Thriven Design

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Thriven Design was founded on the deep-rooted belief that design changes the way people live, work, and interact with their built environment for the better. Since 1971, we have been a pioneer in socially responsible and environmentally conscious work. We continue to maintain a reputation for impactful design, recognizing that each project becomes someone’s home, haven, place of work, learning, or support. Thriven Design provides a collaborative client experience built on communication, respect and appreciation for what is possible when four integrated disciplines - architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design - work together.

Today we are happy to announce that Building, Design and Construction has ranked Thriven Design #69 on its annual list ...
10/21/2026

Today we are happy to announce that Building, Design and Construction has ranked Thriven Design #69 on its annual list of multifamily architecture firms, placing it in the top third of multifamily firms nationwide.

Thriven Design has been recognized for excellence in multifamily housing since its founding in 1971, garnering more than 4 dozen awards for innovative and insightful design for individuals, families, veterans, seniors, students, and those with supportive needs.

To date, it has contributed more than 60,000 units to communities across the country, and has supported many of its residential projects with planning, MEP/FP engineering, and interior design provided by its own in-house integrated teams.

Currently it has more than 8,000 units in design or construction, and is supporting a half-dozen housing authorities with on-call preservation work, ensuring not only that new housing is added to cities and towns, but also ensuring that existing housing stock remains accessible and available for renters in need.

To learn more about Thriven’s 55-year history in multifamily housing, visit https://ow.ly/IM9Q50ZZG7O.

The Giants 400 Report, now in its 50th edition, ranks the nation's largest AEC firms based on gross revenue across 25 building sectors and specialty categories and six AEC disciplines. Browse the full rankings at: https://ow.ly/RNNC50ZZG7M

Thriven Design in honored to have ranked #24 nationally among senior living architecture and engineering firms in Build...
10/21/2026

Thriven Design in honored to have ranked #24 nationally among senior living architecture and engineering firms in Building Design+Construction’s Giants 400.

Thriven Design has been a national leader in the design of affordable, senior, multifamily housing for 55 years, and has completed residential projects in 25 states. Currently it has more than 8,000 units in design or construction, contributing essential housing for seniors, families, and those with supportive needs.

Thriven Design prides itself on designing living environments that enable older adults to age in place with dignity and within close proximity to family, friends, and healthcare providers. Thriven’s work serving older adults has been honored with numerous design and community development awards, including Project of the Year designations by the Supportive Housing Association of New Jersey; Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Housing and Economic Development; and Outstanding Project: Healthy Homes and Communities Awards conferred by The Housing and Community Development Network of New Jersey. To learn more about Thriven Design’s multifamily senior portfolio, visit: https://ow.ly/WsPh50ZZFXi.

The Giants 400 Report, now in its 50th edition, ranks the nation's largest AEC firms based on gross revenue across 25 building sectors and specialty categories and six AEC disciplines. Browse the full rankings at: https://ow.ly/AJMA50ZZFXh

Congratulations to Diocesan Housing Services Corporation (DHSC) and project partners on the selection of The Mews at St....
10/02/2026

Congratulations to Diocesan Housing Services Corporation (DHSC) and project partners on the selection of The Mews at St. Mary as an Excellence in Housing Development Award winner at this year's Governor's Conference. The Excellence in Housing Development Award recognizes an exceptional project that provides high-quality, affordable housing to meet the diverse needs of residents. Thriven Design is honored to have provided architecture, engineering, and interior design for The Mews at St. Mary, a 75-unit residence for older adults constructed on the campus of Our Lady of Peace parish in Williamstown, NJ.
Read more at: https://ow.ly/vstf50ZU37u

Thriven Design Senior Associate and Director of Planning Claudia Bitran, AICP, PP, will be attending the 24th annual Sma...
10/01/2026

Thriven Design Senior Associate and Director of Planning Claudia Bitran, AICP, PP, will be attending the 24th annual Smart Growth Awards next Wednesday, October 7, at the Newark Museum of Art. If you’ll be at this statewide celebration of planning and sustainable community design, please stop and say hello.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from Thriven Design. As we continue to celebrate the history and contributions of Hispanic...
09/25/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from Thriven Design. As we continue to celebrate the history and contributions of Hispanic culture this September and October, we remember these inspiring words of Luis Barragán that capture the essence of what of a home can truly be.

