• 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

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