Dbvw Architects

At DBVW Architects, we believe in building strong, resilient, livable communities that promote smart growth, reinforce a unique sense of place, and celebrate the relationship between history and the future. We design contemporary and modern architecture, adapt and preserve existing and historic resources, and creatively unite old with new in response to our clients’ needs. Since the founding of the firm in 1994, DBVW has grown into one of the largest full-service architectural firms in Rhode Island, serving individuals, organizations, and communities throughout New England. We have a special interest in realizing the potential of existing buildings that may have otherwise been overlooked, and we have had the honor of preserving some of New England’s most important historic landmarks. We take sustainability seriously and believe that the best way to conserve cultural and natural resources is to repurpose rather than demolish. People know us for our eagerness to listen, to laugh, to get our hands dirty, and to put our noses to the grindstone. It is not uncommon to find us surveying at the top of scaffolding or measuring in a crawl space. We help our clients creatively solve challenges and make informed decisions at a comfortable pace by communicating simply, clearly, and effectively. Our goal is to help our clients enjoy the process as much as the architectural solution.