Central to our design process is a commitment to clear and open communication, the careful management of resources, and a fundamental belief that innovative and coherent design is a joyous and essential component of the human experience. With each project we strive to demonstrate that inventive and elegant design is achievable, even within strict economic parameters, by respectfully listening and responding to the client’s needs and desires, thoroughly understanding the nature of materials and methods of construction, and carefully managing the design and construction processes. As part of our client-focused process we use a diverse set of design tools custom tailored to each client − from simple hand sketches to elaborate computer animations and rendered models − to ensure the spatial quality and experience of each project is thoroughly understood throughout the design process.
Initiating a construction project can be a daunting prospect, but we pride ourselves on being there for our clients at every step of the way, from helping to identify goals at the beginning of the project, to turning over the keys at the end of construction. We look forward to bringing the joy and excitement of innovative and coherent modern design to your project.
OUR TEAM
Bradford Walker, AIA, LEED AP
Founding Principal, Architect
Brad’s decades of experience have focused on finely detailed and sustainably designed residential and commercial projects that have been appreciated by his clients as well as awards juries and international publications. Brad currently serves as chair of the Boston Landmarks Commission, and was a member of the National Ethics Council of the American Institute of Architects from 2010-2016, serving as Chair in 2015. He was a director of the Boston Society of Architects from 2013-2016, and is past co-chair of the Boston Society of Architects Ethics Forum. He has also taught architecture at Boston Architectural College, Roger Williams University, and Rhode Island School of Design. He holds degrees in architecture from the University of Virginia and Harvard University.
Jacob Hilley
Senior Project Manager, Designer
Jacob is a lead project manager with responsibilities for design, budgeting, and project coordination. He brings strong design and graphics skills to the firm’s integrated approach to weaving site and buildings into a harmonious design – receiving praise from regulatory boards, and, in memorable moments, literal applause from clients. Jacob holds an undergraduate degree in architecture from the University of New Mexico, and a Master’s Degree in Architecture from Northeastern University. Drawn to Boston by its remarkable urban setting, Jacob has been working in the area since 2016 on commercial and residential projects.
Freddy Pendleton, AIA
Senior Project Manager, Project Architect
Freddy leads projects with a strong affinity for design at all scales, from site design to side tables. On each project he ensures that the work is carefully considered and beautifully detailed, while communicating with all stakeholders to develop and maintain project goals and intensions. Freddy joined Walker Architects after completing his undergraduate and graduate degrees in Architecture at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston. He has studied throughout Europe and Indonesia, and served as an editor to the student-run Wentworth Architecture Review.
Alberto Gutierrez
Alberto holds a bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Wentworth Institute of technology, and a Masters of Architecture from The Boston Architectural College. Alberto has previous experience with multidisciplinary firms in the Boston area, and his home country of Venezuela as well as in Habitat for Humanity. Alberto is passionate about design and is continually pursuing the possibility of enhancing lives through the built environment.
Alex Zuchero
Architectural Designer
After receiving his undergraduate and graduate degrees in architecture from Roger Williams University, Alex immersed himself in design, construction, and project management with some of Boston’s best high-end residential designers. He has a strong interest in construction details and materials, and works with digital modeling and imaging to understand and communicate design intensions across the design and construction teams.
Alex has studied in both Spain and Canada, observing synergies between cultural currents and design methodologies. Alex thrives in the collaborative yet independent work environment at Walker Architects, where he takes pride in bringing his skills and experience to each new project.
Woodrow Bergstrom
Architectural Designer
After earning his bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern California, Woodrow worked on innovative residential and commercial design projects throughout the Los Angeles area. With nearly a decade of architectural experience, he made the leap to the East Coast, settling in Boston, drawn by the rich architectural history and cultural depth of New England. Woodrow seeks to blend his modern design sensibilities, developed in Los Angeles, with the vibrant spirit of his new surroundings. He is dedicated to creating inspiring spaces that reflect the unique circumstance of each project and client.
We are very grateful for the contributions over the years of our collaborating colleagues at Walker Architects
and our predecessor firm, Ruhl Walker Architects:
Mark Bandzak, Samuel Batchelor, Kathryn Pakenham Bilgen, Keith Case, Paul Commito, Jodi Craig, Tom Chung, Kristen Daaboul, Christopher Dial, Sean Farrell, Lucy Fang, Michaella Fusco, Juliet Hernandez, Simi Hoque, Sandra Jahnes, Trudie Kaiser, Stacy Krieg, Anne Snelling Lee, Taehoon Lee, Nick Lewis, Chee Keong Lin, Alan Lu, Giancarlo Mangone, Hillary Mateev, Mark McGlothlin, Peter Minosh, Jide Olanrewaju, Matt Ostrow, Marc Perras, Nerijus Petrokas, Gregory Pinter, Nick Radesky, William Ruhl, Grant Scott, Lilly Smith, Hattie Stroud, Nedith Wikina, and Steven Wolenski