The Arketekcher Post


Arketekcher Weclomes Three New Hires!


June 2025

We’re thrilled to welcome three new team members to Arketekcher: Jeff Umphres as Senior Project Architect, Jonathan Pang as Project Architect, and Jostin Sarmiento as Designer.

Their talent, curiosity, and experience are already making an impact -- and we’re just getting started! 

Learn more about them on our People Page!

Little Learners Ribbon Cutting


August 2024

In August, Little Learner’s Academy celebrated the grand opening of its newest 15,500 sf early learning center in Cranston, RI, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by members of the community, the Cranston Mayor Hopkins, Rhode Island Department of Human Services (RI DHS), and LISC RI. The event marked the unveiling of a state-of-the-art childcare facility, designed to provide high-quality early education in a safe and engaging environment.

Designed by Arketekcher, the center has already reached full enrollment, serving 100 children, highlighting the critical demand for accessible, high-quality early learning spaces.

Learn more out about the project!

Arketekcher wins Editor's Pick for the AN Best of Practice Awards


June 2024

Arketekcher was awarded Editor’s Pick for the Architect’s Newspaper Best of Practice - Best New Architect in the Northeast!

The Best of Practice Awards honor firms who showcase high levels of aesthetic excellence, social impact, and internal culture.

What a testament to the talent and hard work our team has put in over the last few years —when you enjoy what you do (and who you do it with), the rest will follow!

Read about all the winners in the Architect’s Newspaper.

Michael Bevivino Appointed to Ossining Historic Preservation Commission


May 2024

Michael Bevivino, Partner & Principal at Arketekcher, has been appointed to the Village of Ossining’s Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) for a term of three years!

The HPC recommends the designation of landmarks and historic districts and decides upon appropriateness of proposed designs. Additionally, the HPC may advise owners of historical buildings on issues of restoration and preservation.

Read more about the duties of Ossining’s HPC.