Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Design in Springfield, MA
Jablonski Architects is an award-winning architectural firm established in 1995, specializing in restoration, preservation, and adaptive reuse projects. Our firm serves higher education institutions, municipal entities, private museums, religious organizations, and private residences. We prioritize understanding client needs while applying deep historical knowledge to create designs that honor architectural heritage. Our team combines technical expertise with a commitment to community impact, delivering solutions that balance functionality, beauty, and tradition.With decades of combined experience, our principals have led notable projects recognized by preservation awards. We maintain active roles in professional organizations and local community initiatives, reinforcing our dedication to excellence and civic engagement. Our approach emphasizes active listening, historical sensitivity, and innovative problem-solving to transform spaces while respecting their legacy.
Services
Historic Restoration
Adaptive Reuse
Preservation Planning
Sustainable Design
Community Projects
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have 30+ years of experience in historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects.
- Our principals hold leadership roles in architectural and community organizations.
- We combine technical expertise with deep historical knowledge for context-sensitive designs.
- Award-winning work recognized by Preservation Massachusetts and other institutions.
- Active involvement in local community initiatives and sustainable design practices.
Associations and certifications
- AIA
What people say
Award-winning work
Historical sensitivity
Responsive team
On-time delivery
Community focus
Services
Historic Restoration
Specialized restoration of historic buildings maintains architectural integrity while meeting modern functional needs. Our team employs traditional craftsmanship techniques and materials expertise to preserve structural heritage. Projects include detailed historical research, code-compliant updates, and collaboration with preservation agencies.
Adaptive Reuse
Transforming existing structures into functional modern spaces while retaining historical character. We analyze building potential for new uses, create cost-effective renovation plans, and navigate regulatory requirements. Recent projects include converting historic buildings into mixed-use developments and community centers.
Preservation Planning
Comprehensive strategies for maintaining historical buildings and districts. Services include condition assessments, preservation guidelines, and grant application support. Our expertise in tax credit programs helps clients maximize financial resources for conservation projects.
People
Stephen Jablonski
Principal AIA
Founding partner with 40+ years in architecture, specializing in historic preservation. Registered in Massachusetts since 1984, he leads adaptive reuse projects and serves on local historical commissions. Holds Syracuse University architecture degree and wooden boatbuilding certification.
Brian DeVriese
Principal AIA
Licensed architect with 28+ years in commercial and educational design. University of Detroit graduate focuses on New England projects. Serves on Heath Board of Selectmen and conservation commissions, combining regional expertise with modern design principles.
Questions
What architectural styles do you specialize in?
We specialize in historic preservation and adaptive reuse across all periods, with particular expertise in 19th-century New England architecture.
Can you help with tax credit applications for historic buildings?
Yes, we guide clients through federal and state tax credit programs, including documentation and compliance requirements for preservation projects.
What project types do you handle?
We work with educational institutions, museums, religious organizations, municipalities, and private homeowners on restoration, renovation, and new construction projects.
How do you balance modern needs with historic preservation?
Our approach integrates modern functionality while maintaining historical integrity through careful material selection and code-compliant design solutions.
Are you involved in local community projects?
Yes, our principals actively participate in local boards and community initiatives like Gardening the Community and Springfield preservation efforts.
