DS design Architects is a full-service architectural firm established in 1990 that provides exceptional design services to residential, commercial, and retail clients. The firm has a staff of 12 that includes registered architects, interior designers, and LEED accredited professionals. DS design Architects is dedicated to exceeding client expectations by efficiently delivering high-quality design and construction documents. Recent project experience includes single-family homes, senior housing, mixed-use developments, and corporate offices.

1. D S design ARCHITECTS
DS design
architects
P O R T F O L I O
DS design ARCHITECTS | 54 Cedar Road | Marshfield, MA 02050 | tel: 781-929-7802

2. DS design ARCHITECTS - FIRM PROFILE
DS design Architects is a vibrant, full-service
architectural design firm that has provided
exceptional designs services to clients throughout
the United States since 1990.
With extensive experience in residential, workplace,
retail, and recreation sectors, DS design Architects
has successfully completed projects for a wide range
of clients. Projects include new buildings,
renovations, adaptive re-use work, prototype site
adaptations, and prototype development. On staff
LEED Accredited Professionals bring the sustainable
design and LEED certification experience to projects.
Client satisfaction is DS design Architects primary
focus. Our staff is dedicated to leading projects from
the beginning in the programming and design phases
through to the completion of construction.
Organized to efficiently meet demanding deadlines,
tight budgets and fast-track schedules and supported
by the latest technology, every effort is made to
exceed client’s expectations by delivering the highest
quality design, computer renderings, and
construction documents.
Providing design, construction documentation and
specifications, bidding assistance, contractor
selection, furniture and finish selections and
construction administration services, DS design
Architects looks forward to working with you.
DS design
architects
DS design ARCHITECTS | 54 Cedar Road | Marshfield, MA 02050 | tel: 781-929-7802

3. DS design ARCHITECTS - FACT SHEET
MISSION STATEMENT
Enhance client and staff relationships through an unwavering
commitment to deliver appropriate design, enduring solutions and
create exceptional service experiences.
AREA OF FOCUS
Residential
Workplace
Retail
Recreation
PRINCIPALS
David Stockless, President
ASSOCIATIONS
American Institute of Architects
Boston Society of Architects
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
STAFF COMPOSITION
Registered Architects: 1
Interior Designers: 1
Technical Staff: 3
LEED Accredited Professionals: 1
Marketing: 1
Administrative Support: 1
Financial: 1
STATE REGISTRATIONS
Massachusetts
DS design
architects
DS design ARCHITECTS | 54 Cedar Road | Marshfield, MA 02050 | tel: 781-929-7802

4. D A V I D P. S T O C K L E S S, AIA, LEED AP DS design
architects
"Architects need to work within a team
environment to best achieve a successful
project for a client."
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
David Stockless has over fifteen years while at BKA ArchItects
experience providing architectural services
to a variety of clients with a significant Shovel Shop Square
portion of these focused on residential Easton, MA
design projects.
Thorney Lea Golf Club
To mixed-use projects, Mr. Stockless
Brockton, MA
brings a knowledge of the New England
landscape. He is skilled at finding consensus
The Community Bank
among stakeholders regarding a project's
Brockton, MA
priorities and goals.
Mr. Stockless finds that a successful
project is based on gaining a thorough
understanding of a project's parameters,
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
guarding against overdesigning, focusing on while at Sheskey Architects
putting a building together within a budget,
and lastiy, relationships founded on mutual Greater Worcester YMCA
respect and trust. Boroughs Family Branch
Westborough, MA
EDUCATION
Village on the River
Wentworth Institute of
Technology Bachelor of Architecture Canton, MA
AFFILIATIONS Queset on the Pond
American Institute of Architects Easton, MA
Coast Guard Hill Building Kimball Towers
Commitee, Town of Marshfield Burlington, MA
Chairman
Marshfield Boys and Girls Club Bay Pointe Marina
Building Committee Redevelopment
Quincy, MA

5. THIRD SQUARE APARTMENTS — MIXED USE
Cambridge, Massachusetts
With the Architect of Record, Cetra/Ruddy, located in New York City, DS design Architects in
association with BKA provided construction administration services throughout the construction phase
of this mixed use retail and residential development. With 190 Condominiums and 290 Rental units and
a 530 parking garage on two levels under a one acre landscaped park, DS design Architects regularly
visited the site to identify and address construction issues quickly and efficiently.
2009 : DATE
$180,000,000 : COST
605,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
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272 Units per Acre : SITE DENSITY

