Business Details
Award-Winning Architecture & Design Solutions in Boston
Arrowstreet is an award-winning Boston-based architecture and design firm established in the 1960s, specializing in creating innovative, sustainable, and community-focused solutions across diverse sectors. Our interdisciplinary teams combine decades of experience with cutting-edge technology like AR/VR to address complex challenges in urban mixed-use developments, multifamily housing, hospitality, academic institutions, and life science facilities. We prioritize environmental resilience, integrating climate adaptation strategies such as rising sea level mitigation and energy-efficient systems into every project.Our collaborative approach fosters partnerships with clients, communities, and industry leaders to deliver designs that reflect evolving social patterns and technological advancements. With a legacy of reimagining building typologies, we maintain a commitment to equity, creativity, and excellence, ensuring each project harmonizes with its surroundings while setting new benchmarks for functionality and aesthetics.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Sustainable Design
Urban Planning
Experience Design
Mixed-Use Development
Life Science Facilities
Residential Design
Public Realm Design
Adaptive Reuse
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience reimagining architectural typologies for urban environments.
- Our team integrates AR/VR technology to enhance client engagement and design precision.
- We prioritize climate resilience with strategies for rising sea levels and energy efficiency.
- Our interdisciplinary approach combines architecture, interior design, and environmental planning.
- Award-winning projects demonstrate excellence in sustainable and community-centric design.
Services
Architecture
Arrowstreet provides comprehensive architectural services for urban mixed-use developments, multifamily housing, and life science facilities. Our designs integrate sustainability, resilience, and community engagement. We focus on creating functional spaces that reflect evolving social and environmental needs while maintaining aesthetic excellence.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design practice emphasizes climate resilience, energy efficiency, and environmental stewardship. Projects incorporate passive house principles, solar energy systems, and materials that reduce carbon footprints. We aim to achieve certifications like LEED Silver while addressing urban heat islands and rising sea levels through innovative site planning.
Interior Design
Arrowstreet's interior design services blend industrial heritage with modern aesthetics for multifamily, hospitality, and commercial spaces. We create functional, inviting environments using salvaged materials, vibrant color palettes, and technology-integrated layouts. Our focus is on enhancing user experience through thoughtful spatial organization and material selection.
Public Realm Design
We design public spaces that foster community interaction and environmental resilience. Our projects include green roofs, pocket parks, and pedestrian-friendly pathways that connect urban areas to natural landscapes. The approach integrates stormwater management, native plantings, and accessible amenities to create vibrant, sustainable public environments.
Experience Design
Arrowstreet's experience design focuses on creating immersive environments that engage users through technology and sensory elements. We utilize AR/VR tools for client collaboration and design visualization. This approach ensures spaces meet functional needs while offering dynamic, interactive experiences tailored to end-users' behaviors and preferences.
People
Amy Korte
Senior Associate
Amy Korte leads multidisciplinary teams in creating innovative, sustainable designs for urban developments. With expertise in life science and multifamily projects, she emphasizes community engagement and environmental resilience. Her work focuses on integrating public spaces with functional architecture.
David Bois
Senior Associate
David Bois specializes in sustainable residential and mixed-use projects, prioritizing climate adaptation strategies. He has extensive experience in affordable housing developments that incorporate energy-efficient systems and green infrastructure to address urban heat islands and sea level rise.
Sean Selby
Principal
Sean Selby directs architectural projects that blend historical context with modern design. His work on Manchester's 75 Canal Street revitalized a historic textile mill into a contemporary multifamily space, preserving industrial heritage while introducing innovative amenity areas for social connectivity.
Christine DiLallo
Associate
Christine DiLallo contributes to sustainable residential developments with a focus on affordable housing. She collaborates on projects that incorporate zero-net carbon strategies and community-centric amenities, ensuring designs meet both environmental and social equity goals.
Greg Triplett
Senior Associate
Greg Triplett specializes in life science and urban mixed-use developments. He led design efforts for Boston's Seaport Circle, creating a hybrid building-landscape that supports STEM workforce training and community engagement through innovative public realm integration.
Questions
What types of projects does Arrowstreet specialize in?
Arrowstreet specializes in urban mixed-use developments, multifamily housing, life science facilities, and sustainable design projects. We also focus on public realm design and adaptive reuse of historic buildings.
How does Arrowstreet incorporate sustainability into its designs?
We integrate climate resilience strategies, solar energy systems, and materials with low carbon footprints. Our projects address rising sea levels, urban heat islands, and energy efficiency through passive house principles and green infrastructure.
Can Arrowstreet handle large-scale urban development projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with large-scale developments like Boston's Seaport Circle and Manchester's 75 Canal Street, combining architecture, landscape design, and community engagement for comprehensive solutions.
Does Arrowstreet use advanced technology in its design process?
We utilize AR/VR tools for client collaboration, design visualization, and community engagement, ensuring transparent communication and innovative solutions tailored to project-specific challenges.
How does Arrowstreet approach historic building preservation?
Our approach blends industrial heritage with modern aesthetics, as seen in Manchester's 75 Canal Street project, where salvaged materials and historical elements were integrated into contemporary multifamily spaces.
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