Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Innovative Architectural Design Solutions
Since 1969, SWBR Architects & Engineers has been a multidisciplinary design firm dedicated to creating spaces that transcend the ordinary and evoke emotion. Our team of architects, engineers, and designers prioritizes relationship-building and innovative problem-solving to deliver client-focused solutions. With offices in Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse, we serve diverse markets including higher education, K12 schools, affordable housing, and commercial projects.Our core values of empowerment, empathy, and equity guide our approach to fostering inclusive environments. We integrate sustainable practices into every project, believing that smart design benefits both clients and the community. Our commitment to volunteerism and local engagement reflects our belief that architecture shapes not just buildings, but lives. Over five decades of experience position us as trusted leaders in the architectural industry.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Structural Engineering
Landscape Architecture
Graphic Design
Civil Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- 55+ years of architectural expertise since 1969
- Multidisciplinary team of architects and engineers
- Award-winning sustainable design practices
- Community-focused approach with local engagement
- Proven track record in education and commercial sectors
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client needs. We specialize in educational facilities, commercial buildings, and residential developments. With over 50 years of experience, our team combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver innovative solutions that enhance communities while maintaining strict adherence to sustainability principles and local regulations.
Interior Design
We create interior environments that balance form and function across educational, commercial, and residential sectors. Our designers prioritize user experience while incorporating sustainable materials and energy-efficient solutions. From concept development to final implementation, we ensure spaces reflect brand identity while optimizing functionality. Our approach integrates accessibility considerations and modern aesthetics to create lasting value for clients.
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services ensure safe, durable construction across diverse project types. We collaborate closely with architects to maintain design integrity while meeting technical requirements. Expertise includes seismic retrofitting, material selection, and code compliance. We utilize advanced modeling software to optimize structural performance while maintaining cost-effectiveness. Our engineers provide comprehensive solutions from initial concept through construction documentation and site supervision.
People
Allan Jenkins
Founder
Co-founder with decades of architectural experience, Jenkins established SWBR Architects & Engineers's commitment to relationship-driven design. His leadership shaped the firm's focus on community impact and technical excellence in educational and commercial projects.
Myron Starks
Founder
As founding partner, Starks contributed to SWBR Architects & Engineers's multidisciplinary approach, integrating engineering and design principles. His expertise in sustainable systems helped establish the firm's environmental stewardship philosophy across 50+ years of practice.
Thomas Wurzer
Founder
Co-founder instrumental in developing SWBR Architects & Engineers's educational facility expertise. Wurzer's emphasis on collaborative design processes laid the foundation for the firm's client-centric approach to complex institutional projects.
Questions
What architectural services does SWBR offer?
We provide full-service architecture, interior design, structural engineering, landscape architecture, and graphic design for educational, commercial, and residential projects.
How long has SWBR been in business?
Since 1969, we've delivered architectural solutions across multiple sectors, combining five decades of experience with contemporary design technologies.
What markets does SWBR specialize in?
We focus on higher education, K12 schools, affordable housing, urban lifestyle developments, senior living facilities, and commercial projects.
Does SWBR offer sustainable design solutions?
Yes, sustainability is core to our practice. We integrate energy-efficient systems and environmentally responsible materials into all project phases.
Where are SWBR's offices located?
We operate from four New York locations: Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, and Albany, with projects across the United States.
