Richard D. Jarvis, A.I.A., is a Registered Architect and co-founder of the firm. He graduated with honors from the University of Houston in 1977, with a Bachelor of Architecture. He is currently a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Texas Society of Architects.
Since 1976, Richard has gained experience in commercial and residential architecture, both in new construction and renovation / remodeling projects. Current emphasis is on commercial projects, including medical facilities (doctors' offices, clinics, and diagnostic and imaging centers); restaurants (conventional and fast food); retail buildings and lease spaces; industrial complexes (manufacturing and warehousing); parochial facilities (sanctuaries, classrooms and offices). His recent major projects are several medical imaging and diagnostic centers, restaurants, and conversion of existing buildings into a medical office plaza.
Richard currently serves as Managing Principal for the firm.
John E. Culpepper, A.I.A. LEED Certified
John E. Culpepper, A.I.A., has been a Registered Architect since 1983. He graduated from the University of Houston in 1979, with a Bachelor of Architecture and is a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Texas Society of Architects. He currently serves as President of BSA-Architects, Inc.
Since joining the firm in 1979, John has been the principal designer of custom residential and commercial architecture. His projects include single and multi-family residences, including luxury homes in the 3,000 to 15,000 square foot range. Recent commercial work includes renovation and expansion of a manufacturing complex and a new restaurant/bakery.
Frank Botello
Frank R. Botello graduated from the University of Houston in 1979 with a Bachelor of Architecture. Although his background includes residential architecture, his current emphasis is on commercial projects, including retail buildings, convenience stores, apartment renovations and warehouses. His recent projects include development of a prototype design for a national gas and convenience store chain. Frank has been associated with the firm since 1978.
Brian Swartz LEED Certified
Brian C. Swartz graduated from the University of Houston in 2005 with honors. Although he majored in Architecture, he minored in Construction Management and enjoys seeing the project vision translate from drawing to reality. He is currently enrolled in the Intern Development Program and hopes to perpetuate the BSA Team in the future with his own architectural license. Along with supporting the design team throughout the life of projects, Brian is the BSA Office Director, who is responsible for organizing various social events for the business.
Ken Carbonari
Ken Carbonari is a graduate of the University of Houston.
Stephen Rodriguez
Stephen Rodriguez is a graduate of the University of Houston in 2002.
Betty Sanders
Betty Sanders is the financial and techical director for BSA-Architects.