Brown University School of Professional Studies
This project repurposed an existing building in Providence's Knowledge District for use by Brown University’s School of Professional Studies. The design includes offices as well as classrooms with lecture capacity, allowing the University to use the facility for their online program. The design also offers a control booth for editing lectures as well a studio for interviews, thus creating a professional and executive environment that allowed Brown University to take their School of Professional Studies to a new level.
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Michael’s interest in modern cities, vernacular structures, industrial heritage and rural life has led him to many foreign countries and remote villages and informs much of his work. His enthusiasm for making vibrant places and appreciation for craftsmanship fuels his passion for designing new buildings and restoring historic ones. Whether designing a new highrise, performance center, academic space, church or community health center, Michael’s aesthetic reflects a commitment to simplicity and restraint that is celebrated through carefully-selected materials and solid details. Michael’s clients know him for his unyielding attention to detail and his overall commitment to their project’s success.
Where you’ll find Michael when he's not at the office:
In his woodshop making furniture and woodturning
Favorite vacation spot:
Sardinia
“Early on, (DBVW Architects) took the time to ensure a thorough understanding of our work, our aspirations, concerns and expectations for the new space. They converted this understanding into excellent early designs and then worked diligently and responsively to modify the designs according to new information, questions from the staff and budgetary issues.”
- Karen Sibley, Brown University, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives & Dean, School of Professional Studies
2013 - RI Monthly Award