About Us
We Build
for People
Our work reflects a clear understanding and reverent respect for the past, combined with an astute insight and open minded embrace of the present and future. Our team of experienced and talented architects & designers represents the full scope of capabilities required to create better, more productive and more sustainable communities.
David Beatty, RA
Project Architect
Resident Bicycle Gremlin,
Poet Laureate, Office Pun-dertaker.
David manages a wide range of projects from industrial to office to public projects. With over 30 years of experience, he combines innovative design with a practical approach to building.
Bob Bumbarger
Project Manager
Sports Enthusiast, Fitness Wanabee,
King of the Nerds
Bob has been working with Larsen for 15 years. His leadership and charismatic personality have helped him work with numerous municipalities to see projects to fruition.
Faith Chrostowski
Project Manager
Project Perfectionist, Sports Addict, Dad Joke Annihilator
Faith joined Larsen in 2020 after earning her Master of Architecture at Kent State University. She has a diverse project portfolio, but helps lead commercial restaurant projects.
Ken Esry
Project Manager
Café Mocha Blueprint Maestro
Ken collaborates closely with client teams from design to completion, aligning goals with values and insight to meet present and future needs. His work reflects a civic vision, fostering identity, public engagement, and inclusivity, all with the help of intensely brewed savory coffee.
Mark Huebner
Project Manager
Interior Design
Professional Cat Scratcher, Director of Fun, Chief HR Troublemaker
Mark leads Larsen’s Interior Design projects. With over 10 years of experience, he combines creativity with functionality and careful attention to detail.
Deb Larsen
Office Manager Emeritus
Recreation Consultant, Mindfulness Maestro, Vibe Manager Emeritus
Deb served as the backbone of our office for over 16 years. Her tireless efforts ensured that our operations ran smoothly. She often comes back to spread joy and positivity.
Tara Pesta
Project Architect
Mom-in-Chief, Project Options Gifter, Bad Joke Intolerant
Tara has over 20 years in the architectural profession, a proud Bearcat / Bearcat Mom, and an expert in the simultaneous juggling of multiple projects at once.
Kayla Skurski
Project Manager
Gastronomic Guru, Vibe Check Specialist, Garden Gnome in Training
Kayla is a dynamic project manager and the youngest, newest member of the team, bringing fresh perspectives and energy to every project.
Traci Walkosak
Project Architect
Building Code Whisperer, Kittanning Knative, Nuance Finder
Traci is a 30+ year veteran of the architectural world – with a wide range of varied project experience. She is an invaluable code sleuth keeping us all on the straight and narrow.
Jim “JP” Ptacek,
AIA, LEED AP
Principal
Dad Joke Specialist, Pun Purveyor,
Movie Reference Referencer
JP is the steady hand of leadership on the Larsen tiller, with 30+ years of architectural experience.
Jim Larsen, RA, AIA
Founder
Rowdy Rower, Chief Inspiration Officer, Worker Emeritus
Jim founded Larsen in 1981 with the philosophy of a team-based approach to architectural solutions. (Yes, it’s his fault we are like this.) He has since stepped away, but still comes back to spread timely advice over pizza on Friday.
Cara Abbaticchio
Office Administrator
Just a Girl, Office Cat, Director of Dollars & Details
Cara brings a well-rounded skill set to Larsen, supporting the team, the business, and ensuring that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.