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We are healthcare experts, innovators, strategic planners, and architects—inspired by transforming healthcare through custom solutions to challenges.

People

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Great healthcare design begins with people. At Array, our culture is shaped by collaboration, curiosity, and a shared commitment to human-centered healthcare design.

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Our team brings together architects, planners, designers, advisors, and strategists with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, united by a passion for improving healthcare environments.

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Team members reviewing project plans and notes.

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We work side by side across disciplines, learning from one another and contributing throughout the design process, because collaboration is foundational to how we solve complex challenges.

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We care about our people beyond their professional abilities. By valuing who they are as individuals, not just the roles they fill, we create an environment grounded in trust, balance, and authentic connection that supports both personal and professional growth.

And at the heart of everything we do is an unrelenting drive to help clients achieve exceptional healthcare, create healthier communities, and design a better experience for patients and care teams alike.

Meet the Array Team

Noah Tolson

President, Array Architects | Principal

Noah Tolson

President, Array Architects | Principal

LEED AP BD+C, Lean Green Belt

For 20 years, Noah has dedicated himself to the healthcare industry where his passion for exploring the convergence of efficiency and inspiration in the built environment perfectly resides. Noah has been instrumental in re-imagining Array’s design approach, which seeks to provide greater clarity and collaboration to defining spaces for healing. Noah’s varied experiences in developing products and bringing them to market, launching a company and working as a strategic consultant all led to the strong importance he places on a sound plan that is informed by “round thinking” and supported by hard data. Noah offers a broad skill set to facilitate project delivery with an enthusiastic leadership style and a comprehensive understanding of various project types.

Education

Master of Architecture, Clemson University
Bachelor of Design, Clemson University

Jonathon Bykowski

President, Array Advisors | Principal

Jonathon Bykowski

President, Array Advisors | Principal

AIA, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Jonathan has dedicated his career to not only transforming healthcare systems for clients but also their facilities’ design. As a Principal and Lean facilitator, Jonathan infuses process improvement into each step of the process. His passion for problem-solving drives him to challenge traditional solutions and approaches. He tailors the project approach for each client to understand their organization and develop improvements to support and enhance them. Jonathan is most excited about developing new tools to help engage stakeholders, drive consensus and increase value for capital projects.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Philadelphia University
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design, Philadelphia University
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Villanova University

L. Kent Doss

Practice Leader, Design | Senior Regional Vice President, Mid-Atlantic | Principal

L. Kent Doss

Practice Leader, Design | Senior Regional Vice President, Mid-Atlantic | Principal

AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Kent’s healthcare work ranges from focused interventions within existing facilities to large-scale, freestanding buildings. He approaches every project as an opportunity to improve processes, efficiencies, and outcomes, earning long-term client relationships and national design awards. He is a strong advocate for collaborative delivery methods such as Design-Build, Design-Assist, and Integrated Project Delivery. Kent completed Stanford University’s Center for Integrated Facility Engineering program and is based in the Philadelphia office.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Auburn University
Center for Integrated Facility Engineering, Stanford University
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Villanova University

Tim Nichols

Chief Operating Officer | Principal

Tim Nichols

Chief Operating Officer | Principal

CDT

Tim’s healthcare technical expertise and project leadership make him an integral part of Array’s leadership team. He promotes innovation across all offices while instilling technical proficiency within project teams. With experience across all facets of architecture practice—from Revit to project management to client engagement—Tim collaborates effectively with staff, practice leaders, and clients to deliver strong outcomes. He understands client challenges and how to align Array’s resources to solve them.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Drexel University

Darren Conlen

Practice Leader, Architecture | Principal

Darren Conlen

Practice Leader, Architecture | Principal

Darren has design and project coordination expertise in all areas of the industry. His technical focus ensures a proper coordination between building engineering elements, the established building program and the aesthetic goals of the institution. As Practice Area Leader of architecture at Array, Darren oversees the project architects, closely examining and fulfilling client design needs, coordinating efforts with consultants and ensuring the proper development of documents.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Architectural Design, Jefferson University
Master of Business Administration, West Chester University

Lindsey Stang

Practice Leader, Planning | Principal

Lindsey Stang

Practice Leader, Planning | Principal

AIA, GGP

Lindsey brings 16 years’ experience to her role as Practice Leader of Planning. Her diverse skills in master planning and architectural design allow her to solve intricate planning challenges. Lindsey brings a human-centered approach to planning, considering patient, provider, and staff experience while remaining mindful of operational impacts and healthcare best practices. Her work has been featured in Healthcare Design, Medical Construction & Design, and Contract Magazine – among other publications.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Architectural Design, Clemson University
Master of Architecture for Health, Clemson University

