Stephen J. Behrens, AIA
Principal | LEED AP BD+C
Mr. Behrens has a diverse practice background in award-winning Pre-K and higher education architecture. Since joining Breslin Architects in 2004, Steve has been responsible for the design and management of projects from conception to construction completion. He guides clients in creating successful learning environments through a diligent educational planning process. He also represents the firm in business development, prepares proposals, and presents at various conferences.
Steve received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Temple University and studied at the Rome, Italy campus. He is a LEED® Accredited Professional and serviced as an educational course reviewer for the Green Building Council. He is a licensed Architect in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
Project Experience
Educational Pre/K-12
Allentown School District, Allentown, PA
- Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays Elementary School
- New East Side Middle School (design)
- Dieruff High School Security Upgrades to Main Visitor Entrance
- District-wide Feasibility Study Update
- Athletic Feasibility Study
- Dodd Elementary School Partial Window Replacement
- New K-8 Academy at Northridge (design)
Bethlehem Area School District, Bethlehem, PA
- Nitschmann Middle School
Chester County Intermediate Unit
- Chester County Technical College High School
- STEM Academy Renovation – Pickering Campus
- Brandywine Campus Alterations
- Pennock’s Bridge Campus
- Godsoe Building Renovation
- CCIU Toddler Center
Council Rock School District, Newtown, PA
- Newtown Middle School
Diocese of Allentown, PA
- St. Thomas Moore School Addition
Radnor Township School District, Wayne, PA
- New Ithan Elementary School
North Pocono School District, Moscow, PA
- North Pocono Middle School Alterations
Octorara Area School District, Atglen, PA
- Octorara High School Alterations and Additions
Souderton Area School District, Souderton, PA
- Souderton Area High School
Whitehall-Coplay School District, Whitehall, PA
- Middle School Alterations
- Zephyr Elementary School
- Gockley Elementary School
- Whitehall High School Alterations and Additions
Wissahickon School District, Ambler, PA
- Wissahickon Natatorium
- New Multi-Purpose Stadium
Career and Technical Institute
Eastern Center for Arts and Technology, Willow Grove, PA
- Interior Alterations
- Capital Plan Update
- Culinary Arts Alterations (Design)
- Comprehensive Safety Plans
Child and Career Development Center, Coatesville, PA
- Engle Development Center
- Great Valley Development Center
Technical College High School, PA
- Pickering Campus Renovations, Chester County, PA
- Brandywine Campus Adaptive Reuse, Downingtown, PA
- Pennock’s Bridge Campus New Construction, West Grove, PA
Master Planning/Feasibility Studies
East Penn School District, Emmaus, PA
- Educational Planner Consulting
Allentown School District, Allentown, PA
- District-wide Feasibility Study and Update
Radnor Township School District, Wayne, PA
- Radnor Township School District Feasibility Study Update
Whitehall-Coplay School District
Mount Saint Joseph Academy
Municipal Government
East Whiteland Township, Frazer, PA
- Public Works Facility
Corporate / Instititutional
Lutron Electronics Corporate Headquarters, Coopersburg, PA
- Commercial Experience Center
East Penn Bank (First Niagara Bank), Emmaus, PA
- New Branch Bank Facility
Salvation Army Family Hope Center, Allentown, PA
Knopf Mercedes Emmaus, PA
- Showroom and Service Area Addition
Lafayette Ambassador Bank
Bethlehem, PA
- Branch Bank Adaptive Reuse
AAA East Penn Lansdale, PA
- Travel Agency Offices and Retail Adaptive Reuse