To mark what would have been Bob Stern's 87th birthday, we celebrate the legacy he built and renew our commitment to the principles that guide us forward. Watch now for reflections from RAMSA Partners Melissa DelVecchio, FAIA; Gemma Kim; Daniel Lobitz, Roger Seifter; Paul Whalen, FAIA; and Graham S. Wyatt, FAIA.
RAMSA | Robert A.M. Stern Architects
Architecture and Planning
New York, NY 24,553 followers
A global architecture firm based in NYC. Our research-driven practice is dedicated to preserving a sense of place.
About us
RAMSA | Robert A.M. Stern Architects, LLP, is a 200-person firm of architects, interior designers, and supporting staff. Over its fifty-year history, the firm has established an international reputation as a leading design firm with wide experience in residential, commercial, and institutional work. As the firm’s practice has diversified, its geographical scope has widened to include projects in Europe, Asia, South America, and throughout the United States. The firm maintains an attention to detail and commitment to design quality which has earned international recognition, numerous awards and citations for design excellence, including National Honor Awards of the American Institute of Architects, and a lengthening list of repeat clients.
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- Architecture and Planning
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- 201-500 employees
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- New York, NY
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- Privately Held
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- 1969
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- Residential, Resort, Cultural, Planning, Hotel, Courthouses, Academic, Houses, Office, Healthcare, Retail, Libraries, architecture, interior design, urban planning, campus planning, and design research
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𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 We were honored to welcome guests from the architecture and preservation community to explore the importance of protecting places that tell the stories of women’s leadership and influence. Leaders from the Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum at the Palmer Memorial Institute, RAMSA Women’s Leadership Initiative, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation presented their impactful programs dedicated to preserving women's history. RAMSA's proposed campus plan was presented by RAMSA Partner Melissa DelVecchio, FAIA with Cheryl Lu Xu, RA; Melody Hanna, NCARB, RA; and Christian Vitulli. The plan for this historic site in Sedalia, North Carolina represents a pro-bono collaboration with the National Trust and the CHBM to create a thriving center for African-American culture, education, and community. For a closer look at this project and our partnership with the National Trust, tap the link: https://bit.ly/3RlOP8i
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Among three RAMSA projects honored with 2026 Palladio Awards from Traditional Building Magazine, the Charles R. Jonas Federal Courthouse won the category of Adaptive Reuse/Addition. The Jonas Courthouse renovation and new, eight-story wing modernize court facilities while preserving historic elements and Classical character. The new wing integrates with the original building, adds courtrooms and chambers, and enhances connectivity, civic presence, and visibility on Charlotte’s skyline. The Palladio Awards recognize excellence in traditional design across a diverse range of residential and commercial categories. Congratulations to the project team led by Grant Marani and Kevin J Kelly with Paul Zembsch and Philip Chan, in association with Jenkins•Peer Architects, a CannonDesign Company! Interior Design: RAMSA | Robert A.M. Stern Architects Historic preservation: Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. Photography by Francis Dzikowski | OTTO
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“On the Record: Preservation and Advocacy” continues our 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗔. 𝗠. 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻: 𝗔 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 series of lectures, discussions, and exhibitions. Join us and RAMSA Research Director Arianne Kouri for a presentation on Bob Stern’s work in preservation and advocacy—threads that run throughout his career. The talk highlights Bob as a public voice for architecture, from the letters he wrote in support of landmark designations to his wide-ranging writings on American architecture and his participation in critical symposia and exhibitions. We will also revisit key moments and appointments that expanded Bob's impact. These include the PBS television series Pride of Place, his leadership of Columbia University’s Buell Center, and his 1996 list of modern landmarks-in-waiting and later efforts to protect postmodern buildings.
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One of three RAMSA projects honored with 2026 Palladio Awards from Traditional Building Magazine, The Newbury of Brookline won the Residential Multi-Unit category. The Newbury of Brookline transforms a former college site into a 160-unit senior living community, integrating new construction with a restored historic house. Designed to respect neighborhood scale, it offers diverse housing, amenities, landscaped courtyards, and sustainable features. The Palladio Awards recognize excellence in traditional design across a diverse range of residential and commercial categories. Congratulations to the project team led by Sargent Gardiner and Paul Whalen, FAIA with Tanya Lee, in association with Finegold Alexander Architects! Interior design: Pembrooke & Ives Landscape architecture: Verdant Landscape Architecture Photography by Francis Dzikowski | OTTO
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What most see vs. what an architect sees: inside the observations of RAMSA Associate Partner Will Gridley, who returned to the RAMSA-designed SMU Cox School of Business to observe how classroom design, technology, and space influence teaching, engagement, and diverse learning experiences.
