Our business is built on a unique synergy of technical expertise, creative vision, and a lifelong love for plants. With a Bachelor of Architecture in Building Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and roots at Hudson Valley Community College, our founder established a rigorous foundation in building systems, structural coordination, and architectural design. Our journey bridges high-level engineering with hands-on interior styling. This dual expertise was refined through two pivotal professional lenses: • The Anderson Group: Focusing on sophisticated space planning and interior design. • Bassett Furniture: Serving as a Consultant to curate bespoke furniture, layouts, and décor tailored to individual lifestyles. Alongside this, our founder’s experience in mechanical design and commissioning for healthcare and commercial projects ensures a deep understanding of how spaces function. Through years of reviewing technical drawings and coordinating building systems, we have mastered the art of ensuring quality performance. Greenery is more than decoration; it is our design philosophy. We believe spaces should feel alive, balanced, and intentional. By merging system-level precision with an organic aesthetic, we create environments that are both seamless and peaceful. Rooted in knowledge. Designed with purpose. Brought to life naturally.
architecture+ is a design and service-oriented architectural and planning firm located in Troy in New York's Capital District. We provide services for healthcare (including psychiatric care facilities and acute care hospitals), education, library, religious, government, commercial, community and residential clients.
Phinney Design Group is a multi-disciplinary Architecture, Interior Design, Green Building Consulting, and Construction Management Firm with a focus on sustainable and environmentally responsible construction methods.
We are a full-service engineering firm specializing in architectural design, site development, and regulatory compliance for residential and commercial projects throughout New York State. We provide professionally prepared and stamped drawings that are permit-ready and construction-focused, helping projects move efficiently from concept through approval. Our architectural services include custom homes, residential and commercial additions, renovations, tenant fit-outs, offices, retail spaces, and light commercial buildings. We approach architectural design with an engineering-driven mindset, emphasizing functionality, constructability, durability, and long-term performance. We also provide site development services including site planning, grading, access, utilities, and land-use coordination. Our specialties include stormwater management and drainage design, such as grading and drainage plans, infiltration systems, erosion and sediment control, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) compliant with NYSDEC requirements. We design water and septic systems, including private wells and conventional or alternative septic systems, coordinating soil testing and preparing stamped plans meeting New York State and county health department standards. All work is designed in compliance with the New York State Building Code, Energy Conservation Construction Code, zoning regulations, and permitting requirements, and we assist with approvals involving local agencies and SEQRA.
