Our Mission

Rick Alfandre, AIA, LEED AP BD+C is a prolific architect who, over the past 25 years, has designed and built more than 250 projects ranging from multi-million dollar hotels and resorts to solar residences. The founder and President of Alfandre Architecture, he is expert in the design of maximally energy-efficient, climactically responsive buildings that are solar-ready, and include state of the art construction systems to maximize the health and well-being of their occupants. He launched EcoBuilders Inc. in 2009 to provide full design and build services to his clients. EcoBuilders completed projects include office buildings, resort and hospitality facilities, high performance residences and historic restoration projects.

VIRGINIA TECH
Master of Architecture, 1987

SUNY NEW PALTZ
Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication, 1980

OFFICE LOCATION
LEED Platinum, Net Zero Energy, Office Building
Main Street, New Paltz, New York

Ryan J. DeSalvatore joined the Alfandre Architecture team in the summer of 2022 as a Senior Project Manager. Ryan brings with him an extensive construction and design background, as well as an entrepreneurial spirit.

Ryan has been operating his own business since 2006, focusing on high-end residential buildings and remodeling. He designed, managed, and built all of the company’s projects, providing his clients with a full-service, one-stop-shop experience.

Ryan was a Professor of Architecture at Hudson Valley Community College from 2014 to 2019.

VIRGINIA TECH
Master of Architecture, 2010

HOBART COLLEGE
Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies, 2008

HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate’s Degree in Architecture, 2006

Sam Dillehay joined Alfandre Architecture in 2007 as a project manager, and has been responsible for managing all phases of projects, from pre-design through construction administration. Sam has been chiefly responsible for the exploration and implementation of new technologies within the office, including incorporating Building Information Modeling into the office workflow, and using 3D models for comprehensive daylight and shadow analysis. Sam has now taken on a consulting role with Alfandre Architecture.

VIRGINIA TECH
Master of Architecture, 2006

Robyn joined Alfandre Architecture in January of 2020. Before completing her architectural studies, Robyn designed many local projects including multiple additions, complete-home renovations as well as two new-home builds. Her involvement and joy in these projects led her to pursue a formal degree in Architecture. Naturally curious and with an artistic eye, Robyn brings over 20 years of experience in interior and spatial design. As a part of the Alfandre Team, she is currently working on multiple residential and local municipal projects while continuing to pursue licensure.

Robyn has received her Bachelor of Science in Art Education from SUNY New Paltz and an Associate in Applied Science and Architectural Technology from Dutchess Community College.

Sean joined Alfandre Architecture in the summer of 2020 as a Project Manager. He is a skilled carpenter and woodworker with over a decade of experience in residential construction. In addition to his work as a carpenter, Sean has years of experience as a furniture designer-builder and shop manager. His fascination with architecture and design lead Sean to go back to school to study architecture, fulfilling a lifelong ambition to become a design professional.

He is currently working toward a certificate in sustainable building and design from the Yestermorrow Design Build school in Waitsfield Vermont. He is passionate about working to preserve the rich architectural and ecological character of the Hudson Valley and beyond.

Sean has received a Certificate in Sustainable Building and Design and an Associate in Applied Science, Architectural Technology from Dutchess Community College.

Linda is the head of business development at Alfandre Architecture. She provides marketing; branding; media planning and buying; advertising and graphic design, illustration and photography; website development and digital marketing. Her essential skill is deep listening to client needs and enabling those visions to be turned into beautiful and sustainable projects. With Linda, buildings and client relationships are built to last.

Linda owns Ad Essentials, a full-service advertising and marketing firm located in New Paltz for over 26 years. She began her career in advertising and marketing at DDB Needham Worldwide.

She currently maintains a position on the board for Local at Heart, a non-profit organization that fundraises to build infrastructure and support for community food pantries, and is a board member for the New Paltz Community Foundation.

Linda earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from SUNY New Paltz with graduate courses in typography and graphic design at the School of Visual Arts.

Rhonda is the dedicated and highly motivated Office Manager at Alfandre Architecture. Having worked in the solar manufacturing industry, she brings a set of beneficial skills and extensive experience to Alfandre Architecture.

Rhonda handles the financial management, human resources, and purchasing responsibilities, keeping the firm in order. Rhonda successfully manages her very busy position while always putting client’s needs at the forefront.

Rhonda studied Business Administration at Marist College in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.