6. THIRD SQUARE APARTMENTS - AMENITIES
Cambridge, Massachusetts
DS design Architects in association with BKA provided Architectural and Interior services for the
South Building amenities. DS design Architects worked together with Equity Residential to develop a
full program for all elements of the program. The program of spaces included a Club Room, Game
Room, Conference Center, Laundry Facilities, and a Kid’s Gym. The total square of the program was
5,000 on the ground level of the building.
2010 : DATE
$512,000 : COST
2,600S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects

7. THIRD SQUARE APARTMENTS - LEASING CENTER
Cambridge, Massachusetts
DS design Architects in association with BKA was contracted to provide Architectural and Interior
services for the relocation of the Leasing Center to the South Building. DS design Architects worked
together with Equity Residential to develop a full scope for all elements within the program. The pro-
gram of spaces included a Offices, Waiting Area, Reception Zone, Open Office space, Kitchen, Bath-
room, and Storage. The total square of the program was 4,000 on the ground level of the building.
2010 : DATE
$186,000 : COST
2,100 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects

8. 209 CENTRE STREET - MIXED USE
Abington, Massachusetts
In developing the design for this mixed use retail and housing development located on a Smart
Growth site adjacent to commuter train, DS design Architects recognized the needs of the
different users. Separate entrances for the residential and retail tenants were incorporated into
the plan. The four story building has five retail tenant spaces on the first floor and two levels of
apartments spanning the remaining floors. Underground parking is available for the residential
units.
2010 est. : DATE
$2,500,000 est. : COST
24,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects
10 Units per .75Acre : DENSITY

9. QUEST POND — SENIOR HOUSING
Easton, Massachusetts
This 99 unit Congregate Care facility was designed to meet the needs of the residents as well as
create the feeling of a being in a well-designed home. An important criteria the design of the facility
needed to meet was that it be able to expand as the needs of the tenants developed. To meet this
goal, the building was designed with four wings. Each wing has common areas in order to facilitate
social interaction between the residents.
2001 : DATE
$13,500,00.00 : COST
90,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
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909 S.F. per Unit : DENSITY

10. KIMBALL TOWERS — MULTI-FAMILY
Burlington, Massachusetts
The development of this new, 256 unit, high-end rental apartment complex was an expansion of an
existing residential development. This comprehensive project was developed within a constricted site
area that allowed access only from the Woburn side. The project is sited on the Burlington/Woburn
town line. The use of brick faced precast panels allowed the building to tie into the adjacent buildings
without the expense of traditional masonry costs. Each of the two, ten story buildings has 128 units.
To provide sufficient parking capacity to the residents, a five-story parking garage, located between the
buildings, provides 340 parking spaces. The size of the units range from 700 S.F. to 2,200 S.F. The
complex has concierge services available to the tenants, and the lobby’s were designed to foster the
feeling of being in a hotel.
2006 : DATE
$55,000,00.00 : COST
360,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects
102 Units per Acre : DENSITY

11. QUINCY CENTER — MIXED USE
Quincy, Massachusetts
While at Sheskey Architects, David Stockless was involved with many of the more recent developments
in Quincy Center. Along with the project team David provided overall coordination on Ten Faxon
Place, and assisted with construction administration on the Monroe Building.
2002-06 : DATE
Withheld : COST
350,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects
180 Units : DENSITY

12. SCITUATE HARBOR — MIXED USE
Scituate, Massachusetts
While at Sheskey Architects, David Stockless was involved with the construction administration of the
Redevelopment of Scituate Harbor.
2004 : DATE
Withheld : COST
60,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects
24 Units : DENSITY

13. GREATER WORCESTER YMCA — Boroughs Branch
Westborough, Massachusetts
In designing the new Boroughs Family Branch of the Greater Worcester YMCA, the use of structural
expression and visual access between the different program elements were the drivers underlying the
design solutions that were developed. The full service facility included a natatorium, a wellness center,
a childcare center, multi-purpose rooms and executive offices.
2002 : DATE
$10,000,00.00 : COST
42,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
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14. GREATER WORCESTER YMCA — Main Branch
Worcester, Massachusetts
In designing the new fitness center at the Main Branch of the Greater Worcester YMCA, the use of
color for expression and visual access between the different program elements were the drivers
underlying the design solutions that were developed.
2004 : DATE
$300,000 : COST
4,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
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15. MINI FENWAY PARK — RECREATION
Quincy, Massachusetts
DS design Architects was involved with the original concept of developing a Mini-Fenway Park in
Quincy, Massachusetts. The client wanted to involve many program elements to provide a year round
destination facility.
2010 est. : DATE
$1,000,000 : COST
7,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects

