A thoughtful advocate of high performance design for more than 35 years, Paul brings an innovator’s zeal to every project. Under his leadership since 2010, PHA has maintained dedication to the highest level of architecture practice.
Team
Jamie Steinmetz , AIA, LEED AP
Senior Associate
Jamie is a rigorous, insightful and astute designer. She knows how buildings come together and brings an unsurpassed attention to detail. Informed by more than a decade of design and project management experience, Jamie oversees multiple projects from concept to design through to construction and finishing.
Carolyn Halajian
Executive Director of Finance and Administration
Peter Lau
Senior Associate
Shaunt Yemenjian, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Senior Associate
Rita Avila Jimenez
Associate, Interior Design
Working in the interior design field since 1998, Rita brings experience in translating clients needs, goals and personality into well-performing, beautifully finished spaces. She takes pride in problem solving the age-old relationship between budget, timeline and needs for a project, and values harmony in her design solutions.
Stephanie Say, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Senior Architect
Robby Antoyan
Senior Architect
Robby brings a wealth of expertise and experience to PHA. With over 30 years in the field of architecture, his passion is evident by the level of time and emotion invested in each project. He incorporates both serious and playful elements in each project, resulting in a fine balance of beauty and function. His commitment to mentorship shines through as he thoughtfully teaches and collaborates with others on the team.
Adriana Duarte-Dionicio
Architect
Adriana is highly focused on moving a project forward in order to deliver a well-rounded and well-thought-out end product to the client and the user. As someone who thinks about how the layout, materials, organization, and décor of a project affect the user experience she is a true architect with a variety of skills.
Olivia Speck
Project Administration
Tracy Weisbrodt
Project Assistant
With over 30 years of administrative experience, including 14 years in the architectural industry, Tracy brings a wealth of knowledge to the firm’s project management process. Her extensive background, coupled with strong organizational and analytical skills, adds meaningful value. Tracy provides valuable insights and strategies to enhance the firm’s operations.
Shannon Adams, NCIDQ
Interior Designer
Her dexterity and experience as a skilled designer allows her to effortlessly carry out a diverse range of project typologies. Budget and performance play a big role in how she chooses quality finishes for projects. Shannon is a self-motivated designer, exceptional in building quality client relationships, which results in beautiful design solutions.
Ismael Jimenez Gonzalez
Designer
Avery Huff
Designer
Avery was drawn to the balance of logic and creativity of architecture. A recent graduate, she finds inspiration in the intention behind buildings, and the way spaces create opportunities to bring people together. Her view of architecture as functional art keeps Avery motivated to continue to uncover the richness of architectural practice.
Jerry Ortega
Designer
Transitioning recently from the entertainment industry to architecture, Jerry enjoys the more methodical process of understanding space, its design intent, and envisioning fluidity throughout a given environment. His design approach now is enriched by the concept that people will be engaging and accessing an environment that has a more long-term presence.
Jordan Gomez
Designer
Vanessa Martinez
Designer
Mireya Rodriquez
Administrative Assistant
Marinna Galindo
Receptionist
With a welcoming smile and a dedication to exceptional customer service, Marinna serves as the first point of contact for clients and visitors. She creates a positive and professional environment while managing various administrative tasks precisely. Marinna is adept at scheduling appointments, handling correspondence, and coordinating with team members to ensure seamless operations. She is a dependable and resourceful professional who supports our organizational goals.