Kaplan Thompson Architects

We are over the moon to announce that Adam Wallace, AIA - who has contributed stunning design innovation, unmatched construction know-how, and plenty of actually funny dad jokes to the firm over the last ten years - has become Kaplan Thompson Architects’ fourth Principal! We always strive for our team, our clients, and our builders to be in alignment, and have absolutely no doubts that everyone will agree this transition is incredibly well-deserved and a long time coming.

Since joining us in 2015, Adam has been an essential part of our team’s mission to design beautiful, high-performance buildings that put people and the planet first. With a background in custom cabinet-making and a deep knowledge of how buildings are actually built, Adam brings a unique, hands-on perspective to every project—from fine woodworking details to large-scale mass timber innovations.

Founding Principal Phil Kaplan says it best: “Adam’s passion for design and his deep knowledge... have made him an indispensable part of our team. Even as a Principal, I have learned so much from Adam”.

When he’s not mentoring our team or leading award-winning projects like Beaver Lodge Lookout and Parris Terraces, you can find him sailing, skiing, or restoring his vintage wood-hulled trawler. We are quite convinced there is nothing he cannot do, but promise to let you know if ever we learn of something (highly unlikely)!

Clover Terraces will join a burgeoning residential campus at 35 Seavey Street in Westbrook, adding 45 new units of condominium housing. The development - led by Domus, a partnership between developer Jack Soley, non-profit affordable housing leader Avesta, and Hebert Construction - targets first-time and middle-income homebuyers.

The condos will be available as sunny, energy-efficient 1- or 2- bedroom floor plans ranging from 500 to 650 square feet. Each home enjoys in-unit laundry and a private deck or patio, as well as dedicated parking. Units on the top floor boast a second-story sleeping loft accessed via a compact spiral staircase…. we imagine cats will especially enjoy this element of the pet-friendly building!

On 10 hilltop acres in Vermont, our clients tend to fields of native grasses, their honeybee hives, and a new custom home. Designed to Passive House-standards of airtightness and outfit with a 13.3kW photovoltaic array, the building endeavors to be as much a steward of the land as its owners.

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