Hunsinger received her Bachelor of Applied Science in Architecture degree from SUNY University at Buffalo in 1999 and has been with CPL ever since. As an Associate Principal she spearheads business development for the K-12 practice, collaborating with school administrators and internal teams throughout Western New York. She is deeply committed to ensuring students, families and entire communities are well-prepared for the future with adaptable, hands-on learning environments that offer strong foundations for academic and career success. 
 

Hunsinger looks forward to opportunity to serve on the AIA Rochester Board of Directors, collaborating with members to promote architecture throughout the Greater Rochester community.

Liz is a project architect at SWBR and graduate of Alfred State. Her area of focus is housing, with a special passion for designing spaces for seniors to age with dignity.  Some of her proudest achievements include AIA Rochester Emerging Architect of the Year (2023), RBJ Excellence in Construction and Real Estate Rising Star (2021), and WELL AP certification. Liz has also been a part of the ACE Mentor Program for over 10 years. She has enjoyed guiding the next generation of architectural professionals through mentoring, and currently serves on their Board as Events Director.

If elected, her hope is to foster more engagement between young professionals and established architects, and to explore even more ways for the AIA to positively impact our community.

A.J. received his Bachelors of Architecture degree at SUNY Alfred State, where he combined Alfred’s strong technical degree with a concentration in Sustainability, which allowed him to explore emerging sustainable concepts in the design and construction industry. After graduating in 2022, A.J. joined Popli Design Group where he is gaining experience in a wide variety of projects, including K-12, higher education, aviation, parks, and public housing.

As a former college athlete and avid outdoorsman, A.J. values family, community, nature, and activity. As a designer and professional, his goal is to use his thoughtful design and genuine interaction with others to create better lives and communities. A.J. is humbled by this opportunity to serve on the AIA Board of Directors and is excited to forge strong connections in the Rochester architecture community.

Ben Deuel, Assoc. AIA is a Sr. Project Manager at CPL, where he started his professional career after earning his Masters in Architecture in 2011 from Wentworth Institute of Technology.  Ben returned to Rochester after studying in Boston, including a brief three month stint in Berlin Germany.  He has built his professional experience working in the Healthcare, Community and Industrial markets, and has contributed to many of CPL’s high profile projects.  Ben works to integrate cutting edge technology into the design process, and approach projects from a wholistic perspective, finding the appropriate balance of design, schedule, and budget to meet the needs of the client.  Ben’s drive is to see Rochester reach the height of its architectural potential.  Outside of work he enjoys all things outdoors and adding to his vinyl collection.  Ben has served previously as the AIA Rochester Associate Director, and currently serves on the Board for The Center for Advancing Leadership and Design.

Sara received her Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from SUNY College of Technology at Alfred and joined Dwyer Architectural as a Project Architect in 2019 focusing on Healthcare.  She joined the Dwyer Team with 20+ years of professional experience including project planning and management. She brings a wide range of design experience to all projects and is dedicated to the clients’ needs, meeting code and contractual requirements while integrating modern design trends to attract patients and maintain staff retention. She has a lot of hometown pride in both growing up here and settling back here after college.  Helping her community through design and architecture continues to be something Sara is passionate about.  In addition to her profession, Sara is an avid reader, history enthusiast and animal lover.  Sara’s enthusiasm, strong communication skills, eye for graphics and natural ability to lead will serve clients, the AIA and ultimately the community well.

Colin Thompson graduated Summa Cum Laude from SUNY Alfred State with a NAAB-accredited Bachelor of Architecture degree with a concentration in Urban Design and a dual minor in Construction Management and Business. Here, Colin served as the President of their chapters of the American Institute of Architecture Students and the Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society for Architecture and Allied Arts. Colin was selected as a recipient of the 2024 SUNY Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence and the AIA Medal for Academic Excellence. 

Colin's award winning experience in several design-build competitions has translated to his professional career as an architectural designer at CPL working on design-build projects. He has specialized in community, industrial, multi-family, and aviation project types. 

Adam received his NAAB-accredited Bachelors of Architecture degree from Alfred State in 2022 with a minor in business and an Associates degree in Interior Design. Before attending Alfred State, he had been working as a metal fabricator, a craft that honed his attention to detail and appreciation for materials.

However, the allure of intellectual challenges led him to pivot towards architecture, one that was rewarded with personal growth and recognition in competitions like the HOME competition in 2020 and Designers Unleashed in 2024.

He began building his career at HUNT-EAS in 2023 with a focus in K-12 projects. He seeks to be genuine and approachable, hoping to inspire others through the earnestness and kindness of his work.

Steinbacher is a Project Manager with Labella Associates where she has worked for almost 10 years. Her background includes work for a variety of clients including municipal, K-12, Higher Education, Utilities companies and commercial developers. Her attention to detail has helped her manage both large complex projects as well as small intricate renovations and studies. Steinbacher is currently working towards her architectural license and has almost completed it. While not working she enjoys golfing and spending time with family. Steinbacher also has a very spunky 5-year-old that also keeps her very busy most of the time.