16. RIDGEWOOD CROSSING — 55 + HOUSING
Hingham, Massachusetts
This active 55+ development was designed to provide the privacy of a single-family home with the con-
venience of a condominium. Abutting park and conservation lands, the homes in the development have
five distinctive yet complimentary styles and range in size from 1,865 S.F. to 2,600 S.F. All homes fea-
ture a first floor master bedroom and bath, an open kitchen, a vaulted great room with gas fireplace, a
guest bedroom, a loft/den and two car garage. The development has a total of 31 units with 60% of the
39 acre site preserved as open space.
2010 : DATE
$800,000 per Unit : COST
2,500 S.F. per Unit : SIZE DS design
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1 Unit per 1.25 Acre : DENSITY

17. RIVER VILLAGE - 55+ HOUSING
Canton, Massachusetts
56 Unit condominium development on the Canton River near a historic stone viaduct. 110 parking
spaces under the building freed up the site for extensive landscaping and walking paths near the river.
The center of the building houses common amenities in a stone structure recalling former mill activity
2009 : DATE
Withheld : COST
74,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
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1 Unit per .5 Acre : DENSITY

18. FORBES PARK - Conceptual Study
Chelsea, Massachusetts
Forbes Park is a true GREEN project, with use of sustainable materials and natural ventilation strategies.
DS design Architects provided a one day work session with the client to brain storm the changing
dynamics of the proforma as the project was being financed. DS design Architects used a simple three
2010 est. : DATE
Withheld : COST
500 Units. : SIZE DS design
architects

19. NORWOOD COMMERCE CENTER— MULTI-FAMILY
Norwood, Massachusetts
In developing a master plan for this eight building apartment complex to be located on a site with a pond.
DS design Architects was able to establish whether or not the proposed project was feasible. The master
plan calls for the pond to become the central feature of the development. The 4 and 5-story apartment
buildings are situated around the pond in a manner that allows as many of the 418 units as possible to
have a view of the water. A clubhouse with an outdoor pool is also located in this area.
2010 est. : DATE
$80,000,000 : COST
445,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects
418 Units : DENSITY

20. BAY POINTE MARINA - MIXED USE
Quincy, Massachusetts
In developing a master plan for this mixed use complex to be located on a site with a marina. DS design
Architects was able to establish whether or not the proposed project was feasible. The master plan calls
for the ocean to become the central feature of the development. The twin 7-story apartment buildings
are situated perpendicular to the ocean in a manner that allows as many of the 138 units as possible to
have a view of the water. A clubhouse with an outdoor pool is located between this area and the 20
2010 est. : DATE
$60,000,000 : COST
360,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
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158 Units : DENSITY

21. SILKO HONDA - DEALERSHIP
Raynham, Massachusetts
While at BKA Architects, the development of a new prototype Honda dealership was implemented
From conception of a site feasibility study to the complete build out of the state of the art dealership.
Involvement in the town approval process was a key process to move the project forward in a timely
manner for the client.
2000 : DATE
$6,000,000 : COST
40,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects

22. THE COMMUNITY BANK - FINANCIAL
Brockton, Massachusetts
While at BKA Architects, the development of the new corporate headquarters for The Community Bank
in Brockton, Massachusetts. Complete professional services, from preliminary design through post
construction evaluation. The building contains corporate offices, a branch bank, storage, fitness center,
and future growth / tenant space. The project involved an aggressive schedule due to the Y2K situation.
One of the buildings many challenges was the designing of the waterproofing system, due to a basement
within the water table.
1999 : DATE
$4,000,000 : COST
32,000 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects

23. CEDAR CREST ROAD — SINGLE FAMILY
Wayland, Massachusetts
The client wanted to add more livable square feet to an existing single story ranch. The goal was to pro-
vide more bedrooms and privacy for a master suite. The cookie approach was not an option for the client,
they were concerned that when the project was complete the house look as if it did not have an addition.
2009 : DATE
$120,000 : COST
1,600 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects

24. ELM STREET — SINGLE FAMILY
Framingham, Massachusetts
The client wanted to add more livable square feet to an existing cape style home. The goal was to provide
a new kitchen and more open living space.
2010 : DATE
$130,000 : COST
1,200 S.F. : SIZE DS design
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25. CEDAR ROAD — SINGLE FAMILY
Marshfield, Massachusetts
The client wanted to add more livable square feet to an existing cape style home. The goal was to provide
a new master suite and more family gathering space on the first floor. The overall design inspiration was a
New England Farm House.
2004 : DATE
$130,000 : COST
1,200 S.F. : SIZE DS design
architects