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A Statement From Patriquin Architects
At Patriquin Architects, we actively advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion—both within our practice and the broader communities we serve. Our work reflects the rich diversity of the world around us, and we embrace our responsibility to create spaces that uplift and empower all people. We are committed to supporting, celebrating, and empowering individuals across…
Building Models is Serious Business
The Timeless Value of Physical Models in Architectural Design Our industry is constantly evolving. From AI-assisted software to advanced BIM modeling, today’s architects and designers spend more time in front of computer screens than at drafting tables or in workshops. However, no matter how advanced technology becomes, it will never replace the beauty, clarity, and…
Perch & Hollow Residence Progress
This month we are excited to see the progress of the Perch & Hollow residence, a modern house designed to capture the views to the natural wooded surrounding landscape through a cantilevered living space, wrapped entirely in glazing. The opened motorized windows will enhance this experience by allowing the occupants to have unencumbered access to…
Congratulations to Jennifer Shea, AIA on Associate Principal!
Congratulations to Jennifer Shea on her promotion to Associate Principal at Patriquin Architects! We are thrilled to announce that Jennifer Shea, AIA, has been promoted to Associate Principal at Patriquin Architects. Jennifer’s elevation to this role is a reflection of her dedication to design excellence, her collaborative spirit, and her proven leadership within our team.…
Welcome to the Team, Jason Levy !
Please join us in giving an enthusiastic welcome to the newest member of our team, Jason Levy ! With more than 10 years of experience Jason is a Senior Design Associate at Patriquin Architects where he works on a wide range of projects including commercial, educational, and multifamily developments. He is also an active member…
What a Transit Oriented Community Means for New Haven
Summarizing Recent Developments at Union Station In collaboration with the New Haven Parking Authority, Patriquin Architects has assisted in rezoning Union Station and its surrounding lots into a Transit Oriented Community or TOC, marking a significant shift towards car-free living in New Haven. At a recent meeting, Alders voted unanimously to create this new…
New Haven Independent – Extra Step Added For Transit-Oriented Housing
Check out the article here. Extra Step Added For Transit-Oriented Housing Laura Glesby Apr 4, 2024 11:34 am With climate change in mind, an aldermanic committee advanced a zoning proposal that would allow as-of-right restaurants, supermarkets, and offices — but not housing — along the Union Station railroad tracks. City zoning staff and Union Station development boosters appeared before the…
Measuring Progress: Interpreting EUI Findings in our Historic Passive Building Renovation
Accurate modeling and monitoring are essential to success in a Passive House project. Data plays a vital role in validating architectural and engineering decisions, confirming the functionality of systems, and identifying areas for potential improvements. After renovating our iconic King’s Block building in New Haven to passive house standards, we started monitoring the Energy Usage…
Frame by Frame: Documenting the Evolution of King’s Block’s Passive House Renovation
In 2020, we embarked on a transformative journey to renovate our historic masonry commercial building, built in 1816, using Passive House principles. The plan to renovate one floor at a time evolved into a whole-building energy retrofit, as the pandemic forced us into a building-wide hiatus. Through collaboration with our contractor and in-house architect teams,…
How We Renovated Our Historic Building With Passive Building Principles
In June 2023, Patriquin Architects’ president, Karin Patriquin, traveled to San Francisco to present at the AIA National Conference on Architecture 2023. Titled “Seize the Opportunity of Historic Passive House Retrofits,” the session covered many aspects of a renovation we completed on a historic building in Fair Haven, Connecticut, that we own and use as…