Boston

Rooted in our city’s dynamic innovation economy, Gensler Boston is widely recognized as one of the most influential architecture and design firms in the region. Truly integrated, we are enriched by our diverse practice area expertise, culture of continuous learning, and shared passion for design. Our panoramic range of talent includes architects, interior designers, strategists, and brand designers, all working together to drive new possibilities for our clients. Whether shaping neighborhoods, workplaces, laboratories, academic facilities, or mixed-use destinations, we are deeply committed to crafting environments that are resilient, spark engagement, and power culture.

Awards and Recognition

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[FPO] Boston’s Largest Architectural Firms of 2026 Announced

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[FPO] These 10 US cities have the ‘stickiest’ downtowns

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[FPO] A Downtown HQ By Gensler Channels the Spirit of a Social Club

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[FPO] Gensler Boston Announces Fran Noval as Co-Managing Director

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[FPO] Gensler’s Jared Krieger, Co-Managing Director Boston

Largest Architecture Firm in Massachusetts, Boston Business Journal

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Professionals in Boston

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Years of design leadership in Boston

Largest Architecture Firm in Massachusetts, Boston Business Journal

140+

Professionals in Boston

30+

Years of design leadership in Boston

The Hub on Causeway transformed a long-vacant, historically significant site into a vibrant, mixed-use gateway connecting North Station, TD Garden, and the surrounding neighborhood.

What’s Shaping Our Work

Research

Design Forecast 2026 Geo-Trends

U.S. Northeast Gensler’s 2026 Design Forecast examines how investment, adaptive reuse, and experience-driven design are reshaping the Northeast’s competitive real estate and development landscape.

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[FPO] Boston’s Class B Challenge is a Design Opportunity

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[FPO] Test, Don’t Guess: A New Approach for Healthcare Design

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[FPO] The Future of Lab Automation: Opportunities, Challenges, and Sustainable Design Solutions

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Office Managing Directors

Fran Noval

With three decades of experience, Fran has led the delivery of sophisticated, large-scale complex projects that enhance organizational performance and provide lasting value. Through deep client partnerships, this work has contributed to transformative environments that have enriched Boston’s real estate and further strengthened the city’s reputation as a hub of innovation, talent, and opportunity.

Jared Krieger

Jared is Co-Managing Director of Gensler's Boston office. With more than two decades of design, planning, and management experience, Jared brings technical expertise and creativity to every aspect of his work. He partners with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects with clarity and purpose.

Regional and Office Leadership

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Joseph Brancato

Joe Brancato is Managing Principal of Gensler’s Northeast U.S. region and Canada region and started the Latin America region. A previous Chair of the firm’s Board of Directors, he currently chairs Gensler’s Executive Committee and oversees offices in New York, Boston, Morristown, Toronto, and Vancouver and advises the firm’s six offices in Latin America.

Rocco Giannetti

Rocco Giannetti, FAIA, is a Managing Principal of Gensler’s Northeast Region. He is an innovative architect with over 35 years of experience who has embodied Gensler’s inclusive culture while crafting the next generation of high-performance workplaces. In his role as Managing Principal, he oversees offices in New York, Boston, Morristown, NJ, Toronto, and Vancouver. A previous member of the firm’s Board of Directors, Rocco currently advises the Board’s Equity & Inclusion Committee.

Alejandro Soto

Al is a Principal and technical design leader in Gensler's Boston office, bringing clarity and rigor to complex projects and translating innovative design concepts into buildable solutions. His deep technical expertise and collaborative approach help teams deliver high-performing environments with precision at every phase.

Alexander Fernandez

lex is a Principal in Gensler's Boston office who brings a human-centric passion for art and design to every project, pairing creative insight with thoughtful problem-solving to help clients realize exceptional results.

Arlyn Vogelmann

Arlyn is a Principal at Gensler with deep expertise in strategy and planning, guiding organizations across industries through workplace transformation and helping clients create environments that support their people, strengthen culture, and align with long-term business priorities.

Erik Lustgarten

Erik helps leading biotechnology and research organizations translate complex scientific requirements into high-performing environments that support discovery and accelerate innovation. Combining technical expertise with a strategic approach, he creates spaces that empower scientists, foster collaboration, and support organizational growth.

Keller Roughton

Keller is a Principal and Studio Director in Gensler's Boston office who leads the Northeast Education practice, drawing on expertise across research, workplace, academic, and student life environments to help clients translate ambitious visions into thoughtful, high-performing places that strengthen community and support learning and discovery.

Todd Dundon

Todd partners with developers, real estate owners, corporate clients, and municipalities to shape vibrant mixed-use destinations and transformative development projects. His strategic approach brings together diverse stakeholder perspectives to create places that foster connection, economic vitality, and enduring value.

Life at Gensler

True to our values, we are a close-knit community of designers driven by our commitment to the people and communities we serve.

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Join the Team

We’re looking for talented designers, architects, strategists, and thinkers wanting to make an impact.

Join a team that’s shaping the future of Boston and beyond.

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FAQ

How can I contact the Gensler Boston team about a new project?

Submit an inquiry through Gensler's official contact page: https://www.gensler.com/contact

The form is intended for business proposals, project inquiries, and general requests. A representative from Gensler will contact you about next steps.

What is Gensler Boston known for?

Gensler Boston is known for its leadership in workplace design, sciences, higher education, mixed-use developments, and residential, serving many of the region's most innovative organizations and institutions. Its team is comprised of architects, interior designers, strategists, brand designers, and researchers who collaborate across sectors and project types.

Who are the key leaders shaping Gensler Boston’s practice and culture?

Fran Noval and Jared Krieger are Gensler Boston’s Co-Managing Directors and Principals. Gensler Boston’s Practice and Studio Leaders include: Todd Dundon, Erin Hunt, Erik Lustgarten, Michael Kocher, Keller Roughton, Patricia Nobre, Karina Silvester, and Arlyn Vogelmann, Alex Fernandez, and Al Soto.

What makes Gensler Boston uniquely positioned for today’s market?

Gensler Boston is uniquely positioned in today’s market because it combines a deep understanding of New England’s industries, institutions, and communities with the capabilities of a global design leader. The office has expertise across workplace, life sciences, technology, education, mixed-use, residential, healthcare, and urban development sectors.

Key differentiators include:

Strength across high-growth sectors: Boston is one of the world's leading hubs for life sciences, higher education, healthcare, and innovation. Gensler Boston has built significant expertise serving these sectors, helping clients navigate changing workforce, research, and market demands.

Integrated, multidisciplinary approach: The office brings together architects, interior designers, strategists, brand designers, and workplace experts who collaborate across disciplines to solve complex challenges and create holistic solutions.

Local relationships with global resources: Clients benefit from a team that understands Boston's regulatory environment, development landscape, and institutional networks, while also leveraging the research, talent, and technical expertise of Gensler's global platform.

How can I contact the Gensler Boston team about a new project?

Gensler’s Boston office is located at:

One Beacon Street, Third Floor
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 619-5700

Situated on the edge of Boston Common and Beacon Hill, Gensler’s office is in the heart of downtown Boston, in close proximity to public transportation and parking garages.

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