Business Details
31 Years
experience
Award-Winning Sustainable Architecture & Design Solutions
Ashley McGraw Architects is a 30-year-old firm with the energy and innovation of a startup. We specialize in creating sustainable, people-centered designs that positively impact communities. Our collaborative, nonhierarchical team prioritizes client success, offering expertise in architecture, landscape design, and interior planning. We work across sectors including education, residential, and civic buildings, emphasizing universal design, sustainability, and community engagement. Our projects reflect a commitment to equity, environmental stewardship, and cutting-edge solutions.With offices in Syracuse, NY, Boston, MA, and Washington, DC, we serve clients nationally. Recognized with awards like the Fast Company World Changing Ideas Award, we combine rigorous curiosity with a focus on human experience. Our team includes licensed architects, certified interior designers, and specialists in early childhood education environments. We measure success through the triple bottom line of environmental, social, and economic sustainability.
Services
Architectural Design
Sustainable Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Early Childhood Education Design
Residential Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Community Building Design
Net Zero Energy Design
Playground Design
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 30 years of experience in sustainable architecture and design
- Specialized expertise in early childhood education environments
- LEED-certified projects demonstrating environmental leadership
- Collaborative, client-focused approach with nonhierarchical team structure
- Award-winning designs recognized nationally for innovation and sustainability
Associations and certifications
- LEED Platinum
- LEED Silver
- AIA New York State Excelsior Award
- Fast Company World Changing Ideas Award
What people say
Award-winning designs
Sustainable leadership
Client-focused approach
Innovative solutions
Community impact
Services
Architectural Design
We create innovative architectural solutions for educational, residential, and commercial buildings. Our designs prioritize sustainability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. With expertise in net-zero energy construction and LEED certification, we deliver spaces that enhance user experience while minimizing environmental impact. Our team works across K-12 schools, universities, multi-family housing, and civic buildings.
Sustainable Architecture
Our sustainable architecture practice focuses on energy-efficient designs that meet rigorous standards like LEED and Passive House. We integrate renewable materials, natural lighting, and climate-responsive systems. Projects include net-zero energy buildings and adaptive reuse of existing structures to reduce environmental footprint while maintaining functional excellence.
Early Childhood Education Design
Specialized design for early learning environments that promote child development through safe, engaging spaces. Our team creates nature-inspired playscapes, classrooms with optimal learning conditions, and multi-functional areas that support educational programs. We incorporate accessibility standards and safety features tailored to young children's needs.
Landscape Architecture
We design sustainable outdoor environments that blend recreation with ecological stewardship. Services include playgrounds, parks, campus landscapes, and natural playscapes. Our approach combines community engagement, stormwater management, and native plantings to create spaces that educate, inspire, and connect people with nature.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing environments for educational and commercial spaces. We specialize in learning environments that enhance student engagement, using color theory, flexible layouts, and ergonomic furniture. Certified NCIDQ designers ensure compliance with safety standards while maintaining creative, brand-aligned aesthetics.
People
Matt Broderick
President & Chief Executive Officer
With over 30 years in architecture, Matt leads strategic direction while maintaining hands-on design involvement. He champions sustainable practices and community-focused design, ensuring projects align with Ashley McGraw's mission of positive impact.
Mike Lindstrom
Principal and Early Childhood Education Leader
A national leader in early childhood environments, Mike has 43 years of experience designing award-winning educational spaces. He advises the American Academy of Pediatrics on childcare design and teaches at Harvard's Graduate School of Design.
Carlos Cardenas
Architect
Recently licensed in New York, Carlos brings expertise in educational architecture. With 15 years of experience across multiple sectors, he focuses on K-12 projects that combine functionality with innovative design solutions.
Risa DiSano
Interior Designer
NCIDQ-certified designer specializing in educational spaces. With 4 years of experience, she supports K-12 and higher education projects from concept through completion, ensuring designs meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.
Joanne Hiromura
Principal/Senior Landscape Architect
With 43 years of experience, Joanne specializes in children's outdoor environments. She leads landscape design that integrates natural elements with educational opportunities, creating spaces that inspire play and learning through nature.
Questions
What architectural services does Ashley McGraw offer?
We provide comprehensive architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture services specializing in education, residential, and civic projects with a focus on sustainability.
Do you specialize in sustainable building design?
Yes, we're leaders in sustainable architecture with LEED-certified projects and net-zero energy designs that combine environmental responsibility with functional excellence.
What experience do you have with school design?
We've designed over 100 educational facilities including K-12 schools, universities, and early childhood centers, with 30 years of experience in learning environment design.
Do you work outside New York State?
Yes, while headquartered in Syracuse, we have offices in Boston and Washington DC, and complete projects nationwide with a focus on the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
How do you ensure client satisfaction?
Through collaborative design processes, transparent communication, and by prioritizing client goals while maintaining our commitment to sustainable, impactful architecture.
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