Barba & Wheelock Architecture

At Barba + Wheelock Architects, we believe that the fabric of the past is an integral part of the future. Our architectural firm is dedicated to preserving the best of New England's heritage while providing integral building solutions for the future. With a commitment to sustainability and regional materials, we approach each project with a unique blend of traditional craftsmanship and innovative design.

Our Approach

We pride ourselves on taking a fresh approach to each design challenge. With over 40 years of combined experience, our team of professionals has honed their skills in a wide range of architectural and planning services, including master planning and preservation planning, site feasibility and programming, rehabilitation and additions, new construction, and historic restoration design. Our team is comprised of highly qualified and passionate individuals, including principal architects Nancy Barba and Cynthia Wheelock, Senior Architect Timothy Morrison, Director of Preservation Liz Reynolds, and Bookkeeper Jo Ellen Saleeby Bryant.

Service Offerings

Our comprehensive range of services includes:

• Master planning and preservation planning
• Site feasibility and programming
• Rehabilitation and additions
• New construction
• Historic restoration design

Representative Clients

We have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients, including:

• Portland Museum of Art
• Bowdoin College
• The University of Maine
• Maine Historical Society
• The National Park Service
• Maine Coast Waldorf School
• Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Governor Baxter School for the Deaf)
• Many towns, churches, libraries, municipalities, and private residential clients throughout the Northeast

Awards and Recognition

We are proud to have received over 16 awards, with a focus on preservation and historic preservation projects. Our commitment to design excellence and attention to our clients' needs has earned us recognition in the industry.

Sustainability and Community Focus

At Barba + Wheelock Architects, we take a holistic approach to design, considering the social, environmental, and cultural contexts in which our projects are situated. We strive to create buildings and spaces that not only meet the needs of their occupants but also contribute to the betterment of the surrounding community. Our mission-driven philosophy prioritizes designing buildings and places that have the ability to affect social change.

Certifications and Accolades

Barba + Wheelock Architects is a certified Women-Owned Disadvantaged Business Enterprise in Maine. We take pride in our commitment to sustainability and community-focused design, and we are dedicated to creating projects that have a lasting impact on the communities we serve.