Szostak Design Employee Directory
Architecture and PlanningNorth Carolina, United States11-50 Employees
Szostak Design is an architectural design and planning firm based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, founded in 1980. Led by Principal Philip Szostak, FAIA, the practice emphasizes hands-on involvement from conception through completion across a diverse range of project types, with a focus on designing spaces that connect people to place and culture. The firm prioritizes rigorous research and client collaboration to uncover each project’s unique context and align the final design with the client’s vision. Environmental responsibility has been a core value since its inception, and the team integrates sustainable features as a matter of principle, including experience delivering LEED-certified projects and evaluating outcomes against social and economic benchmarks in addition to environmental standards. In recent years, Szostak Design has received industry recognition, including the 2014 AIA North Carolina Firm of the Year Award, and has highlighted notable recent projects and participation in design events. The firm operates in the architecture and planning sector and serves clients in various project types from its Chapel Hill base.