Meet the Team

Colin directs the firm's design of residential projects. He cultivated Flavin Architects' unique style of Natural Modernism, in which sustainable design and respect for a building’s context are key elements of a clean, contemporary aesthetic. In a world of computer-generated design work, he is an avid sketch artist. Colin brings his drawing skills to conceptualizing the firm’s design work. He excels at recognizing client aspirations and bringing their projects to life. Under Colin’s leadership, Flavin Architects has won state and national design awards and the firm's work has appeared in a range of publications from local to international.

Colin received his Masters of Architecture at MIT, where he was awarded the Chamberlain Prize for Design Excellence. Prior to founding Flavin Architects in 1991, Colin gained practical experience as an associate at Benjamin Thompson & Associates. In his time there, he worked as a designer on projects including Union Station in Washington, D.C. and South Street Seaport in New York City, as well as houses on Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod.

Since joining Flavin Architects in 2013 Heather has risen from Senior Designer to Principal. She has designed and managed several of the firm’s award winning and published projects. One of Heather’s most valued contributions begins with the ability to form a relationship with the client and understand their intentions, in order to mold the project in a way that best elevates their way of living. Heather’s background of a modern urban focused education and her professional career in traditional residential has afforded her the opportunity to explore a larger spectrum of design and construction methods. Her contribution to the firm extends beyond her design projects as she is additionally involved in the marketing and promotion of Flavin Architects.

Heather received her Master of Architecture from the School of Architecture at Northeastern University, graduating magna cum laude in 2009. She also received her Bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University, graduating cum laude with a minor in History. She gained practical experience as a Junior Designer at a small architectural firm in Rhode Island that specializes in custom New England Shingle style residential projects. Prior to joining Flavin Architects, Heather held a dual role of Designer and Construction Administrator for a Boston-based design-build company.

Laura brings more than two decades of professional expertise to her role as Senior Associate, having managed custom residential projects ranging from modest additions to magnificent estates. Projects of all scales benefit from her thoughtful consideration, attention to detail, and administrative organization. She enjoys working closely with the client to elevate the familiar typology of ‘home’ into extraordinary design.

After graduating from Duke University with a BA in Architectural Design, Laura earned her Master of Architecture from the University of Oregon College of Design where she was the Fletcher Farr Ayotte Research assistant and was awarded the Boucher Mouchka Larson Traveling Fellowship. She has served as Project Architect for award winning firms on residential projects in Massachusetts, Lake Tahoe, and Pebble Beach, CA. Prior to joining Flavin Architects in 2021, Laura led her own Boston-based residential architecture studio where she honed her business skills.

Michele joined Flavin Architects in 2023 as Project Architect. She has a strong background in custom residential homes. Michele has a broad understanding of the relation between design and its documentation, budgeting, construction processes, and brings this background to the firm.

She has 20+ years of experience working in small boutique architectural firms in various positions including project architect, project manager and principal. Projects she worked on range from residential to small commercial jobs in the New England area. Before joining Flavin Architects, she was a senior project architect at Jacob Lilley Architects, where she honed her skills in a variety of residential custom single-family homes. She is always eager to team closely with peers, colleagues, contractors, and homeowners, to successfully develop projects through all phases of design and construction.

Prior to moving to Boston, Michele practiced architecture in Caracas, Miami Beach, and New York City. Michele is a native of Venezuela, a country that embraced a strong modern architecture culture since the 1950s. Her alma mater, the Universidad Central de Venezuela (BArch), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an outstanding example of modern architecture, its site recognized for its integration of art and response to climate.

Michele has been a guest critic at Harvard Graduate School of Design as well as Wentworth Institute of Technology, where she was an adjunct faculty member as well as a lecturer. In her free time Michele enjoys biking, playing soccer and skiing. She is also an avid runner.

William joined Flavin Architects in 2022 in the role of Project Architect. William’s early work varied from a pedestrian bridge in London to a health facility in Hollywood. After graduating from Harvard’s Graduate School of Design in 2018, William furthered his career contributing to the design of campus buildings for institutions such as University of Chicago, Vanderbilt, and Brown University. These designs were required to stand the tests of time, and William continues to follow these principles to produce residential architecture that is adapted to its environment in both cultural and technical senses.

William lives outside of Boston with his wife Sylvia where he enjoys working on his house and cooking.

Christina joined Flavin Architects in 2023 in the role of Project Architect. Her wide-ranging professional experience has included commercial office space, libraries, community centers and mixed-use buildings, but her passion and focus has always been residential design. Whether the project is new construction or a small simple renovation, Christina loves the challenge of creating spaces that perfectly complement her clients' lifestyles, and always finds joy in thinking through the details.

Christina earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture at the University of Maryland, and a Master of Architecture from the University of Washington. She is a LEED AP.

