R. Sean Darnell, RA | Associate

Approachable. Materiality-Focused. Craftsperson.

Project Architect R. Sean Darnell is a technical architect who thrives in documentation yet can easily transition to any role that the team needs--from project management to design support. His love of materiality in architecture and determining connections between different materials stems from his varied background in craft--including pottery, sculpture, and furniture making.

“I let the material do the talking—guiding me and showing me what it’s supposed to do—what that moment of connection has to be. Everything that I enjoy is efficiently and beautifully doing what we’re asked as architects while making it constructible.”

Sean’s background includes practice throughout the Western United States with project types including healthcare, justice, commercial, and multi-family. Sean brings deep expertise using Revit--often in unusual and unexpected ways--to drive value for projects. He believes that the best architecture is grounded in the context of place and brings this approach to all his endeavors, especially when it comes to material selections.

Architectural Specialties

Justice & Public Safety
Civic
Tribal

Education

Master of Architecture, University of Mexico

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Harding University

Registration

Architecture, State of Washington, Colorado, and Texas