Multifamily Portfolio
Multifamily and High-Rise Architect | Buffalo, Pittsburgh, and Nationally
Below you will find a selection of our multifamily work, including high-rise residential towers and infill multifamily projects.
David Stumpf Architecture works with real estate developers pursuing multifamily, mixed-use, and high-rise projects in Buffalo, New York, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and nationally. David Stumpf, AIA brings direct high-rise design experience to every multifamily project, including work on the 22-story NOVEL Turtle Creek luxury residential tower in Dallas, developed by Crescent Communities. David personally leads every project from feasibility through construction administration.
Browse the portfolio below, or scroll further down this page for answers to common questions about working with a multifamily architect.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions about working with a multifamily or high-rise architect? We are happy to talk through your project. Reach out below to start the conversation.
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A multifamily architect designs residential buildings with multiple units, ranging from infill multifamily projects to large-scale high-rise towers, with the goal of maximizing ROI for investors while creating the most beautiful and functional tenant experience possible. This includes site and zoning evaluation, unit mix and density planning, schematic design, construction documentation, coordination with structural and MEP engineers, and construction administration to verify the design is built as intended.
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Yes. Before committing to full design services, David Stumpf Architecture can evaluate a site for zoning constraints, unit count potential, and key construction cost drivers. This feasibility work helps developers understand the viability of a site before moving forward with full architectural services.
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David Stumpf Architecture takes on multifamily projects ranging from smaller infill developments to large-scale high-rise towers. David's direct experience includes design work on a 20-story luxury residential tower in Dallas, as well as feasibility work on mid-rise 14-story towers and large 300-unit apartment complexes, giving him the technical background to handle complex, large-scale multifamily and mixed-use projects.
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Architectural fees typically range between 6 and 10 percent of construction cost. This fee includes consultant engineering costs such as MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) and structural engineering, so developers are not left to find and hire separate consultants on their own. The specific fee depends on project scope, unit count, density, complexity, and the required level of detail. Contact David Stumpf Architecture directly to discuss fees for your specific project.
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Yes. David Stumpf is licensed in New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas, and holds NCARB certification, allowing for efficient reciprocal licensure in additional states. David Stumpf Architecture works with developers nationally in addition to its core markets of Buffalo and Pittsburgh, with digital meeting technology and 3D modeling used to run design meetings remotely when needed.