Nicole Cocolin

Practice Leader, Interior Design | Principal

Nicole Cocolin

Practice Leader, Interior Design | Principal

IIDA, NCIDQ

Nicole Cocolin has over 18 years of specialized healthcare planning and design experience, working on a full range of project and client types. She is a licensed interior designer who is responsible for all facets of the design process, including client and consultant coordination, design, and construction documentation and administration. Her teaching and mentoring promote the professional development of women in the healthcare industry. She empowers her team, supports growth professionally, and provides ongoing education and the strictest adherence to healthcare best practices. From leading complex healthcare projects, to advocating for interior designers within her community, Nicole combines her knowledge of design, the human experience, and business management to conceptualize spaces that appeal to the Executive Board, providers, and most importantly patients and their families.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Interior Design, Philadelphia University
Past President, Philadelphia Chapter, Women in Healthcare

James Britt

Practice Leader, Engagement Management | Principal

James Britt

Practice Leader, Engagement Management | Principal

For the last 19 years, I have practiced architecture in healthcare, education, research and recreation. I understand every project is unique and requires an approach that not only highlights and preserves what is important to the client, but also creates a focused set of experiences for the entire team to arrive at and deliver the best solutions. I bring firsthand knowledge on the benefits and challenges of the collaborative IPD process, enabling me to help reduce waste and maintain full transparency during highly complex projects.

Education

Master of Architecture, Texas Tech University

James May

Regional Vice President, Northeast | Principal

James May

Regional Vice President, Northeast | Principal

AIA, LEED AP

For more than 20 years, James has specialized in the conception and realization of healthcare projects, including hospitals, cancer centers and academic medical centers. His extensive knowledge of healthcare facility operations allows him to reach innovative and cost-effective solutions for clients, and he excels at strategic planning and organizing teams to provide these solutions. Jamie’s strong management skills are enhanced by his ability to communicate effectively with every project stakeholder.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Drexel University
Master of Architecture, Syracuse University

David Martin

Regional Vice President, Southeast | Principal

David Martin

Regional Vice President, Southeast | Principal

AIA, LEED AP BD+C

With nearly 30 years of experience in healthcare planning and design, David has worked with healthcare systems across the country to master plan and implement projects ranging from academic medical center expansions to targeted equipment replacements. He believes that successful client and project encounters are grounded in personal relationships based on mutual trust, respect, and active listening to a client’s needs and priorities. An accomplished team leader with a keen ability to streamline complex processes, David fosters collaboration and ensures teams remain in sync and performing at their best.

Education

Master of Architecture, Clemson University
Bachelor of Design, Clemson University

Patricia Shpilberg

Regional Vice President, Florida | Principal

Patricia Shpilberg

Regional Vice President, Florida | Principal

MBA, EDAC

Over her 25-plus years of experience, Patricia has developed a deep expertise in healthcare planning and design. Backed by education encompassing both architecture and business, she specializes in helping clients plan the best development path to further their strategic mission via market assessment, organizational modeling and visioning, site and facility master planning, and operational analysis and planning. Patricia’s rich background and experience is enhanced by her international perspective from time spent living in South America and other locations abroad.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Architecture, Lehigh University
Master of Architecture, University of Miami
Master of Business Administration, Emory University

Michael Rovinsky

Vice President, Strategic Planning | Principal

Michael Rovinsky

Vice President, Strategic Planning | Principal

MBA

Michael is a healthcare strategist with more than 35 years of experience assisting community hospitals, health systems, physician groups, and ambulatory and post-acute care organizations. He has helped develop strategic plans and master facility plans for numerous hospitals and health systems and completed market analyses for hundreds of programs and services. During his career, Michael has planned and developed more than 750,000 square feet of medical office, imaging, and ambulatory surgery space for health systems and medical groups.

Education

Master of Business Administration, The Wharton School
Bachelor of Arts, Biology and Psychology, University of Pennsylvania

Caitlin DiMarzio

Studio Director, Philadelphia | Associate Principal

Caitlin DiMarzio

Studio Director, Philadelphia | Associate Principal

AIA, LEED AP

With over 15 years of architectural experience and a strong focus on healthcare design, Caitlin has led complex projects ranging from imaging department fitouts and cancer treatment center renovations to large-scale outpatient facilities. Most recently serving as Health Sciences Practice Leader for a major A&E firm, she combines deep technical knowledge with a collaborative leadership style. At Array, Caitlin will leverage her ability to deftly manage teams and successfully guide projects across all phases of design and construction in support of creating exceptional environments for patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, The Pennsylvania State University

