A B O U T U S
Bandera Architecture is a full service award winning design firm. The office's practice is based on the Southeastern coast of North Carolina in the historic city of Southport .
Richard (Rich) Bandera received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from the Boston Architectural Center in 1987 and has been a practicing architect for over thirty four years and, since 1996, has been the principal of Bandera Architecture, and licensed to practice in North Carolina . The firm also aspires to make many of its projects as environmentally friendly as possible and is designated by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) as LEED AP Accredited.
Richard (Rich) Bandera received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from the Boston Architectural Center in 1987 and has been a practicing architect for over thirty four years and, since 1996, has been the principal of Bandera Architecture, and licensed to practice in North Carolina . The firm also aspires to make many of its projects as environmentally friendly as possible and is designated by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) as LEED AP Accredited.
Our History |
Although much of the firm's work has been in the coastal area of the state, Mr. Bandera
received his architectural training in Boston’s diverse neighborhoods, where he previously practiced. This experience provided him with the sensitivity needed to make any home or building enhance its surroundings – be it a 21st century oceanfront residence or a historic townhouse on an 18th century cobblestone street. Our experience includes the preparation of design plans, specifications, and construction documents; analysis of building and zoning codes; and presentation to zoning, planning and historic commissions. His residential projects have ranged from waterfront residences to a 32,000 square foot 23-unit artist condominium complex. Commercial projects include kitchen showroom renovations, professional office buildings, and private club facilities. |
Awards and Recognitions |
2009-2015 Best Architect - Your Brunswick Market Place, People's Choice Awards
2009- 3rd Place Honor - NoPort Southport National Design Competition - Alternative use of space for international port 2006- Director's Citation for Collaborative Design - Boston Society of Architects - Given in recognition of the Clubhouse for Cape Fear Yacht Club 2000- American Institute of Architects -AIA New York/Boston Chapters Citation for Innovative Affordable Housing |
Press |
Parade of Homes - Renovation 2024 Diamond Award Winner - 2024 - Best Historic Home
Southport Magazine - February 2018 - New Construction; Historic Feel Southport Magazine - July 2016 - A Dream House Legacy Southport Magazine - October 2014 - Waterfront Phoenix Southport Magazine - June 2014 - The House with all the Angles Southport Magazine - April 2013 - What a Catch Southport Magazine - February 2013 - The Marsh Landing Southend News - December 2000 - Mod Modular (2-10 East Concord St) Jamaica Plain Gazette - October 1996 - New Housing Cheered (Armory Foundry Studios) |