Where Trust Shapes Design & Enduring Relationships
Amanda’s dedication to her clients, her team, and the work itself has shaped an approach to architecture grounded in trust, ownership, and client relationships. Long before Amanda began her career in architecture, she was already learning what it meant to build something from the ground up. Growing up, she spent time alongside her father building different […]
Leading Through Curiosity and Craft
How Michael Hochadel’s passion for architecture, mentorship, and technical excellence helps shape APD’s future. By the time Michael Hochadel was 12 years old, he already knew he wanted to become an architect. Drawn to the challenge of solving complex design problems and inspired by the idea of creating spaces that withstand the test of time, he […]
APD CEO Dan Sargent Named to RBJ’s 2026 Power List
APD is proud to announce that President and CEO Dan Sargent has been named to the Rochester Business Journal’s 2026 Power List for Construction and Real Estate. The annual Power List recognizes influential leaders who are helping shape Rochester’s future by guiding companies, clients, and communities through the evolving real estate and construction landscape. Dan’s […]
Celebrating Bob McCormick’s Promotion to Senior Technical Advisor
For Bob McCormick, architecture has always been rooted in problem-solving, collaboration, and delivering quality work that stands the test of time. His promotion to Senior Technical Advisor reflects decades of technical expertise, collaborative leadership, and the trusted guidance he has consistently provided across APD teams and projects. Where It All Began Bob began his career in the mid-1980s […]
Meet the Leader Behind APD
How collaboration, authenticity, and experience continue to shape APD under Dan Sargent’s leadership. Dan Sargent has spent the past 21 years helping shape APD Engineering and Architecture through a leadership style grounded in collaboration, authenticity, and a genuine passion for design. Since becoming President in 2022, he has continued to guide the firm with a […]
Noah Hare Steps Into Project Lead Role at APD Engineering & Architecture
Noah Hare has been promoted to Project Lead at APD Engineering & Architecture. Over the past three years, Noah has been a vital team member, consistently demonstrating strong leadership, technical excellence, and a deep commitment to project success. His promotion reflects not only his outstanding contributions but also our commitment to recognizing and growing our […]
2025 Summer Interns at APD
Meet Our Summer Interns! With summer in full swing, we’re more than excited to introduce our 2025 summer interns! From architecture to engineering, they’ve brought fresh ideas, new perspectives, and energy to the APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC team. We look forward to watching them grow and learn over the summer!
Welcome, Sinan Isikdemir!
APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC, welcomes Sinan Isikdemir as a Project Designer! Sinan is a recent graduate of Alfred State College – SUNY College of Technology, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture. A Fun fact about Sinan is that he won a popsicle bridge competition with his bridge holding 267 pounds!
Congratulations to Abigail Conley!
Big congratulations to Abigail Conley on her promotion to Senior Project Designer! Abigail’s creativity and attention to detail have been key to delivering high-quality work at APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC. This next step is a natural fit, and we’re thrilled to see her continue to grow in this new role.
Congratulations to Kathryn Geiger!
APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC is proud to congratulate Kathryn Geiger on passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and earning her Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification! This is a major milestone on the path to professional licensure and a reflection of her commitment and drive. We’re proud to support professional growth at APD and can’t wait […]
Kenneth Rea PE, Named Young Engineer of the Year
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news… Kenneth Rea, P.E., Associate Principal of MEP Engineering here at APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC, has been named Young Engineer of the Year by the NYSSPE – New York State Society of Professional Engineers! This award recognizes engineers under 35 who are making a significant impact, not just […]
Welcome, Shawn Patrie!
“I chose to work at APD because of the firm culture and office environment. Everyone at APD is treated like family right from the start.” Please welcome Shawn Patrie to APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC! Shawn is a recent graduate from Alfred State College – SUNY College of Technology and is joining our team as […]
Rochester Business Journal Recognition for Daniel Sargent
APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC is proud to share that our CEO and President, Daniel Sargent, AIA, NCARB, is included on the Rochester Business Journal 2025 Power List for Construction and Real Estate! This recognition highlights the leaders shaping Rochester by helping companies, clients, and the community navigate the ever-changing real estate and construction industry. […]
Congratulations to Chris La Bar
Congratulations to Chris La Bar on his promotion to Project Lead! Chris has consistently brought skill, focus, and commitment to APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC. His work has made a real impact across multiple projects, and we’re excited to see him step into this new role.
APD Attends Signing Day at Alfred State College
Another great Signing Day at Alfred State College – SUNY College of Technology! We were proud to celebrate three 2025 graduates who will be joining the APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC team after graduation. This year, our HR Generalist, Nathan Shipley, was joined by Josh Hernandez and Nathan Pinney, who were in the graduates’ seats […]
Alex Nestor and Jonathan Tran earn their EIT Certifications
APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC proudly congratulates Alexander Nestor and Jonathan Tran on passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and earning their Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certifications! This is a big step toward professional licensure and showcases their hard work and dedication. At APD, we value growth and continuous learning, and we’re excited to see Alex […]
Veronica Morsman Joins the APD Team
“I chose APD because of its strong company culture, positive leadership, and their employee recognition and appreciation.” We’re excited to have Veronica Morsman join APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC as a Senior Project Designer! With her experience in BIM, she’ll play a key role in navigating our LiDAR services. An Alfred State College – SUNY […]
Congratulations to Andrew Cassick
Congratulations to Andrew Cassick on his promotion to Senior Project Lead! Andrew has been a valued member of the APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC team for over seven years, contributing to many projects. We look forward to watching Andrew thrive in his new role!
Employee Appreciation Day at APD
Today, we celebrated Employee Appreciation Day with lunch from Route 96 BBQ as we thank our incredible APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC team! Your hard work, dedication, and passion fuel our success, shaping the spaces we create and the communities we serve.
Senior Principal John Wallington Retires
Today, we bid a heartfelt farewell to one of our Senior Principals, John Wallington, as he steps into retirement after an incredible career with APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC. But don’t fret – John will still be lightly working on various projects under a new title, Associate Principal of Architecture. Over the years, John has […]
Welcome, Andy Romero
“I chose APD because it is a firm that prioritizes growth and knowledge, fostering an environment that encourages innovative ideas and solutions.” Please join us in welcoming Andy Romero as our new Structural Designer at APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC! Andy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our team, holding a degree in […]
APD Adds a New Associate Principal
Congratulations to Joel R. Skogen, PE, LEED AP on his promotion to Associate Principal of Mechanical Engineering at APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC! This well-deserved promotion reflects Joel’s dedication to our team and clients. Since joining APD, Joel has leveraged his extensive industry experience to establish himself as an integral member of our team. We […]
Welcome, Thomas Lidlow!
“I chose APD because I like the positive work environment and the support everyone from all the teams provides.” Please welcome Thomas Lidlow to APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC! Thomas is joining us as a Project Designer with over two years of experience in the industry and a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the University […]
Welcome, Thomas Terino!
We are excited to share that Thomas Terino has joined the APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC team as an Electrical Designer! Tom is a University at Buffalo graduate with over three years of industry experience and will be focusing on a range of projects from Retail spaces to patient care facilities. Welcome to the team […]