Burgin Lambert Architects specializes in regional, creative architecture that is site specific and responsive to our clients’ programmatic requirements. The firm designs structures that fit harmoniously into their natural and built environs for coastal, rural and urban contexts. We have extensive coastal experience achieving design excellence in both commercial and residential waterfront projects.

We custom design and restore residences of all sizes, multi-family dwellings, offices, shopping centers, municipal buildings, and beach facilities. Although residential projects may range in size from affordable 900 square feet to some as large as 10,000 square feet, their gracious details are combined with clever functionality to maximize and incorporate the distinctive features of each structure and construction site.

Our firm has received numerous citations for design excellence from such professional organizations as: the American Institution of Architects, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the National Association of Home Builders, the National Association of General Contractors, and many local and national publications. These honors were earned by listening to the clients' needs, understanding the nuances of the program and site, and an unusual dedication to artistic creativity and the practical constraints of the projects.

The two principals in the firm, William L. Burgin and Robert H. Lambert, Jr. actively work on every project in the office, creating continuous clear communication between clients and the firm.

Principal

Mr. Burgin began his architectural apprenticeship in 1967 as an undergraduate at Franconia College, New Hampshire where he was involved in design and construction of many buildings including a new dormitory for the college. This early apprenticeship led to other design and construction projects in the Franconia area until transferring to the Rhode Island School of Design in 1969. There in addition to his studies he continued his design/build activities, completing many projects in the Rhode Island and New Hampshire areas. His first-hand construction background enables a working relationship with contractors and craftsmen that is understanding, yet exacting. Following graduation from the Rhode Island School of Design and employment with architectural firms in Rhode Island, he started his own practice, in 1975 which has evolved into the firm of Burgin Lambert Architects, Inc.

EDUCATION

Rhode Island School of Design

Bachelor of Architecture 1973

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION

Registered Architect, States of

Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Florida, and Maine

Member AIA

Member NCARB

COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIPS

Board of Directors, Jamestown Historical Society

Board of Directors, Island Moving Company

Board of Governors, National Tennis Club

Board of Directors, Providence Childrens Museum

Principal

Mr. Lambert’s architectural work experience includes employment in diverse firms throughout New York and Rhode Island before working with Bill Burgin beginning in 1994. Rob’s architectural experience includes projects in Healthcare, Universities, Restaurants, Hotels, Retirement Communities, Office Buildings, Yacht Clubs and Custom Homes.

Mr. Lambert has worked on all phases of design and construction. His meticulous attention to detail, as well as his extraordinary breadth of knowledge is invaluable. At Burgin Lambert Architects he has served as the project architect for several large and intricate residences, the Roger Wheeler Beach Facility in Narragansett, the new Beach Facility at Misquamicut Beach in Westerly, the Newport Marine Terminal, the Sakonnet Point Club and the Watch Hill Yacht Club.

EDUCATION

Montana State University

BA Architecture 1984

Masters of Architecture 1984

FEMA Costal Construction 2000

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION

Member AIA

Member, NCARB

Registered Architect, State of Rhode Island

Registered Architect, State of Massachusetts

Registered Architect, State of New York

Registered Architect, State of New Jersey

FEMA Building Safety Evaluator

COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIPS

Chairman, Jamestown Planning Board

Board of Directors, Jamestown Yacht Club

Jamestown Rhode Island Rotary Club

Sail Newport

CITATIONS FOR ARCHITECTURAL EXCELLENCE

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS,

RHODE ISLAND

MERIT AWARD

Jamestown Bungalow

Jamestown. Rhode Island

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS,

RHODE ISLAND

MERIT AWARD

St. Columbas Parish Hall

Middletown, Rhode Island

BUILDER MAGAZINE, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF

HOMEBUILDERS BUILDER’S, GRAND AWARD

Misquamicut State Beach

Westerly, Rhode Island

NATIONAL TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION

PRESERVATION HONOR AWARD

Old Providence Journal Building

Providence, Rhode Island

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS

CITATION ARCHITECTURE FOR JUSTICE

Jamestown Police Station

Jamestown, Rhode Island

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS,

RHODE ISLAND

HONOR AWARD

Restoration and Renovation to Easton's Beach

Newport. Rhode Island

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS,

RHODE ISLAND

SPECIAL CITATION FOR CARE

Old Providence Journal Building

Providence, Rhode Island

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS,

RHODE ISLAND

HONOR AWARD

"Seabright" Residence, Brenton Road

Newport, Rhode Island

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS,

RHODE ISLAND

HONOR AWARD

Jamestown Police Station

Jamestown, Rhode Island

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS,

RHODE ISLAND

HONOR AWARD

Roger Wheeler State Beach

Narragansett, Rhode Island

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS,

RHODE ISLAND

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS

Renovations to Easton’s Beach, Newport, Rhode Island

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS,

RHODE ISLAND

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS

"Liberty Call", Charlestown, Rhode Island

CITY OF NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND, MAYOR’S AWARD

BEST BUILDING IN AN HISTORIC DISTRICT

Dental Office Building

Newport, Rhode Island

CITY OF NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND, MAYOR’S AWARD

BEST NEW BUILDING IN AN HISTORIC DISTRICT

"Seabright" Residence

Brenton Road

CITY OF NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND, MAYOR’S AWARD

BEST BUILDING IN AN HISTORIC DISTRICT

Office and Storefront Building

Bellevue Avenue

RHODE ISLAND HOUSING AND FINANCE CORPORATION

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD – AFFORDABLE HOUSING

DESIGN COMPETITION

Multi-Family Housing Design

Providence, Rhode Island

RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY MAGAZINE

DESIGN AWARDS 1995

GOLD

Dunley-Leonard Residence

Charlestown, Rhode Island

RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY MAGAZINE

DESIGN AWARDS 1997

GOLD

"Black Point"

Portsmouth, Rhode Island

RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY MAGAZINE

DESIGN AWARDS 1997

SILVER

Roger Wheeler State Beach

Narragansett, Rhode Island

RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY MAGAZINE

DESIGN AWARDS 1997

BRONZE

"Liberty Call"

Charlestown, Rhode Island

BUILDER MAGAZINE, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF

HOMEBUILDERS BUILDER’S CHOICE,

"Seabright"

Newport, Rhode Island

BUILDER MAGAZINE, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF

HOMEBUILDERS, BUILDER’S CHOICE,

"Black Point"

Portsmouth, Rhode Island

CUSTOM HOME MAGAZINE

CUSTOM HOME DESIGN MERIT AWARD

"Black Point"

Portsmouth, Rhode Island

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS

NEW ENGLAND

"Black Point"

Portsmouth, Rhode Island

FINE HOMEBUILDING MAGAZINE

ANNUAL HOUSES ISSUE

Jamestown House

Jamestown, Rhode Island