About Us
We have specialized in designing school building projects for over 50 years, and have built a reputation for designing well planned schools that place an emphasis on elegant design, curriculum driven plans, durable construction, and energy efficiency. Our client-centered approach results in schools that inspire the educational engagement of the community, while also respecting the community’s taxpayers.
Our Team
Paul Marinace, RA
Paul has been with MA for over 30 years, designing and managing projects of all sizes, and is committed to producing projects that foster empowered and engaged learners. His experience both with construction and the classroom enables Paul to understand the technical requirements of a building combined with innovative solutions to create an atmosphere that is efficient, functional, secure and ultimately, inspiring.
His exceptional attention to detail and diligence throughout every stage of a project, from code compliance and budgeting to design and construction administration, have helped build and sustain the firm’s valued reputation for client satisfaction.
Paul holds both a Masters and a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He lives in Belmont with his family, and when not in the office, can be found restoring and renovating his antique home, making maple syrup, or climbing in the White Mountains.
Margaret Marinace Tomas, RA LEED GA
Margaret joined MA in 1999 and applies her knowledge across multiple specialties including building design, landscaping, interior design and specifications. She believes that great design includes listening to clients, embracing innovation, and exploring alternatives, and that a successful project actively engages both students and teachers to inspire life-long learning.
Margaret serves on the board of directors for the Granite YMCA and is a long-time supporter and volunteer at the Concord Y. She has also served as a member of the City of Concord Architectural Design Review Committee.
Margaret earned a Master of Architecture from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from Middlebury College. She and her family own a farm in Dunbarton, where she can be found gardening, haying, tending to pets and livestock, or tackling new building projects around the farm.
Frank P. Marinace, RA
Frank founded Frank P. Marinace/Architect in 1974 and the firm has specialized in designing school buildings ever since. He served as a member of the NH Council of Educational Facility Planners and the NH School Boards Association, Council of School Architects. Frank served on the NH Dept of Education committee that re-wrote the Manual for Planning and Construction of School Buildings in 2006.
Frank is among the most experienced educational designers in New England and is honored to have made a lasting impact on so many of New Hampshire’s schools.
Frank is enjoying a well-earned retirement and spends his days boating, fishing, golfing, and gardening with his wife, children, and grandchildren.