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The Ritz Stagehouse

A photo of an event at The Ritz Stagehouse in Newburgh, NY, designed by David Burke Architects.

The Ritz Exterior

An architectural rendering of The Ritz Theater in Newburgh, NY viewed from the public green displaying a new entry designed by David Burke Architects.

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Planning & Design for People & Communities

David Burke Architects

We specialize in public buildings that support community and make positive contributions to the built and natural environments.

WHAT WE DO

We work with institutional partners, non-profit community organizations, local governing bodies, and construction firms to design and develop large-scale, future-proofed buildings and spaces in the following categories:

Institutional Buildings

Housing

HOW WE DO IT

Using clear communication and collaboration, we will work with you through all phases of architectural design to provide the following services:

Building Assessment
Building Programming
Conceptual Design & Visioning
Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, & Construction Administration
Municipal Approvals & Permitting
Project Management

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“DBA's insights, leadership, and technical expertise are helping to unlock the potential of the Ritz as an innovative, responsive, and dynamic contemporary performance-arts space. It’s inspiring to work with a team that shares our level of passion for this project.”

Lisa Silverstone

Executive Director - Safe Harbors of the Hudson