When not hard at work at Flavin, you might find Christina sketching, doing endless repair work on her 1890s house, or hiking a trail with her partner and young son.

Parker joined Flavin Architects in 2025 in the role of Project Architect. With a background in high-end residential and commercial design, he brings a keen eye for detail, technical expertise, and a passion for crafting modern, context-driven spaces. His experience spans from conceptual design to construction administration, ensuring that projects are thoughtfully executed from start to finish.

Prior to joining Flavin Architects, Parker worked as a Project Manager at MKDA and as an Architectural Designer at Roger Ferris + Partners, where he contributed to a range of projects, from luxury residences to commercial interiors. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture from the Syracuse University School of Architecture.

Outside of the office, Parker enjoys staying active and engaging with nature through rock climbing, hiking, and backpacking, as well as exploring Boston’s design culture and seeking creative inspiration through art, architecture, and science.

Ben joined Flavin Architects in 2021. He enjoys working with clients and producing renderings that capture the character of the spaces. Ben has a discerning eye for detail, a critical understanding of materials, and a deep appreciation of craft.

Ben received his Master of Architecture from Yale University. During his final semester, his studio project was nominated for the H.I. Feldman Prize, which is awarded to the student who demonstrates the best solution to an architectural problem in an advanced studio. Ben’s student work has subsequently been published in What About Learning? and Conscious Community. Ben taught previously at Wentworth Institute of Technology. He has a background in sculpture and earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from College for Creative Studies in Detroit. Ben is interested in the history of design and the dialogue between the architecture of the past and that of the present.

Katherine joined Flavin Architects in 2025 as a Senior Designer specializing in modern residential design. With a strong background in architectural historic restoration, she brings a unique blend of attention to detail and creative innovation to her work. Katherine focuses on creating homes that harmonize with nature, using sustainable and modern design principles to craft functional, aesthetically striking spaces. Her passion for travel and exposure to diverse architectural styles informs her approach, ensuring each project is both timeless and forward-thinking.

Katherine received her Master of Architecture from Massachusetts College of Art and Design and studied Renewable Energy and Ecological Design during undergraduate at Green Mountain College in Vermont. Prior to joining Flavin Architects, Katherine grew into a Project Manager working on historic renovations and restorations throughout Cambridge that were awarded the Cambridge Historic Commission Preservation Award. She also gained valuable experience working on the Sonder 907 Main hotel in Cambridge and Bow Market in Somerville.

Katarina joined Flavin Architects in 2022 in the role of Designer. She attended Norwich University, where she received her undergraduate degree in Architectural Studies, a minor in Engineering Management, and her Masters in Architecture. Her professional experience mainly consists of multi-family residential design, ranging from site planning, unit layout, interior design, and documentation development while meeting quick turnaround delivery dates. She is a diplomatic and personable architectural designer adept at clarifying clients’ visions, establishing innovative architectural forms, and resolving design challenges. Katarina intends to pursue licensure while continuing to broaden her design experience by working closely with clients while honing thoughtful detailing and expert craftsmanship.

Her spare time is occupied as co-founder of Latinicida, Inc. (LTN), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization of ten launched in 2020. This female-focused coalition is committed to training female students and young Latin women to be effective leaders by developing and utilizing skills in financial literacy, basic legal knowledge, and professional mentorship.

Stephanie joined Flavin Architects in 2017 as Studio Manager and Bookkeeper. She has an eye for detail and has streamlined, organized, or developed systems to create logical and concrete improvements in operations, communication, and management. A true jack-of-all-trades, her passion for collaboration originates in her interdisciplinary graduate education in art and photography. She has grown into the role of Operations Manager by keeping the studio running efficiently, handling incoming client inquiries, invoicing, and reporting, as well as the marketing and promotion of Flavin Architect’s work.

Stephanie received her Masters of Fine Art from California College of the Arts in San Francisco, and her Bachelors of Fine Art in photography from the Rochester Institute of Technology. She photographs with film and digital, creating narratives by framing the everyday in a way that reveals beauty while exploring the notion of an idealized world. Her work has been exhibited at First Street Gallery in New York, the Center for Fine Art Photography in Fort Collins, Colorado, and Southern Exposure in San Francisco.

Halsey joined Flavin Architects in 2023. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Middlebury College with a double major in History of Art & Museum Studies and Gender, Sexuality, & Feminist Studies and was awarded a Kellogg Fellowship. Her past experiences include a variety of marketing roles for non-profits and arts-focused organizations based in Vermont and Michigan. Halsey is excited to support the Flavin team as Marketing Manager.

In her spare time, Halsey enjoys cooking for family and friends, visiting museums, trail running, and rock climbing.