What happens after a building is “finished”? That’s when the real learning begins. I embedded myself in a newly designed business school environment designed by my team at RAMSA | Robert A.M. Stern Architects. As I attended classes, spoke with students, and observed real, post-occupancy use, one thing became clear: Classrooms don’t just host learning. They shape it. A few observations stood out to me: 🔹 Design fundamentals matter more than ever Sightlines, acoustics, and comfort consistently had a bigger impact than any advanced technology. 🔹 There’s no “perfect” classroom Lecture halls, collaborative clusters, and hybrid spaces each support different teaching styles. 🔹 Space drives behavior Room layout directly influences energy, participation, attention, dialogue, and interaction. 🔹 Small details = big impact From laptop distractions to furniture layout, subtle design decisions significantly affect engagement. 🔹 Technology should fade into the background The best tools are intuitive, flexible, and used deliberately. 🔹 In-person learning still wins Students and faculty emphasized the value of being together for spontaneous conversations and shared presence. 🔹 Design for change, not permanence With AI and evolving pedagogy, the most successful spaces will be those that can adapt over time. A classroom is an active participant in the learning experience. The real test of a building is how it performs in everyday life.
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"A bold academic hub designed to ensure that UVA’s students are thriving, both in their academic and personal lives” is how RAMSA Partner Jennifer Rice Stone describes the reimagined UVA McIntire School of Commerce. Combining preservation and expansion, our design links campus buildings with outdoor spaces to establish a prominent precinct on the historic grounds of the University of Virginia. Read more from Building Enclosure: https://bit.ly/4u6wHhh #RAMSAdesignsforlearning
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Contextual design, balanced composition, and crafted materials connect Sixteen Fifth Avenue into the picturesque and historical context of Greenwich Village. Here, RAMSA Associate Partner Hernan Chebar presents the design principles behind this condominium tower with panoramic views of Manhattan. 16 Fifth Avenue design led by Michael Jones and Paul Whalen, FAIA with Hernán Chebar and Mario Cruzate, AIA #RAMSAcityliving Hill West Architects The Belden Brick Company Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group McNamara • Salvia, Structural Engineers
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Courthouse design is a balancing act: supporting complex judicial operations while helping the public feel the process is orderly, clear, and fair. Design is what allows both to be true at the same time. To close our Nathan Deal Judicial Center article series, we’ve compiled a practical Top 5 list—five design moves consistently enhancing the overall judicial experience. These takeaways are informed by lessons from Georgia’s Nathan Deal Judicial Center, the state’s first building dedicated entirely to the Judicial Branch. While Nathan Deal serves Georgia’s appellate judiciary including the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, the principles apply broadly to facilities seeking to build public trust and streamline operations through design. Delivered on schedule and under budget, SSOE served as Architect of Record and led a multidisciplinary design team of 20+ consultants alongside design lead RAMSA | Robert A.M. Stern Architects. #CourthouseDesign #SSOEsoutheast
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Our design for the UVA McIntire School of Commerce includes the expansion, preservation and renovation of an historic campus precinct. Comprehensively preparing the McIntire school for rapid growth and global orientation, this project supports innovative, interdisciplinary academic programs. Blending our design into the historic site, we delivered design solutions to: ✅ Preserve and renovate Cobb Hall (1917) ✅ Introduce the new Shumway Hall ✅ Create an outdoor courtyard and network of pedestrian spaces ✅ Connect McIntire's buildings to establish a sense of place Moreover, the design capitalizes on a significant grade change to bring prominence to Shumway Hall while also converting a vehicular drive into a welcoming, landscaped corridor supporting ADA accessibility and vibrant student life. Project led by Melissa DelVecchio, FAIA and Jennifer Rice Stone with Ken Frank, Kurt Glauber, Ron Ostezan, AIA, and Kasey Tilove in association with Glavé & Holmes Architecture and OLIN Photography: Francis Dzikowski | OTTO #RAMSAdesignsforlearning