Frank Shirley Architects

Frank Shirley Architects High-end residential architecture that embraces the present and honors the past. Our approach yields elegant designs, sound structures, and satisfied clients.

Frank Shirley Architects offers clients decades of experience in high-end residential architecture. Our firm balances an appreciation of traditional proportions, crafts, and materials with a command of the latest and most cost effective sustainability technology.

Designed by Royal Barry Wills in the 1930s, this Georgian Revival home deserved a renovation that honored its architectu...
06/11/2026

Designed by Royal Barry Wills in the 1930s, this Georgian Revival home deserved a renovation that honored its architectural legacy while adapting it for modern family life. By removing awkward alterations, opening key living spaces, and carefully studying the original details, we created a home that feels both refreshed and timeless.

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Contractor: Porter Builders
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Help us welcome Aaron! We're ecstatic to be growing as an office, and to be adding a new face to the FSA team. Read more...
06/09/2026

Help us welcome Aaron! We're ecstatic to be growing as an office, and to be adding a new face to the FSA team. Read more about Aaron and his valuable experience on the Team page of our website.

A few moments from a recent architectural tour of North Easton hosted by . From H.H. Richardson's landmark buildings to ...
06/04/2026

A few moments from a recent architectural tour of North Easton hosted by . From H.H. Richardson's landmark buildings to the Ames estates and Olmsted landscapes, it was a wonderful day of learning and inspiration.

Vehicle storage was paramount for this delightful Shingle Style carriage house, so storage for four cars led the design....
05/28/2026

Vehicle storage was paramount for this delightful Shingle Style carriage house, so storage for four cars led the design. To avoid an overbearing façade of garage doors, we designed an ell for two additional bays. A gameroom ‘getaway’ for teenagers and a private retreat for guests fills the loft area above the garage.

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This new build home is nestled in a gently rolling site on Martha’s Vineyard. The design draws on the folk Victorian sty...
05/21/2026

This new build home is nestled in a gently rolling site on Martha’s Vineyard. The design draws on the folk Victorian style common on the island, with strong roof lines and elegant details. Stone harvested from the site, along with wooden shingles and trim, allow artisans to demonstrate their craft. The result is a home built well and in harmony with its landscape, warmly embracing those it shelters today and for decades hence.

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Contractor: Doyle Construction
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This custom indoor tap is the perfect addition for the sunny new conservatory in this 1912 Colonial Revival home.Archite...
05/19/2026

This custom indoor tap is the perfect addition for the sunny new conservatory in this 1912 Colonial Revival home.

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Designed as part of a new cottage companion to a historic Queen Anne home, this deep porch offers comfort while honoring...
05/12/2026

Designed as part of a new cottage companion to a historic Queen Anne home, this deep porch offers comfort while honoring the character of the original property.

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Contractor: Pastore Builders
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A new wet bar in white oak creates both function and a focal point between the kitchen and living room, seamlessly woven...
05/07/2026

A new wet bar in white oak creates both function and a focal point between the kitchen and living room, seamlessly woven into the spirit of this 1891 Queen Anne home. Thoughtful details and timeless materials make everyday entertaining feel right at home.

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This custom cabinetry anchors a kitchen that helped bring a once-abandoned Georgian Revival estate back to life. Just pa...
04/30/2026

This custom cabinetry anchors a kitchen that helped bring a once-abandoned Georgian Revival estate back to life. Just part of a full first-floor redesign that restored both function and pride to the home.

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You have likely heard how AI is the future of our industry, but we here at FSA still believe that nothing beats a human ...
04/23/2026

You have likely heard how AI is the future of our industry, but we here at FSA still believe that nothing beats a human touch – even when that means we have to crawl into a dusty attic to get the proper measurements by hand.

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40 Pearl Street
Cambridge, MA
02139

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Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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