Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Design Services in Lancaster, PA
Established in July 2001 by Maryann Marotta and Donald Main, Marotta Main Architects is a full-service architecture firm headquartered in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with a satellite office in Chadds Ford. Our practice centers on collaborative design, partnering closely with clients and consultants to deliver tailored solutions across architecture, interior design, and master planning. With expertise spanning educational, commercial, worship, and residential sectors, we prioritize listening, problem-solving, and open communication to meet client needs. Our teams dedication to excellence is reflected in awards such as the AIA Central Pennsylvania Excellence in Design Citation and Historic Preservation Trust accolades.We serve clients in the Mid-Atlantic region, emphasizing sustainable growth and innovative design. Our professionals hold affiliations with organizations like the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and LEED certification programs. Client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, technical proficiency, and ability to make clients feel prioritized throughout projects. We maintain a shared commitment to the collaborative design process, ensuring each project aligns with client goals and community enhancement objectives.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Master Planning
Historic Preservation
Design/Build
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in architectural design and planning.
- Our team holds specialized certifications including LEED and AIA affiliations.
- We maintain open communication and responsiveness throughout every project.
- Our firm has received multiple AIA and Historic Preservation Trust awards.
- We specialize in collaborative design tailored to client-specific needs.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- LEED AP BD+C
What people say
Very competent team
Responsive to our needs
High level of expertise
Made us feel prioritized
Thorough in design
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing structures tailored to client needs. We handle projects from initial concept through construction documentation, emphasizing sustainable practices and code compliance. Our team collaborates closely with stakeholders to ensure designs meet both practical requirements and community enhancement goals.
Interior Design
We offer interior design solutions that optimize space functionality while maintaining visual appeal. Our approach integrates client branding, ergonomic considerations, and material selection to create environments that enhance user experience. This service extends to educational facilities, commercial spaces, and residential projects.
Master Planning
Master planning services involve creating comprehensive roadmaps for campus or district development. We analyze existing conditions, project growth patterns, and regulatory requirements to establish phased implementation plans. This service ensures long-term viability and coordinated growth for institutional and municipal clients.
Historic Preservation
Our historic preservation expertise maintains architectural integrity while meeting modern functionality needs. We conduct condition assessments, develop preservation plans, and implement restoration work that complies with heritage regulations. This service has been recognized through multiple preservation awards.
Design/Build
The design/build service combines architectural design with construction management under one contract. This approach streamlines project delivery, enhances cost control, and reduces timelines through coordinated team collaboration from concept to completion.
People
Donald Main
Managing Principal Architect
Donald Main co-founded Marotta Main Architects in 2001. As Managing Principal, he oversees project execution and maintains client relationships. His leadership emphasizes collaborative design and technical excellence across diverse architectural sectors.
Maryann Marotta
Founding Principal Emeritus
Maryann Marotta co-established the firm in 2001 and served as a principal architect until transitioning to her current emeritus role. She continues to contribute strategic guidance while mentoring junior staff in collaborative design methodologies.
Connie King
Principal Architect
Connie King leads architectural projects with expertise in educational and institutional facilities. As a LEED Accredited Professional and AIA member, she specializes in sustainable design solutions that balance functionality with environmental responsibility.
Christopher Peters
Principal Architect
Christopher Peters focuses on commercial and residential architecture. His LEED AP BD+C certification informs designs that integrate energy efficiency with modern aesthetics while maintaining compliance with evolving building standards.
Ted Strosser
Principal Architect
Ted Strosser brings decades of experience in complex architectural projects. His work emphasizes technical precision and code compliance, particularly for large-scale institutional and historic preservation assignments.
Questions
What services does MAROTTA/MAIN Architects offer?
We provide architecture, interior design, master planning, historic preservation, and design/build services for educational, commercial, worship, and residential clients.
Where is MAROTTA/MAIN Architects based?
Our primary office is in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with a satellite location in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania.
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in educational facilities, commercial/institutional projects, worship spaces, and residential design across the Mid-Atlantic region.
How does your collaborative design process work?
We partner directly with clients and consultants, emphasizing listening, problem-solving, and open communication to create tailored design solutions.
What awards has the firm received?
We've earned AIA Central Pennsylvania Excellence in Design awards, Historic Preservation Trust accolades, and ABC Keystone Chapter construction honors.