Thriven Design is looking forward to the 30th annual Governor’s Conference on Housing and Economic Development next Tues...
09/25/2026

Thriven Design is looking forward to the 30th annual Governor’s Conference on Housing and Economic Development next Tuesday and Wednesday at Harrah's in Atlantic City. Thriven Design is a proud networking reception sponsor for the event, and is looking forward to discussing the future of New Jersey multifamily residential with our industry peers. If you’ll be at the Governor’s Conference, be sure to connect with Managing Principal Matt Bartner; Principal Mary Johannesen; Principal and Director of Interior Design Claire Van Haren; Principal Chris Panella; Principal Al DeLuca; and Senior Associate and Director of Planning Claudia Bitran. Hope to see you there!

Next Wednesday, Sept. 23, Thriven Design Managing Principal Matthew Bartner, AIA LEED AP,and Principal Mary Johannesen,...
09/16/2026

Next Wednesday, Sept. 23, Thriven Design Managing Principal Matthew Bartner, AIA LEED AP,and Principal Mary Johannesen, AIA, LEED AP, will be attending the 5th Annual Monarch Housing Conference in East Brunswick, NJ. Together with representatives who support all aspects of affordable housing development in New Jersey, they’ll discuss Housing as a Human Right: Access, Stability, & Production.

Thriven Design is a proud sponsor of the 2026 Monarch Housing Conference, and has been committed to designing sustainable, secure, accessible housing for individuals, families, seniors, and those with supportive needs for 55 years. If you’ll be attending the Monarch conference next week, be sure to connect with Mary and Matt.

Thriven Design Principals Mary M. Johannessen, AIA, LEED AP, and Christopher J. Panella, Assoc. AIA, are looking forward...
09/14/2026

Thriven Design Principals Mary M. Johannessen, AIA, LEED AP, and Christopher J. Panella, Assoc. AIA, are looking forward to the 2026 Upstate New York Affordable Housing Conference, hosted by the New York State Association for Affordable Housing. From the kickoff tour of affordable housing developments, preservation projects, and new construction throughout the Capital Region, to the full day deep-dive into New York State housing design and development, our team is excited to join with our industry colleagues to shape an “Upstate Blueprint.” If you’ll also be in Albany, NY, this week, be sure to schedule time to connect with Thriven Design!

Please join us in congratulating Thriven Design Associate Marissa Berwick, AIA, NCARB, as she celebrates 10 years with T...
09/08/2026

Please join us in congratulating Thriven Design Associate Marissa Berwick, AIA, NCARB, as she celebrates 10 years with Thriven Design. Marissa has had a tremendous impact on our firm since arriving as part of the Drexel 2+4 program. Marissa manages projects and provides mentorship on our multifamily housing team; she leads BIM training, and she has devoted enormous effort to our firm culture committees, chairing multiple committees and advancing licensing and growth opportunities for young architects. In addition, (in her free time!), Marissa is President-elect of AIA West Jersey and is an at-large Trustee for AIA New Jersey.

"Watching Marissa step up as such a strong project architect and manager has been a highlight of the past decade. She represents Thriven at the highest level, working tirelessly with clients and contractors to keep every project moving smoothly through all phases. I can't wait to see her continued growth and look forward to working alongside her for many more years,” said Principal Al Deluca, AIA, LEED AP.

"Beyond all that she brings to the firm as a practicing architect, Marissa is also a champion for the architecture profession as a whole,” said Thriven Design Managing Principal Matthew Bartner, AIA LEED AP. “Her advocacy, both internally and externally, for early career professionals has been incredibly valuable to us as we build our next generations of project and firm leaders, and I'm looking forward to the next 10 years working with her to grow the firm. Congrats Marissa on an impactful decade with Thriven Design!”

Cheers, Marissa! All of us at Thriven Design can’t wait to see what you accomplish in the years ahead!

Happy Labor Day from Thriven Design. Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance. Enjoy the long ho...
09/04/2026

Happy Labor Day from Thriven Design. Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance. Enjoy the long holiday weekend.

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