Founder Ruth Bennett retains architectural registration in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and in New York State.  She is a member of the American Institute of Architects, is certified by the NCARB, is a member of the Boston Society of Architects and is a LEED Green Associate.  Ruth has practiced architecture since 1989.  Prior to establishing RBA, Ruth worked for Cesar Pelli & Associates, Kallmann McKinnell and Wood Architects, Symmes Maini & McKee Associates, Inc., Randall T. Mudge & Associates and The Classic Group. Inc. designing high-rise office towers, federal courthouses, institutional/academic buildings, urban design projects, and high-end residential estates.  Ruth holds a Master of Architecture II and a Bachelor of Architecture from Syracuse University in Florence, Italy and Syracuse, New York. 

RBA Architecture designs personalized residential and workspace architecture throughout New England and New York.  In the city, by the coast or out in the countryside, our projects integrate architecture, landscape, and technology with sunlight, innovative building energy solutions, and refined details.  The heart of the studio is focused on connecting people with each other and their natural environments.  We are committed to designing site-specific projects with a balance between context, form, function, and sustainable materials.  Delivering tailored, high-performance buildings, RBA works closely with a diverse team of experts.  Our body of work includes new construction, historic restoration and  preservation, renovation, interior design, master planning, site selection, and consulting services.  We look forward to collaborating with you to develop your vision.  Together, we build projects centered by a sense of light and place, contributing to generations of balanced work and life.