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Berkshire Design, Inc. began in 1983 under the talented hand of architect and Lenox resident Frank Macioge.

Berkshire Design Inc. HISTORY

At Berkshire Design, Inc., we believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork. We work hard to make sure our staff is engaged in meaningful work and confident in their abilities. We fully support architectural licensure candidates and we embrace a fun work environment. We strive to impress our clients with great design and to develop strong working relationships with contractors and consultants.

We relish the to get to know you and to give you the opportunity to know us. While we will see your project through to completion, we know our relationship will continue long after.
Frank worked for many years in the Berkshires, while also extending his touch to projects outside of the Berkshires, as the principal retail designer for Ralph Lauren.

In 2001, Frank began transitioning his practice to Robert E Harrison. Robert brought with him his experiences as the founding principal of Blueline Design and Harrison Design Associates to Berkshire Design, Inc. and a partnership was born.

In January, 2018, after working with Robert for over a decade, as well as with two other area firms, Kerry Bartini officially joined as a principal at Berkshire Design, Inc.
We are a full service architecture firm with a focus on residential and small scale commercial work. 

about berkshire Design Inc.

We are a full service architecture firm with a focus on residential and small scale commercial work.  After we meet with you on site and discuss your ideas and scope of work, we will provide you with a proposal for the architectural services that we feel you will need to proceed with your project.  Standard services can encompass, but are not limited to, these phases of design:

Existing Conditions - We will document your existing structure(s) in plan and exterior elevation to the extent necessary to accurately design your proposed new work, review permitting process and local zoning by-laws, and review with you your program requirements and your budget.  We will also need existing site conditions information, which may require your hiring of a surveyor.

Schematic Design - This is the phase where we explore many solutions for your project’s program in order to define a design concept and direction.  We like to say that this is where you get to have the most fun and we as designers get to have the most fun.  It is an iterative process that results in floor plans and exterior elevations, a construction budget, and a schedule.

Design Development - Not quite construction documents, but a lot more detail than schematic design, this phase introduces clients to sections, details, interior elevations, framing, plumbing and electrical plans.  This phase gives stakeholders a chance to further adjust the design of the project before construction documents.

Construction Documents - The result of this phase is a set of drawings that can be used to both solicit a price from a builder and to secure a building permit.

Bidding & Negotiating - If you do not already have a builder on board, we can connect you with one; or we can assemble a bid package to be distributed to a limited number of general contractors by invitation with an established deadline for response.

Contract Administration - Once your project starts constructions, we will periodically visit your site to assure quality and accuracy of interpretation of construction documents.  You may also engage us to review, guide and aid you in request for payment disbursements, change orders, changes in work, and retainage disbursements.
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Kerry Bartini
AIA, NCARB
ARCHITECT PRINCIPAL

Kerry Bartini is a proud graduate of Roger Williams University in Bristol, Rhode Island and is currently a licensed architect in the states of Massachusetts, New York, Florida, and Connecticut.  Kerry had the privilege of working in three Berkshire County architectural firms for sixteen years before becoming a partner at Berkshire Design, Inc. in January of 2018.Kerry doesn’t remember a time when she wasn’t drawing. She has been passionate about architecture, great design and creating space since before she was old enough to know what the word architecture meant. A great education enhanced by great mentors further nurtured her love of design.

Kerry is currently an executive board member and the current President of the Western Massachusetts branch of the AIA.  She serves as the AIA MA State Licensing Advisor to NCARB, and serves as the chair of the Education Committee for NCARB.  She has previously served as the chair of the Continuing Education Subcommittee and the Think Tank, as well as serving on the DEI Committee.  She completed 1Berkshire’s Berkshire Leadership Program in 2019, and then served on the Steering Committee for three years.  She is also an alumni ambassador for RWU.

In 2023, Kerry successfully launched the non-profit The Millie Foundation with three other Lee High School Class of 1998 graduates. The Millie Foundation awards an annual scholarship to a student or graduate of Lee Middle & High School who is pursuing a career in a design field. Kerry is proud to be a current member of the Berkshire Design, Inc. team, a dynamic group of individuals that bring character, life and personality to each of our projects. She has always been a designer at heart and looks forward to many years at a firm that embraces that passion.

