Ellen Cassilly Architect

Founded in 1999, Ellen Cassilly Architect is an architectural design firm specializing in intelligent design that fosters vibrant urban communities. Our design work includes renovation, new construction, adaptive reuse (upfitting older buildings for new uses), and urban infill (new building design that compliments surrounding architecture). We believe that smart urban design should focus on individual buildings and spaces and the impact each has on the surrounding community. We design to inspire connections between people, community and the environment. We place a high priority on creating walk-able urban neighborhoods that minimize sprawl, preserve natural open spaces and attract lifelong residents while simultaneously protecting the environment. Whenever possible, we use recycled or low embodied energy materials and reuse buildings with existing connections to the urban infrastructure. Abundant natural light, sight lines through rooms and views outside are hallmarks of our designs. Good site planning allows us to create buildings that are climatically comfortable as well as energy efficient. Our goal is to help our clients transform their creative vision into homes, buildings and landscapes they love to live in. We welcome your ideas and input throughout the design process.