Negin Marrs

Studio Director, Philadelphia | Associate Principal

Negin Marrs

Studio Director, Philadelphia | Associate Principal

Negin Marrs brings over 15 years of experience leading complex healthcare projects across inpatient, ambulatory, behavioral health, and women’s and children’s services. She is known for balancing design intent with constructability, guiding multidisciplinary teams through regulatory requirements, stakeholder alignment, and high-quality documentation. Her approach is collaborative and strategy-driven, with a focus on clear communication, disciplined coordination, and delivering environments that support caregivers and improve the patient experience

Education

Master of Architecture, Temple University
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering, Iran University of Science & Technology

Shefali Gupta

Studio Director, New York City | Principal

Shefali Gupta

Studio Director, New York City | Principal

AIA, LEED AP

Shefali has over 20 years of experience leading projects for both public and private institutions, with a focus on technology-rich healthcare, life sciences, and research facilities. Her management expertise includes shepherding multi-disciplinary teams from visioning through construction, successfully supporting design and technical excellence by fostering a highly collaborative process. Always keeping users’ needs at the forefront, Shefali believes in the power of a well-designed environment to promote well-being, innovation, and community.

Education

Master of Architecture, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
Bachelor of Architecture, University of Mumbai

Leo Salomon

Studio Director, Ft. Lauderdale | Principal

Leo Salomon

Studio Director, Ft. Lauderdale | Principal

CGC

Leo is a dynamic, self-motivated leader with a proven performance record. He is a seasoned professional with expertise in the architectural, engineering and construction industries. Leo has elevated knowledge of construction administration, coupled with strong design and analytical skills. He has extensive experience in design and project management driving efficiency, productivity and financial performance improvements.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, University of Miami

Nathan Isley

Studio Director, Durham | Principal

Nathan Isley

Studio Director, Durham | Principal

AIA, LEED AP BD+C

Nathan brings 35 years of experience and deep expertise in the planning and design of complex facilities for healthcare, academic medical center, and research clients. He has worked extensively with universities and schools of medicine, developing projects that balance long-term flexibility with immediate clinical and educational needs. He is continually inspired by the breakthroughs in medicine, technology, and care delivery that drive his clients’ work. The patient experience remains central to Nathan’s design approach, guiding decisions from concept through construction.

Education

Master of Architecture, The Glasgow School of Art and the University of Glasgow
Bachelor of Architecture, North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture, North Carolina State University

Stephanie Story

Director, Interior Design | Principal

Stephanie Story

Director, Interior Design | Principal

LEED AP BD+C, NCIDQ

Stephanie is a LEED Accredited Interior Designer with a diversified and progressive career in Healthcare, Hospitality and Corporate Design. Stephanie has consistently exceeded expectations and has created high quality designs that met the client’s functional needs and aesthetic goals. She is recognized as a detail-oriented designer with the ability to carry projects through all phases of design and construction. Her approach to each project involves positive interaction with the client to facilitate the direction of concept development and project design.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Environmental Design Interiors, Syracuse University

Maureen Carley-Vallejo

Director, Interior Design – New York | Associate Principal

Maureen Carley-Vallejo

Director, Interior Design – New York | Associate Principal

IIDA, NCIDQ

A recognized industry leader, Maureen has over 30 years of experience as an interior designer and project manager in the New York City region. She has dedicated much of her career to healthcare design, employing a human-centered approach that emphasizes sensitivity to details and overall user experience. As a testament to her career, Maureen has received numerous awards from industry organizations, including Healthcare Design’s 2016 Designer of the Year award, and has shared her thought leadership with publications that include Interior Design, Interiors, Hospitality Design, Contract, and Healthcare Design.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Design, New York School of Interior Design
Associate of Applied Science, Interior Design, Berkeley College

Nicole Wood

Director, Design Technology | Principal

Nicole Wood

Director, Design Technology | Principal

LEED AP, NCIDQ

Nicole is adept at collecting information in an intuitive way for all aspects of a design project. From planning and design to coordination of furniture, fixtures and equipment, she is able to use existing structural conditions and unite the design in a new and functional manner. Her approach to each project involves positive interaction with the client to facilitate the direction of concept development and project design.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Interior Design, Philadelphia University

Mary-Jean Tims

Director, Quality Assurance | Associate Principal

Mary-Jean Tims

Director, Quality Assurance | Associate Principal

With more than 18 years of healthcare experience, Mary Jean brings deep technical and regulatory expertise to every project she supports. Her work centers on aligning design excellence with safety, efficiency, and long-term performance through structured quality assurance processes. By emphasizing early risk identification, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and knowledge sharing, she ensures that each project

