Michael joined Breslin Ridyard Fadero Architects in 1994 where, as a project architect, he has been responsible for the planning and design of several award winning projects for the firm.
Some of the signature projects he has been involved with include the Chester County Technical College, the DeSales University Campus Dining Center, the DeSales University Conference Center and the Mount St. Mary’s University Student Center.
As a Senior Associate, Michael’s responsibilities include the implementation of the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED® Rating System and management of the firm’s design software system, including BIM (Building Information Modeling) and 3D visualizations.
In 2002, Michael became an adjunct professor in the Architecture Program at Northampton Community College where he continues to teach Architectural Graphics, Advanced Digital Analysis and serve as an architectural critic for design studios.
Other involvements include Treasurer of the Endowment Board for New Life Evangelical Lutheran Church where he is also a member of the building committee. Michael mentors to youth as a leader for Cub Scout Pack #588 of the Boy Scouts of America.
Michael received his Bachelor of Architecture Degree from Philadelphia University. He is a LEED® Accredited Professional and a licensed Architect in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
College and University
- Athletic Facilities Master Plan
DeSales University
Center Valley, Pennsylvania - Additions and Renovations to Wills Hall
DeSales University
Center Valley, Pennsylvania - Campus Master Plan
Mount Saint Mary’s University
Emmitsburg, Maryland - Chester County Technical College / High School
Chester County, Pennsylvania - McShea Student Center
DeSales University
Center Valley, Pennsylvania - Gambet Center for Business and Healthcare
DeSales University
Center Valley, Pennsylvania - Center for Communication Studies
DeSales University
Center Valley, Pennsylvania - Conference Center
DeSales University
Center Valley, Pennsylvania - McGowan Student Center
Mount Saint Mary’s University
Emmitsburg, Maryland - Campus Dining Center
DeSales University
Center Valley, Pennsylvania - Natatorium
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, Pennsylvania
Educational K-12
- New Nitschmann Middle School
Bethlehem Area School District
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania - Downingtown Educational Center
Chester County Intermediate Unit
Downingtown, Pennsylvania - New Multi-Purpose Stadium
Whitehall-Coplay School District
Whitehall, Pennsylvania - Kennett High School
Kennett Consolidated School District
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania - Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
Schnecksville, Pennsylvania - Vernfield Elementary School
Souderton Area School District
Souderton, Pennsylvania - Kennett Middle School
Kennett Consolidated School District
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania - Pocono Mountain West High School
Pocono Mountain School District
Swiftwater, Pennsylvania - Plymouth-Whitemarsh High School Addition and Alterations
Colonial School District
Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania - Worcestor Elementary School
Methacton School District
Norristown, Pennsylvania - Methacton High School
Methacton School District
Norristown, Pennsylvania
Career and Technical Institute
- Chester County Technical College,
Brandywine Campus
Downingtown, Pennsylvania - Chester County Technical College,
Pennock’s Bridge Campus
West Grove, Pennsylvania - Addition to Lehigh Career and Technical Institute
Schnecksville, Pennsylvania
Corporate / Institutional
- New Clubhouse
Blue Ridge Country Club
Palmerton, Pennsylvania - Lehigh Country Club Expansion
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Aviation
- Phase I Main Terminal Addition and Renovation
Lehigh Valley International Airport – Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority
Suburban Allentown, Pennsylvania - Phase II Main Terminal Addition and Renovation
Lehigh Valley International Airport – Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority
Suburban Allentown, Pennsylvania
Natatorium
- Natatorium
State College Area High School Aquatic and Athletic Center
State College, Pennsylvania