Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Architectural Design for Libraries & Municipal Buildings
Established in the 1970s, Butler Rowland Mays Architects is a regional design and planning firm dedicated to creating thoughtful, inviting community spaces. Our expertise lies in architecture, interior design, and historic preservation, with a particular specialization in libraries, civic buildings, and municipal spaces. We pride ourselves on combining over five decades of experience with a commitment to sustainability and community consensus-building. Our team of 6-10 professionals operates from a restored 1851 historic building in Ballston Spa, NY, offering tailored solutions for each project. We focus on building forensics, public space planning, and renovations that honor historical integrity while meeting modern needs.Serving clients across New York State, our firm has completed notable projects including the Ballston Town Hall, Brewster Public Library, and Vischer Ferry Fire District facilities. Recognized for our regional leadership in library design, we approach every project with a dedication to enhancing public spaces through innovative yet contextually sensitive design. Our work reflects a deep understanding of local communities and a passion for creating enduring architectural solutions that serve generations to come.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Planning
Historic Preservation
Community Consensus-Building
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- Specialized expertise in library and municipal architecture since 1970
- Certified professionals with extensive experience in historic preservation
- Staff of 6-10 dedicated architectural experts
- Proven track record with over 50 public building projects completed
- Commitment to sustainable design and community consensus-building
Services
Architecture
We provide comprehensive architectural services for new construction and renovations. Our approach emphasizes functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic harmony with existing environments. With decades of experience in public buildings, we deliver designs that meet specific community needs while adhering to budgetary constraints.
Historic Preservation
Specializing in preserving historical integrity while modernizing structures, our preservation work includes material analysis, structural reinforcement, and adaptive reuse strategies. We maintain historical accuracy in renovations while ensuring compliance with contemporary building standards and accessibility requirements.
Planning
Our planning services focus on creating functional public spaces that enhance community interaction. We develop master plans for libraries, town centers, and municipal campuses, integrating sustainable practices and considering long-term usage patterns to create enduring, purposeful environments.
Interior Design
We create interior spaces that optimize functionality and user experience. Our designs for public buildings prioritize flow, accessibility, and multi-use capabilities while maintaining aesthetic cohesion with exterior architecture and historical elements.
Community Consensus-Building
We facilitate collaborative design processes that incorporate community input. Through workshops and stakeholder meetings, we ensure projects reflect local needs and values while balancing practical considerations like budget and regulatory requirements.
People
Steven G. Rowland
Principal Architect
With over 30 years of experience, Steven leads architectural projects combining modern functionality with historical sensitivity. Specializing in public buildings, he ensures designs reflect community needs while maintaining aesthetic integrity.
Paul K. Mays
Principal Architect
Paul directs planning initiatives focusing on sustainable public spaces. His expertise in master planning and community engagement shapes projects that balance practical requirements with visionary design concepts for long-term use.
Lisa M. Hayes
Senior Designer
Lisa specializes in interior design for civic buildings, creating spaces that enhance user experience through thoughtful layouts and material selections. She focuses on accessibility and multi-functional design elements for public facilities.
Questions
What types of architectural projects do you specialize in?
We specialize in libraries, municipal buildings, and ecclesiastical projects, with additional expertise in historic preservation and public space planning.
How long has your firm been in operation?
Our firm was established in 1970 as Richard R. Butler Architect and Associates, operating as Butler Rowland Mays Architects since the 1990s.
Do you handle historic building restoration projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience in historic preservation, including renovations of 19th and early 20th-century buildings.
Where are your services available?
While based in Ballston Spa, NY, we serve clients across New York State with projects from the Hudson Valley to the Capital Region.
What makes your firm unique?
We combine architectural expertise with community engagement, focusing on sustainable designs that preserve historical integrity while meeting modern needs.
