Business Details
5 Years
experience
Award-Winning NYC Architects
Established in 2021, Murdock Solon Architects (MSA) is a multidisciplinary architecture firm based in New York City. Our team of highly motivated design professionals approaches each project with extensive research and thoughtful creativity, from concept to completion. We employ a stepped design process and careful construction management to ensure successful execution. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, and institutional projects, including retail stores, restaurants, galleries, and institutional buildings. We prioritize meeting legal requirements while maximizing creativity and functionality, with a particular focus on navigating New York Citys building regulations.Our experience extends to preserving historic landmarked buildings, integrating original elements with modern aesthetics. We serve New York, Connecticut, Washington DC, and beyond, offering full architectural, interior design, kitchen design, and construction services for complete builds and renovations. Our holistic philosophy combines all components into a coherent whole, addressing design problems through efficient solutions in space planning, materials, mechanical systems, and structural strategies.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Architecture
Project Feasibility Studies
Research & Development
Commercial Projects
Residential Projects
Institutional Projects
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We hold multiple national architectural design awards recognizing excellence.
- Our team specializes in navigating New York City's complex building regulations.
- We integrate historic preservation with modern aesthetics for unique spaces.
- Our holistic approach ensures efficiency across space planning, materials, and systems.
- We serve diverse markets from NYC to Washington DC, offering full-service architecture.
Associations and certifications
- National Society of American Registered Architects
- Society of American Registered Architects
What people say
Award-winning design
Creative compliance
Urban expertise
Services
Architectural Design
We offer comprehensive architectural services from schematic design to construction completion. Our approach integrates space planning, material selection, mechanical systems, and structural strategies into cohesive solutions. Clients benefit from our expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments while creating spaces that balance creativity and functionality. Our focus spans residential, commercial, and institutional markets.
Historic Preservation
Specializing in landmarked buildings, we preserve original architectural elements while implementing modern updates. Our team maintains historical integrity through meticulous restoration techniques while incorporating contemporary amenities and compliance standards. This includes adaptive reuse projects that extend building lifespans through strategic interventions that meet current needs without compromising heritage value.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial architecture solutions optimize workspace functionality and aesthetic appeal for retail stores, restaurants, and institutional buildings. We address specific operational requirements while creating environments that enhance customer experience. The team integrates branding elements with practical considerations like circulation patterns, zoning compliance, and accessibility standards to maximize business effectiveness through spatial design.
Residential Projects
We create tailored living spaces from urban apartments to suburban estates. Services include complete home renovations, new construction, and specialized interior design. Our approach considers family needs, natural light optimization, and modern lifestyle requirements while maintaining compliance with local building codes. Projects range from Manhattan townhouses to coastal properties in the Hamptons and beyond.
Feasibility Studies
We conduct comprehensive feasibility analyses for residential and institutional developments. This includes site evaluation, code research, and yield optimization studies to maximize investment returns. Our reports assess regulatory constraints, construction costs, and market viability to inform decision-making before design phases commence, ensuring projects align with both client goals and practical considerations.
People
Kelly X. Solon
Principal / Owner
AIA-certified architect with extensive experience in urban design solutions, Kelly leads the firm's strategic direction while maintaining active involvement in key projects across residential and commercial sectors.
Shea Murdock
Principal / Owner
LEED AP-accredited architect specializing in sustainable design approaches and institutional projects, Shea oversees technical execution and construction management for complex developments across the Northeastern United States.
Satoi Akimoto
Partner
Licensed architect bringing expertise in cultural institutions and gallery spaces, focusing on integrating artistic requirements with structural functionality through innovative spatial planning solutions.
Brian Findley
Partner
Architecture professional with specialization in high-end residential projects, contributing extensive knowledge of luxury home design and historic preservation techniques in urban environments.
Walter J. Sueldo
Associate
Emerging design professional supporting project teams with technical documentation and detailing expertise, contributing to both commercial and residential developments under senior supervision.
Questions
What services does Murdock Solon Architects offer?
We provide architectural design, interior architecture, feasibility studies, and research & development for residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve New York City, Connecticut, Washington DC, Portland, ME, and surrounding regions.
What makes MSA unique?
Our approach combines historic preservation with modern aesthetics while excelling at NYC regulatory compliance.
Are you experienced with landmarked buildings?
Yes, we specialize in renovating historic landmarked buildings while maintaining their character.
What awards have you received?
We've earned multiple national awards from the Society of American Registered Architects and similar organizations.
