EDM Studio

Our mission is simple: to work collaboratively, deliver designs that exceed expectations and have fun along the way.

05/05/2026

Last Tuesday, the Granby community came together to celebrate the groundbreaking of the West Street Building! 🎉

This exciting project will transform the former West Street School into a fully accessible municipal center bringing key town departments together under one roof and creating a more efficient, welcoming space for residents.

With major upgrades to accessibility, building systems, and safety, this is the first step in breathing new life into an important community asset.

We’re proud to be part of a project that strengthens how the town serves its residents, bow and into the future!

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day!

04/17/2026

Wrapping up The American Institute of Architects Architecture Week with our final spotlight on emerging designer, Evan Wenchell

Evan’s passion for architecture started early, sketching historic homes in his town and developing an appreciation for their character and craftsmanship. Hands-on experience through home renovations, along with the influence of an architect uncle and carpenter grandfather, helped shape his path.

Guided by his mom’s words, “Be the change you wish to see in this world,” Evan was drawn to architecture as a way to make a meaningful impact. His early awareness of climate change and love for nature continue to fuel his passion for designing more sustainable, equitable spaces.

One of his favorite experiences so far has been working on renovations at the Ethel Walker School’s Ferguson Theatre, seeing a project evolve from early design through final concepts and witnessing how thoughtful design can transform a space.

His advice to students: explore as much as you can. Visit schools, connect with others, and immerse yourself. Finding the right fit makes all the difference!

04/16/2026

Continuing The American Institute of Architects Architecture Week, discover how AJ Alessandrini discovered her passion for architecture.

It started with a high school architecture class she almost didn’t take and quickly turned into a statewide design win and a career in architecture. Now, she’s passionate about designing spaces like senior centers that truly support communities.

Her advice for students: don’t be afraid to try architecture, even if you’re unsure. Explore it in your own way, visit spaces, sketch ideas, and follow your curiosity. There’s no one “right” way to become an architect.

Read AJ’s full story: https://www.edmstudiocreates.com/aia-architecture-week-aj-alessandrini/

Pictured: AJ at her graduation, the residential house project that won first place in the state, and an example of the community engagement efforts as part of the Hingham Center for Active Living.

04/15/2026

Continuing to celebrate The American Institute of Architects Architecture Week, we’re excited to spotlight emerging designers like Carrie MacDonald.

With a passion for both math and art, Carrie found architecture to be the perfect blend of analytical thinking and creative expression. She quickly realized she was on the right path during long (but energizing) days in college that fueled her excitement for the work. Check out a few pictures of Carrie's architectural work from college included in the post!

One of her favorite experiences so far has been working on a Senior Center project for the Town of Hingham, from early design through development, gaining a deeper understanding of everything that goes into bringing a building to life.

Her advice to students? Stay curious. While school builds a strong foundation, working in the field is a whole new experience. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to learn, making architecture an exciting path for those who love to grow and adapt.

04/14/2026

As part of The American Institute of Architects Architecture Week, we’re sharing the stories behind what inspires our team.

Karolyn Duke’s path into architecture began with a love for the historic Victorian homes she grew up around in Minnesota and across the country. That early interest evolved into a passion for historic preservation, understanding how buildings are thoughtfully maintained, restored, and adapted over time.

A standout project for Karolyn has been the Connecticut State Library Archives study, where research and preservation came together in a meaningful way especially with her personal connection through her sister’s work as an archivist.

Her advice for students considering architecture: stay curious and take the time to explore programs that truly excite you. Whether it’s hands-on design-build work or specialized areas like historic preservation, finding the right fit makes all the difference. And don’t be afraid to step outside your comfort zone, you might discover opportunities you never expected.

04/13/2026

As part of The American Institute of Architects Architecture Week, edmSTUDIO is spotlighting emerging designers and the paths that led them to the profession. We hope to encourage future students to explore architecture.

Cindy Zhou, who joined the studio full-time in 2024 after a summer internship at edmSTUDIO, traces her interest in architecture back to a lifelong curiosity about how things work (shaped in part by growing up with parents who are engineers). A turning point came during a river architecture tour, where she found herself less interested in the names of buildings and more curious about how they were constructed, why they were designed the way they were, and how they fit into the fabric of the Chicago.

Cindy is passionate about cultural, public, and institutional projects, where she can see the direct impact of architecture on communities and the environment. She encourages students to find what excites them most about the field, to stay humble and open to learning, and to prioritize balance by making time for other interests– recognizing that this is the key to sustaining creativity in such a dynamic, interdisciplinary profession.

04/08/2026

March Madness brought some friendly competition to edmSTUDIO! 🏀

Team members past and present along with friends and family joined in on the fun, filling out brackets for the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.

As always, busted brackets led to plenty of laughs, great conversations, and team bonding across the office.

Congratulations to Danielle Mercier for taking first place, with Christiaan Dinkeloo close behind in second! And a special shoutout to Chris Wante for finishing in last place. We appreciate your commitment to the game.

Thanks to everyone who participated -and we’re already looking forward to next year!

04/03/2026

Join edmSTUDIO’s Ryan Schicker and Melissa Roy with A. J. Enchill, President & Executive Director of the Berkshire Black Economic Council, at the NYSAIS Facilities, Operations, and Security Conference on April 14.

Their session will explore how architecture can bring a school’s mission to life. Using the Berkshire Black Economic Council’s new Incubator Campus as a case study, they’ll share how storytelling can guide planning and design, ensuring campus spaces reflect a school’s purpose and support community and opportunity.

03/26/2026

It’s been an exciting period of growth at edmSTUDIO! 🎉

Over 2025 and 2026, we’ve welcomed seven new team members to the studio:

• Melissa Roy – Associate Principal, Director of Strategy & Engagement
• Ernest Nepomuceno – Director of Design
• Karolyn Duke – Design Associate
• Evan Wenchell – Design Associate
• Taylor Perry – Marketing Coordinator
• Damaris Martinez – Senior Interior Designer
• Chris Farmer – Architect

We’re so happy to have these talented professionals join our team!

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Unionville, CT
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