BURGIN LAMBERT
ARCHITECTS
FIRM
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.
WILLIAM BURGIN
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
ROBERT H. LAMBERT JR.
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
AWARDS
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
150 Bellevue Avenue, Newport R.I. 02840 P. 401-847-3339
