Context Architecture is committed to providing unique, customer-driven design solutions to a diverse range of public and private clients throughout the New England area. Special attention is paid to the distinctive architecture and characteristics of the region - cultivating designs that are firmly rooted in their communities.
Active listening is our priority. Our designs begin with a fundamental desire to produce inspired, timeless architecture that serves both the client and the public. This requires a tuned sensitivity to the perceptions of a community – to their beliefs, needs, and core values.
We value working with groups. For us, a client is a group of individuals held together by the common goal of creating powerful architecture - the kind of architecture that serves as an incredibly valuable community resource. We are well-versed in stakeholder and public engagement, and we are always inspired by the possibilities that these projects can bring to life.
We make sure your buildings are both functional and beautiful. Successful buildings achieve more than the merit of beauty. They perform the role for which they were designed and are carefully thought through, with space utilization that acknowledges future growth, transformation, and the need to contribute to an aesthetically pleasing experience.
We believe buildings should stand the test of time. The form of the building, its size, and chosen materials all affect its ability to last. The process of designing sustainable buildings is complex, but a strong emphasis on durability and flexibility is often an effective way to facilitate a more sustainable project, over time.
Creative problem solving is our wheelhouse. We can confidently say that our buildings emerge from a creative design process, with innovative solutions that are beautiful, practical, and affordable - all without sacrificing quality and functionality.
Over the course of the firm’s 50-year history, Context Architecture has promoted sustainability as an integral part of the design process. Principal Jeff Shaw and several key staff members hold LEED accreditation and the firm is a member of the U.S. Green Buildings Council. Our firm has also completed several LEED Certified projects. In fact, most of our work in the last 15 years is LEED Certifiable.