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Woodbury University School of Architecture

Nsenga Bansfield-Maathey

Director, Healthcare Planning - New York | Associate Principal

Nsenga Bansfield-Maathey

Director, Healthcare Planning - New York | Associate Principal

AIA

Nsenga has 26 years of experience in the design industry, specializing in healthcare planning and design for many of the region’s leading health systems. With a passion for promoting care equity, she aims to foster a community-centered approach to each project, closely involving patients, families, staff, and local stakeholders in the process. Her national work has provided a broader view of trends and best practices in the design, planning, and execution of a wide range of healthcare projects.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Cornell University

Nancy Erb

Director, Human Resources | Principal

Nancy Erb

Director, Human Resources | Principal

MS, SHRM-CP

As Director of Human Resources, Nancy connects operations, finance, administration, and regional offices across the firm. Her experience in both creative and medical environments brings a unique perspective to people operations. Through servant leadership, she supports both executive leadership and staff. Outside of the office, Nancy enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and her adult children.

Education

Master of Science, Organizational Leadership, Cabrini University
BFA, Graphic Design, Moore College of Art and Design
Society for Human Resources Management – Certified Professional, Villanova University

Monica D’Ambrosia

Director, Finance | Principal

Monica D’Ambrosia

Director, Finance | Principal

Monica is the Director of Finance at Array, where she brings strategic oversight and financial expertise to the firm’s operations. With a strong background in corporate finance and a passion for driving organizational success, she ensures sound fiscal management and alignment with long-term business goals. Monica’s leadership supports Array’s mission of delivering innovative and efficient design solutions to clients across the healthcare sector.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Accounting, The Pennsylvania State University

Charles Halsey

Project Architect | Principal

Charles Halsey

Project Architect | Principal

AIA, Lean Practitioner

Backed by over 15 years of practice, Charles has experience leading projects from a variety of perspectives. From a technical standpoint, he ensures proper coordination between building engineering elements, the established building program, and all applicable code requirements, shepherding the production of accurate, quality documentation in support of a project’s design objectives. Charles also works closely with the Array project team to ensure a smooth overall project process by fostering clear and efficient communication with the client and consultants, keeping a close eye on project metrics, and mentoring younger team members.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Jefferson University

Malcolm Hawkins

Senior Project Architect | Principal

Malcolm Hawkins

Senior Project Architect | Principal

AIA, EDAC

Malcolm has nearly four decades of experience focused on healthcare and higher education design. Known for his hands-on approach, he maintains a high level of involvement throughout all project phases to ensure quality outcomes aligned with client goals. As a senior project architect, Malcolm provides leadership in technical coordination and documentation, helping teams navigate complex regulatory and infrastructure requirements. His experience includes extensive work on campus facilities dating back to the 1930s, where he has guided renovations to enhance operational longevity, improve accessibility, and address evolving code and infrastructure requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture, North Carolina State University

Laura Jensen

Senior Project Architect | Principal

Laura Jensen

Senior Project Architect | Principal

Laura has been providing design and planning leadership for healthcare organizations throughout the United States for over two decades. She offers a keen understanding of how design and planning decisions can be impactful in supporting the successful operation of a healing environment. Laura has effectively guided healthcare facility design projects throughout the country for some of the most significant organizations, including Indian River Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Mary Washington Health System, University of Virginia Medical Center and Walter Reed Army Medical Center.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Cornell University

Julie Risk

Senior Project Architect | Principal

Julie Risk

Senior Project Architect | Principal

AIA, LEED AP BD+C, NCIDQ

With 24 years of experience, Julie is a seasoned design professional with a focused background in healthcare architecture. Her experience also includes healthcare, civic, and higher education work, providing a well-rounded perspective when designing for diverse user needs and operational goals. Skilled at navigating complex and sometimes conflicting requirements, she approaches each project with the belief that every problem has a solution. Julie is known for staying ahead of emerging tools and technologies—from Revit and cost estimating platforms to sustainable design principles—and she brings this forward-thinking, detail-oriented approach to every phase of the design process.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture, North Carolina State University

Julia Savastinuk

Senior Project Architect | Principal

Julia Savastinuk

Senior Project Architect | Principal

AIA, Lean Practitioner

Julia is an accomplished designer and seasoned project architect with more than 15 years of dynamic experience. Her project leadership, spanning from design conception through construction, ensures that innovation, functionality, and code compliance are fully realized. Julia sees every project as a unique opportunity for collaboration, seamlessly integrating all disciplines to deliver meaningful, client-focused solutions. Her expertise transforms complex challenges into strategic, elegant designs that exceed expectations.

