Business Details
22 Years
experience
Sustainable Architectural Design Services in Swarthmore
Founded in 2004, we are a full-service architectural firm led by Claudia Cueto, a professional with over 30 years of experience. Our practice balances project flow to ensure principal involvement in every endeavor while prioritizing public service and community outreach. Our team actively serves on local boards and volunteers for community initiatives, reflecting our commitment to social responsibility. With expertise in sustainable design, we deliver award-winning projects for academic institutions, residential clients, and cultural organizations.Our services span architectural design, interior design, master planning, and exhibit design, supported by LEED-certified professionals and decades of experience in green building solutions. We specialize in institutional and residential projects, maintaining deep ties to Swarthmore and surrounding areas through over 50 completed local projects. Our process emphasizes transparency, technical excellence, and client collaboration from concept to construction completion.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Adaptive Reuse
Space Planning
FF&E Selections
Exhibit Design
Master Planning
Sustainable Design
Residential Architecture
Institutional Architecture
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of architectural experience with LEED-certified professionals
- Our firm maintains deep local knowledge through 50+ Swarthmore-area projects
- We provide full-service design from concept to construction completion
- Our principals maintain direct involvement in every project
- Recognized for sustainable design excellence in institutional architecture
Associations and certifications
- WBE
- MBE
- LEED
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design services for residential and institutional projects. Our process includes code compliance analysis, schematic design, construction documentation, and site administration. With expertise in sustainable practices, we create energy-efficient buildings that meet client needs while maintaining aesthetic excellence and functional integrity.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design services integrate energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials. We offer LEED certification guidance, passive solar design, and net-zero building solutions. The practice incorporates advanced insulation techniques, renewable energy systems, and water conservation strategies to reduce environmental impact while lowering long-term operating costs for residential and institutional clients.
Interior Design
We deliver full interior design services including space planning, FF&E selections, and exhibit design. Our approach coordinates lighting, HVAC, and technology requirements with aesthetic elements. The service includes furniture specification, custom design documentation, and vendor coordination to create functional, code-compliant interior environments for educational institutions and residential clients.
Master Planning
Our master planning services guide organizational development through comprehensive facility analysis. We assess existing structures, develop programming requirements, and create conceptual designs with cost estimates. The process involves stakeholder engagement and sustainable design integration to produce actionable plans for institutional clients seeking long-term facility improvements.
Residential Architecture
We specialize in residential architecture covering renovations and new construction. Services include measured drawings, design development, and construction administration. Our approach combines site-specific design with energy-efficient building practices, offering customized solutions for kitchen renovations, home additions, and complete residential projects across Swarthmore and surrounding areas.
People
Claudia Cueto
Principal
With over 30 years of architectural experience, Claudia leads design initiatives while maintaining active community involvement through local board service and volunteer work.
Tim Kearney
Principal
As co-principal, Tim contributes extensive institutional project experience and sustainable design expertise to the firm's award-winning architectural practice.
Heidi Sentivan
Senior Associate
Heidi brings specialized knowledge in interior design and FF&E selection services, having worked on notable projects for Princeton University and Swarthmore College.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architecture including design, master planning, interior design, sustainable solutions, and construction administration for residential and institutional clients.
Do you specialize in sustainable design?
Yes, we incorporate green building practices in all projects, including LEED certification, energy-efficient systems, and net-zero design options.
How long have you served the Swarthmore area?
Since 2004, we've completed over 50 local projects, combining regional expertise with national architectural standards.
What makes your firm unique?
Our principals maintain direct project involvement, combining 30+ years of experience with community-focused design and sustainable innovation.
Do you work on institutional projects?
Yes, we've designed facilities for Princeton University, Swarthmore College, Cheyney University, and other educational institutions across Pennsylvania.
