BEGIN HERE. FINISH WELL.
At Gienapp Architects, we believe that how you begin your project will determine the end result. When you start your project with Gienapp Architects on your team, you know you’re building on a rock-solid foundation. From determining feasibility to architectural design through construction administration, we’ll deliver creative solutions that are smart, practical and stay both on schedule and on budget. That’s why we say: Begin Here. Finish Well.
OUR TEAM
At Gienapp Architects, our staff is the cornerstone of our success. One of our founding values is the importance of creating, supporting, and providing opportunities for well-rounded architects to grow and collaborate. We make it a point to assign employees to projects where they can grow and gain new experiences, and where senior staff can provide mentorship and share their own passion.
Our office culture is built upon “cross-pollination,” where every employee has the opportunity to collaborate, learn from, and share expertise with one another. Our designers follow their projects from concept through completion, and reap the benefits of seeing their designs come to life.
CLIENTS
(PARTIAL LIST)
Private
- Amberwood Farm Condominiums
- Amory House, LLC
- Associates of Dermatology of the South Shore
- Axcelis Technologies, Inc.
- Bennett Highway, LLC
- Blue Ocean Event Center
- Boston North Technology Park
- Camp Rotary
- Capital Carpet and Flooring
- Danvers Historical Society
- Ferris Development
- Folsom Development
- Holly Management Co.
- Kappy’s Fine Wines and Spirits
Private
- Milwaukee Tool
- Monkey Sports
- Quannapowitt Players Theater
- Salem Metal Incorporated
- Salisbury Beach Partnership
- Salisbury One Oceanfront Development
- Salter and Kahn, Inc.
- Second Church of Christ Scientist
- Simon Malls
- SPS New England
- St. Basil's Syriac Orthodox Church
- Topsfield Motors
- Winthrop House
Municipal & State
- Bedford NH School District
- Department of Youth Services
- Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance
- Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School
- Groveland Electric Light Department
- Massachusetts School Building Authority
- Merrimack NH School District
- North Shore Community College
- Tri-Town School Union
Municipal & State
- Town of Bedford
- City of Beverly
- Town of Boxford
- Town of Danvers
- City of Gloucester
- Town of Holden
- City of Lynn
- Town of Middleton
- Town of Norwell
- Town of Norwood
- City of Peabody
- Town of Reading
- City of Salem
- City of Somerville
- City of Watertown
- Town of Weston
- Town of Westwood
- Town of Winthrop
COMMUNITY
We are proud to support many great organizations in our community.
IMELDA R. BARNHURST, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, MCPPO
Owner & Principal
(978) 750-9062 x117 ibarnhurst@gienapparchitects.comImelda has been working in the field of architecture since 2005 and has been at Gienapp Architects since 2009. She has performed numerous assessments, studies and municipal projects throughout her career. She has been the key person on many important Gienapp Architects projects including Boxford Town Hall, Watertown North Fire Station, and North Shore Community College. She became principal and owner of Gienapp Architects in 2024.
EDUCATION
Illinois Institute of Technology, Master of Architecture
Georgia Institute of Technology, Bachelor of Science, Architecture
REGISTRATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Architect in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and South Dakota
LEED AP BD+C
MCPPO Certified
MEMBERSHIPS
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Boston Society of Architects (BSA)
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
LENO FILIPPI, AIA
Senior Project Manager and Designer/Architect
(978) 750-9062 x134 lfilippi@gienapparchitects.comLeno has over 35 years of experience in comprehensive architectural design, project management, master planning, public permitting, feasibility studies, programming, cost estimating, technical production and specifications. He has successfully led the design of a variety of commercial and academic projects with budgets ranging from $10 million to $50 million. Prior to joining Gienapp, Leno provided design and project management services at several well-respected Boston-based architecture firms.
EDUCATION
University of Cincinnati, Bachelor of Architecture
REGISTRATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Architect in Massachusetts
MEMBERSHIPS
Boston Society of Architects
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
MICHAEL S. NEE, RA
Project Architect
(978) 750-9062 x113 mnee@gienapparchitects.comMike has been working in the field of architecture since 1995. He joined Gienapp Architects in 2009 after 15 years as an architect at a prominent local firm. He has been the key person on many historical and commercial projects at Gienapp Architects including the Chapel of St. Gabriel the Archangel, Derby Summer House at Glen Magna Farms and Salisbury One Oceanfront.
EDUCATION
Roger Williams University, Bachelor of Architecture
REGISTRATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Architect in Massachusetts
CHRISTIANE GREELEY
Chief Financial Officer
(978) 750-9062 x111 cgreeley@gienapparchitects.comChris manages financial and human resource matters as well as contractual obligations with clients, consultants and vendors for Gienapp Architects. She joined the firm in January 2015 as our Accounts and Contracts Administrator. Her vast experience in administration, accounting, billing, office management and IT management allowed her to quickly become a key part of the Gienapp management team. During the COVID-19 crisis, Chris was instrumental in navigating optimal business strategies and ensuring the firm’s financial strength.
