Newman Architects, PC

Newman Architects, PC is a collaborative design studio based in New Haven, Connecticut, founded in 1964 by Herbert Newman. The firm is led by five principals A. Brooks Fischer, AIA; José Hernández, AIA, NOMA, LEED GA; Melinda Agron, AIA, NOMA, LEED GA; Peter Newman, Assoc. AIA; and Richard Munday, AIA. With a staff of thirty, Newman Architects provides comprehensive architectural services in the design and construction industries spanning various sectors including higher education, commercial, K-12, library, civic, and community projects.

The firm has a strong focus on sustainability and has been recognized with over 150 awards for excellence in design, management, and team collaboration. Newman Architects believes in creating nurturing environments that have a sense of belonging to the communities they serve, driven by core values including capability, curiosity, integrity, belonging, agility, and care.

Their architectural approach balances fundamental design principles with the flexibility to respond to evolving social and technological demands, aiming to create lasting architecture with clear patterns of organization, universal accessibility, and environmental, social, and economic sustainability. Their goal is to foster connection between people and place through their work.