Robert E. Harrison
ARCHITECT PRINCIPAL

As a Principal and Architect with Berkshire Design and Bradley Architects, Robert E Harrison is involved in and oversees projects at all levels of design, management, and production. Robert has been practicing architecture in the Berkshires for over thirty years. Robert received his architecture degree from Rhode Island School of Design and is currently licensed in Massachusetts, New York and Vermont. Robert thrives on being in the middle of a group of hard working, talented and dedicated design professionals.Community involvement is also very important to Robert. He was a founding board member and co-chair of the Architecture Committee of the Colonial Theatre Association, a founding member of the Berkshire Chapter of the US Green Building Council, and has been on the board of many local organizations including vice chair of the board for the Berkshire South Regional Community Center, chair of the board for the Berkshire Wildlife Sanctuaries, and board member of Girls Inc., board member of Western Mass. Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, and board member of the Berkshire County Historical Society. Robert is also currently a city commissioner for the City of Pittsfield on the Green Commission.

Rob Viel, JR.
SENIOR DESIGNER

Robert R. Viel, Jr. joined BERKSHIRE DESIGN Inc. as associate in 2016. Rob has over 20 years of experience as an Architectural Designer and Drafter. Prior to BERKSHIRE DESIGN, Rob held a position of Designer and Drafter at KOHL CONSTRUCTION, a design/build construction company located in the Five College Area of Hadley, Massachusetts specializing in custom built, and environmentally conscious homes. Prior to that as Senior Designer and Drafter for Pamela Sandler AIA, Architect designing custom, high-end residences located throughout the Berkshires.

Being a Western Mass native, Rob enjoys incorporating his love for traditional and classic New England vernacular in his work. Rob holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree as well as an Associate of Applied Science in Architectural Engineering, both from Wentworth Institute of Technology School of Architecture. When Rob doesn’t have his hands full doing a D.I.Y. project on his Victorian home, he enjoys the beaches and wooded retreats of Maine, bowling, swimming, Interior Design and spending time with his family and friends.

Paige Wheeler
ASSOCIATE AIA
DESIGNER

Paige is a recent graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. While in college, she worked at Ed Herrington’s Inc., as well as with a designer part time. She joined part time at Berkshire Design during her last year of college and made the decision to join full time after graduation. She’s focused on gaining licensure and developing her architectural portfolio. She has an interest in working on residential construction, and aims to help create beautiful homes for clients. In her spare time she enjoys cooking, traveling, being outdoors, and spending time with her friends and family.

Kerry Bartini, AIA, NCARB

413.448.8099

kerry@berkshiredesigninc.com

Kerry Bartini is a proud graduate of Roger Williams University in Bristol, Rhode Island and is currently a licensed architect in the states of Massachusetts, New York, Florida, and Connecticut.  Kerry had the privilege of working in three Berkshire County architectural firms for sixteen years before becoming a partner at Berkshire Design, Inc. in January of 2018.Kerry doesn’t remember a time when she wasn’t drawing. She has been passionate about architecture, great design and creating space since before she was old enough to know what the word architecture meant. A great education enhanced by great mentors further nurtured her love of design.

Kerry is currently an executive board member and the current President of the Western Massachusetts branch of the AIA.  She serves as the AIA MA State Licensing Advisor to NCARB, and serves as the chair of the Education Committee for NCARB.  She has previously served as the chair of the Continuing Education Subcommittee and the Think Tank, as well as serving on the DEI Committee.  She completed 1Berkshire’s Berkshire Leadership Program in 2019, and then served on the Steering Committee for three years.  She is also an alumni ambassador for RWU.

In 2023, Kerry successfully launched the non-profit The Millie Foundation with three other Lee High School Class of 1998 graduates. The Millie Foundation awards an annual scholarship to a student or graduate of Lee Middle & High School who is pursuing a career in a design field. Kerry is proud to be a current member of the Berkshire Design, Inc. team, a dynamic group of individuals that bring character, life and personality to each of our projects. She has always been a designer at heart and looks forward to many years at a firm that embraces that passion.