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Doyle began her architecture career at the Boston Architectural College where she received a Bachelor of Design Studies and followed that closely with a Master of Architecture degree from Penn State University. She has been working in the industry for the past 14 years, primarily in the twin tiers of PA and NY. She obtained her architectural license first in PA and then NY not long after. Since then, Doyle has served on the PA Emerging Professionals Committee as the NCARB Licensing Advisor aiming to help emerging professionals navigate the licensure process. She was also a Board Member, and later Secretary, of her local AIA chapter board. Doyle is now with Dwyer Architectural, and is eager to get more involved in her new home.  She hopes to extend the good work of the current Director and wishes to help with growth in our established community.

Michael is the Vice President of Building Design Services at Popli Design Group, with over 25 years of experience. Over the course of his career he has worked on various project types throughout NY and the East Coast, including K12, Higher Education, Municipalities, Aviation, and Healthcare. His career path and the skills gained along the way has provided Michael with the opportunity to lead a multi-discipline design department. Michael is actively engaged in supporting students interested in Architecture, through mentorship, shadowing, and internship opportunities. Outside of work Michael is actively restoring his 175 year old Italianate home and barns.

I am an architectural designer at Rozzi Architects who is actively pursuing licensure while working on project types ranging from healthcare to industrial. I recently graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Alfred State B.Arch program with the support of two AIA Rochester Scholarships, the Myron Starks Memorial Scholarship, and the Thomas Wurzer Memorial Scholarship. During my time at Alfred State, I fully embraced the architecture community through my role as AIAS Chapter President and participation on the award-winning Alfred State Design-Build Team. This past spring, I was honored to receive the highest honor available to SUNY students, the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence. I look forward to contributing to the professional community of Rochester through the ACE Mentorship Program, the RETAIN Program, and active involvement with AIA Rochester. Outside of work, I enjoy rowing with the Genesee Rowing Club, golfing, and training for marathons.

During my time as an architecture student, I felt the full support of the architecture community of Rochester. Now I believe it is my time to give back to this community. As a past AIAS Chapter President, I will bring my knowledge of organization and communication to the role of Director of Communications. Encouraging my fellow students to attend professional development events has prepared me well to take on the challenge of informing my professional peers about the importance of being an active member of the architecture community.

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Anthony J. Adiutori is a partner in the Commercial Real Estate Practice Group. Tony focuses his practice on real estate financing, corporate financing, automobile financing, agricultural lending, sales and acquisitions, commercial real estate sales and acquisitions, leasing, zoning, land use, municipal law and public authorities law. He represents numerous lenders, developers and corporations in such areas as commercial lending, borrowing, real estate development, and leasing.

Jay is a Partner at Dwyer Architectural, based in the Rochester office. A graduate of University of Buffalo and SUNY Alfred, Jay brings enthusiasm and over 25 years of professional experience to the healthcare, medical university, and higher education markets. He is a strong leader who commits himself to clients and encourages young professionals. He is focused on the betterment of his local community, possesses a reliable attention to detail, and always conducts himself in an unselfish manner in both professional and social situations. In addition to being a fun and loving family man, Jay serves in leadership roles for the Rochester AIA, GVRAHE, CSI, and the NYS Healthcare Facilities Conference. In 2023, Jay served as the President of the AIA Rochester chapter, and he currently serves as the chapter’s New York State Representative.

Linda graduated from RIT with a Business Administration degree in 1982.  She was the Executive Director of AIA Rochester from July 1996 – January 2024, but semi-retired in January of 2025.  She continues to provide support for the AIA Rochester Chapter as well as handles administrative support for both the AIA Buffalo/WNY Chapter and the AIA Southern NY Chapter.  Prior to that she owned her own consulting business.  She resides in West Henrietta with her husband Greg.

Committees:  Newsletter, Golf,  Membership (Directory)

Volunteer Activities:
Guiding Eyes for the Blind
American Cancer Society - Breast Cancer Awareness

Michelle Murnane is a registered architect, a LEED accredited professional, and NCARB certificate holder.  She has been an active member of the AIA her entire professional career.  She has held various roles on the Board of AIA Rochester, including President in 2013, and was instrumental in co-founding the Emerging Rochester Architects (ERA), which is AIA Rochester's young professionals' group.  Michelle was also an active member of AIA Columbus' Associates Committee, and co-chaired a program for high school students which was recognized by the National Associates Committee (NAC) in 2003.  Michelle received AIA Rochester's Emerging Architect of the Year Award in 2010. 

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In addition to her service to the AIA, Michelle has over a decade of specialized experience in practicing healthcare architecture.  She served on the formation committee for the new Master of Architecture program at Rochester Institute of Technology and was active with the program as an Adjunct Assistant Professor and the IDP Education Coordinator with the program.  Michelle graduated cum laude from Kent State University with a Bachelor of Architecture degree.