Frank Shirley Architects

We embrace the future, while honoring the past.

Firm Profile
Frank Shirley Architects offers clients decades of experience in high-end residential architecture. Our work has appeared in books, in newspapers, and on television.

Our success has come because we listen to our clients, work with them collaboratively, and commit to excellence in the realization of their desires. We know that beauty in architecture springs from an imaginative spirit, dedication to craft, and attention to detail and can only be realized through exceptional project management. This understanding results in elegant designs, sound structures, and satisfied clients.

Biography of the Principal
Educated at the University of Cincinnati (B.Arch. 1989), Frank Shirley started his career as a designer at Moshe Safdie & Associates, working on large-scale civic and institutional projects. As the project manager at Design Associates Inc., Frank led the restoration of the Corbin-Norton residence, which received the Boston Society of Architects' award for "Excellence in Architecture." He was also the project architect for homes featured on the PBS television series, This Old House. Frank's recent work at FSA includes residences on Martha's Vineyard, Beacon Hill, and coastal New England. Frank Shirley Architects received a 2008 Best of Boston-Home award in the category of historic renovations.

In addition to directing his own architectural firm, Frank serves as the Boston Society of Architects' appointed member to the Cambridge Historical Commission. He serves as Co-Chairman of the Boston Society of Architects' Residential Design Committee.

Frank is a recognized architectural photographer, receiving several awards, including first place in the American Institute of Architects National Photo Contest of 1997. His work served as the cover of the American Institute of Architects 2005 calendar.

Explore Frank Shirley's new book,
New Rooms for Old Houses: Beautiful Additions for the Traditional Home.
Click here


We embrace the future, while honoring the past. *Firm Profile* Frank Shirley Architects offers clients decades of experience in high-end residential architecture. Our work has appeared in books, in newspapers, and on television. Our success has come because we listen to our clients, work with them collaboratively, and commit to excellence in the realization of their desires. We know that beauty in architecture springs from an imaginative spirit, dedication to craft, and attention to detail and can only be realized through exceptional project management. This understanding results in elegant designs, sound structures, and satisfied clients. *Biography of the Principal* Educated at the University of Cincinnati (B.Arch. 1989), Frank Shirley started his career as a designer at Moshe Safdie & Associates, working on large-scale civic and institutional projects. As the project manager at Design Associates Inc., Frank led the restoration of the Corbin-Norton residence, which received the Boston Society of Architects' award for "Excellence in Architecture." He was also the project architect for homes featured on the PBS television series, This Old House. Frank's recent work at FSA includes residences on Martha's Vineyard, Beacon Hill, and coastal New England. Frank Shirley Architects received a 2008 Best of Boston-Home award in the category of historic renovations. In addition to directing his own architectural firm, Frank serves as the Boston Society of Architects' appointed member to the Cambridge Historical Commission. He serves as Co-Chairman of the Boston Society of Architects' Residential Design Committee. Frank is a recognized architectural photographer, receiving several awards, including first place in the American Institute of Architects National Photo Contest of 1997. His work served as the cover of the American Institute of Architects 2005 calendar. Explore Frank Shirley's new book, New Rooms for Old Houses: Beautiful Additions for the Traditional Home. Click here
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