Kerry Bartini, AIA, NCARB

Kerry Bartini is a proud graduate of Roger Williams University in Bristol, Rhode Island and is currently a licensed architect in the states of Massachusetts, New York, Florida, and Connecticut.  Kerry had the privilege of working in three Berkshire County architectural firms for sixteen years before becoming a partner at Berkshire Design, Inc. in January of 2018.Kerry doesn’t remember a time when she wasn’t drawing. She has been passionate about architecture, great design and creating space since before she was old enough to know what the word architecture meant. A great education enhanced by great mentors further nurtured her love of design.

Kerry is currently an executive board member and the current President of the Western Massachusetts branch of the AIA.  She serves as the AIA MA State Licensing Advisor to NCARB, and serves as the chair of the Education Committee for NCARB.  She has previously served as the chair of the Continuing Education Subcommittee and the Think Tank, as well as serving on the DEI Committee.  She completed 1Berkshire’s Berkshire Leadership Program in 2019, and then served on the Steering Committee for three years.  She is also an alumni ambassador for RWU.

In 2023, Kerry successfully launched the non-profit The Millie Foundation with three other Lee High School Class of 1998 graduates. The Millie Foundation awards an annual scholarship to a student or graduate of Lee Middle & High School who is pursuing a career in a design field. Kerry is proud to be a current member of the Berkshire Design, Inc. team, a dynamic group of individuals that bring character, life and personality to each of our projects. She has always been a designer at heart and looks forward to many years at a firm that embraces that passion.

Robert R. Viel, Jr., Senior Designer

Robert R. Viel, Jr. joined BERKSHIRE DESIGN Inc. as associate in 2016. Rob has over 20 years of experience as an Architectural Designer and Drafter. Prior to BERKSHIRE DESIGN, Rob held a position of Designer and Drafter at KOHL CONSTRUCTION, a design/build construction company located in the Five College Area of Hadley, Massachusetts specializing in custom built, and environmentally conscious homes. Prior to that as Senior Designer and Drafter for Pamela Sandler AIA, Architect designing custom, high-end residences located throughout the Berkshires.

Being a Western Mass native, Rob enjoys incorporating his love for traditional and classic New England vernacular in his work. Rob holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree as well as an Associate of Applied Science in Architectural Engineering, both from Wentworth Institute of Technology School of Architecture. When Rob doesn’t have his hands full doing a D.I.Y. project on his Victorian home, he enjoys the beaches and wooded retreats of Maine, bowling, swimming, Interior Design and spending time with his family and friends.

Berkshire Design, Inc. began in 1983 under the talented hand of architect and Lenox resident Frank Macioge.
Frank worked for many years in the Berkshires, while also extending his touch to projects outside of the Berkshires, as the principal retail designer for Ralph Lauren.

In 2001, Frank began transitioning his practice to Robert E Harrison. Robert brought with him his experiences as the founding principal of Blueline Design and Harrison Design Associates to Berkshire Design, Inc. and a partnership was born.

In January, 2018, after working with Robert for over a decade, as well as with two other area firms, Kerry Bartini officially joined as a principal at Berkshire Design, Inc.
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    • Competitive
    • Competitive salary
    • Paid vacation & sick time
    • Paid holidays401k with employer match
    • Paid AIA membership and NCARB fees
    • Paid exam fees, study materials, and time off for exams for the ARE and approved professional credentialing organizations
    • Continuing Education opportunities
    • Our work is in the office Monday through Thursday, with remote work on Fridays.
Growing firm has an immediate opening for an Architect with a desire to lead project teams in a collaborative studio environment. This position offers potential for firm leadership in a four person design firm that focuses on residential homes.  Seeking a candidate with an interest in working on a wide array of project phases in a flexible and supportive work environment.
Requirements:
Architecture Degree from NAAB accredited school or an NCARB Certificate
Architect licensed for 5+ years;  or 10-12 years of direct experience including licensure
Strong design skillsProficient in CAD (3d software not a must)
Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Proficient knowledge of wood frame constructionAbility to lead a design through existing conditions, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration
Ability to guide a client through bidding/negotiation and builder selectionKnowledge of standards, building codes, zoning, and town approvals
Design experience on single family homes
Responsibilities include:

Assisting principals with team management
Primary client contact for assigned projects
Directing project team and coordinating with consultants on multiple projects
Ability to work independently, receive feedback and incorporate feedback
Ability to organize and lead meetingsProject site visits
Mentor emerging professionals
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