Education

Master of Architecture, Pratt Institute
Bachelor Architecture, Temple University

Parker Seybold

Senior Designer | Principal

Parker Seybold

Senior Designer | Principal

AIA

Parker is a senior designer with over 15 years of experience in a wide range of project typologies, from large-scale, ground-up institutional campuses to sensitive historic renovations. Particularly interested in the intersection of technology and design innovation, he is an advocate for the adoption of cutting-edge software and visualization best practices. Parker leverages these advanced tools and the breadth of his experience to design high-performance buildings that consistently exceed client goals for sustainability and aesthetics.

Education

Master of Architecture, Planning and Preservation, Columbia University
Bachelor of Arts, Public Policy Studies, University of Chicago

Jennifer Tinsley

Senior Interior Designer | Principal

Jennifer Tinsley

Senior Interior Designer | Principal

NCIDQ, CHID

Jennifer’s passion for details that help bring a project to life fuels her logical and thoughtful design process. Her conscientiousness towards customer and client satisfaction facilitates the direction of concept development and project design. Moreover, Jennifer’s knowledge with the Lean process provides a holistic perspective that contributes to her success on numerous facility types of varying scale, style and complexity.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Interior Design, Jefferson University

Cheryl Woo

Senior Project Architect | Principal

Cheryl Woo

Senior Project Architect | Principal

RA, LEED AP BD+C

Cheryl possesses extensive healthcare design and project architecture expertise. She is responsible for implementing work plans, document packages, schedules, and prioritizing tasks within the project team. Cheryl takes a pragmatic approach to problem solving during projects, drawing upon her knowledge of various building types and experience planning and developing technical solutions to drive results. As a member of the QC team, Cheryl acts as an independent drawing review resource, applying her expertise widely.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Cornell University
Master of Architecture, University of Pennsylvania

Noah Tolson

President, Array Architects | Principal

Noah Tolson

President, Array Architects | Principal

LEED AP BD+C, Lean Green Belt

Education

Master of Architecture, Clemson University
Bachelor of Design, Clemson University

Jonathon Bykowski

President, Array Advisors | Principal

Jonathon Bykowski

President, Array Advisors | Principal

AIA, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Philadelphia University
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design, Philadelphia University
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Villanova University

L. Kent Doss

Practice Leader, Design | Senior Regional Vice President, Mid-Atlantic | Principal

L. Kent Doss

Practice Leader, Design | Senior Regional Vice President, Mid-Atlantic | Principal

AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Auburn University
Center for Integrated Facility Engineering, Stanford University
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Villanova University

Tim Nichols

Chief Operating Officer | Principal

Tim Nichols

Chief Operating Officer | Principal

CDT

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, Drexel University

Darren Conlen

Practice Leader, Architecture | Principal

Darren Conlen

Practice Leader, Architecture | Principal

Education

Bachelor of Science, Architectural Design, Jefferson University
Master of Business Administration, West Chester University

Lindsey Stang

Practice Leader, Planning | Principal

Lindsey Stang

Practice Leader, Planning | Principal

AIA, GGP

Education

Bachelor of Science, Architectural Design, Clemson University
Master of Architecture for Health, Clemson University

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Participate in award-winning healthcare design, learn from celebrated designers, and seize the opportunity to blaze your own trail by leading entrepreneurial initiatives at Array.

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People-Driven Design. Purposeful Careers.

Great healthcare design is built on strong teams and diverse perspectives. At Array, career growth is not an abstract promise. It is something we design intentionally. Our structure encourages meaningful responsibility, access to leadership, and the flexibility to pursue new ideas. Through an integrated, Lean-led approach and a culture of shared purpose, we support careers that evolve with clarity, momentum, and purpose.

Our Benefits

Hybrid, Flexible Work

A hybrid work environment and flexible scheduling support balance while maintaining strong collaboration across our studios.

Professional Growth

We offer a formal mentorship program, continuing education stipends, certification stipends, and meaningful responsibility in job roles.

Lean Training

We provide Lean training for all employees to support clearer processes, better collaboration, and more effective problem-solving.

Design Dialogue

Regular lunch-and-learns and studio conversations encourage idea-sharing, critique, and collective growth across disciplines.

Beyond Work

We offer paid time off and parental leave to help team members recharge, care for family, and navigate life beyond work.

Connection & Celebration

From weekly catered lunches to team appreciation events, we create opportunities to connect, celebrate, and build lasting relationships.

Open Positions

IT Systems Administrator

Senior Project Architect

Charleston

Lead Project Architect

Philadelphia

Engagement Manager

Fort Lauderdale