Michael Patrick, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP

PRINCIPAL

Licenses held: DC, MD, VA, VT, ME, UT, NH, MA

Michael joined BVA in 2014, becoming Principal in 2018 and Partner in 2020. With experience in Dallas, Atlanta, Boston, and New York, he is passionate about helping people create homes that support their goals, aspirations and daily activities. His international travel, and ongoing work with the Institute for Classical Architecture & Art, have deepened his understanding of the most authentic traditions of architectural design. As a member of the Association for Preservation Technology and a regular attendee of the Building Science Camp, he continually seeks ways to improve comfort, durability, and longevity in homes while integrating technology thoughtfully. 

Michael graduated from the College of William and Mary (B.A. Linguistics) in 1985 and from the University of Texas, Arlington (M. Arch) in 1992, receiving the AIA Henry Adams School Medal as the top student. He returned to his architectural roots after being Design Director for large-scale projects at firms like Leo A. Daly and Gensler, focusing now on single-family homes, and churches with a historic or traditional character.

Chair of the Education Committee
Institute for Classical Art and Architecture, Washington Mid-Atlantic Chapter

Steering Committee Member
Neighborhood Friends of George Washington’s Mt. Vernon

Teacher for the ICAA New Heights program
Teaching Middle School students the tenets of traditional architecture

Prior Director At-Large and Lead Co-Chair
Partnerships and Outreach Committee, Association for Preservation Technology International

Founder and Co-Chair
Partnership for Catholic Sacred Architecture and the Living Presence Symposium Series