiring learning environments tailored to educational institutions. We focus on sustainable materials, energy-efficient lighting, and flexible spaces that adapt to evolving teaching methods. Services include furniture selection, wayfinding systems, and custom millwork design that enhances both aesthetics and functionality for students and staff.
Roofing
Our dedicated roofing consultants provide comprehensive solutions for educational facility roofs. Services include forensic investigations, system design, and expert testimony. We specialize in all roof types from traditional metals to vegetative systems, with $100M+ in repair/replacement projects completed over the past decade while ensuring long-term durability and energy efficiency.
Sustainability
We integrate innovative sustainable solutions into every project, including solar systems, water conservation, and energy recovery technologies. Our LEED-accredited professionals help clients achieve environmental goals through programs like ESIP and SREC while maintaining fiscal responsibility. This approach creates buildings that serve educational needs and environmental stewardship simultaneously.
Planning
Our planning services create strategic roadmaps for educational facility development. Through collaborative charrettes and comprehensive assessments, we develop prioritized plans for growth, renovations, and resource allocation. Services include long-range facility planning, space programming, and compliance studies that ensure optimal use of educational spaces for decades to come.
People
William D. (Ted) Hopkins III
Principal
With decades of experience in educational architecture, Ted leads strategic initiatives and client relationships. His expertise in grant funding and sustainable design has secured millions in project financing while maintaining architectural excellence across numerous award-winning school facilities.
George R. Duthie
Principal
As principal, George oversees technical execution and quality control for all projects. His deep knowledge of building systems and code compliance ensures every facility meets rigorous safety standards while providing optimal learning environments through innovative design solutions.
Jason J. Dubowitz
Principal
Jason specializes in project delivery methods and construction administration. He manages complex capital projects from design through completion, ensuring timely execution within budget parameters while maintaining the firm's commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
Stephen W. Schreyer
Principal
Stephen leads planning initiatives and facility assessments. His expertise in space utilization studies and long-range master planning helps school districts optimize existing resources while preparing for future educational needs through data-driven decision making.
Gary A. Roston
Senior Associate
With specialized knowledge in roofing systems, Gary provides technical expertise for building envelope solutions. His forensic investigations and repair designs have preserved facility integrity across hundreds of school buildings while implementing cost-effective, long-term solutions.
Questions
What types of projects does FVHD specialize in?
We specialize in educational facilities comprising 90% of our work, including K-12 schools, higher education buildings, and vocational training centers across New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
How long has FVHD been in business?
Our firm has provided architectural services for over 100 years, with expertise passed through generations of professionals dedicated to educational facility design.
Do you offer sustainable design services?
Yes, we incorporate LEED principles and energy-efficient solutions, including solar systems, water conservation, and sustainable materials in all our projects.
Can you help with grant funding applications?
Our team has extensive experience preparing ROD grant submissions and other funding applications, recently securing over $10 million for preschool facility expansions.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve New Jersey and Pennsylvania from our offices in Trenton, NJ and Mont Clare, PA with projects completed across both states.
Do you provide construction oversight?
Yes, we offer comprehensive construction observation services to ensure project specifications are met throughout the building process.
