Derby Square Architects

09/03/2026

This church renovation thoughtfully balances preservation with modern-day needs, introducing accessible connections between both floors, a LULA elevator, refreshed gathering spaces, and carefully integrated updates throughout. The result is a building that’s ready for its next chapter, while keeping the character that made it special in the first thing place.

08/26/2026

Derby Square Architects collaborated with Groom Construction on the important renovation of a community-based outpatient health clinic for the US Veterans Administration (VA) located at 201 Main Street in Gloucester, MA.

08/19/2026

We worked with the owners of the Howling Wolf of Salem, MA and the Wolf Express of Marblehead, MA to create their third location in North Andover, near Merrimack College. The space was previously used as a frozen yogurt shop and called for an overhaul of most of the space. At the same time, to work within the clients budget we found ways to reuse key finishes like floor tile, ceiling grid, and essential plumbing locations. The result is a dynamic space for take-out, eat-in, and a full-service bar.

08/06/2026

Welcome to the team, Rynn! We’re excited to welcome Rynn Gustavson to Derby Square Architects as our newest designer. Their passion for architecture, thoughtful design approach, and technical expertise make them a wonderful addition to our team, and we look forward to the projects ahead.

07/30/2026

We're often so busy with our work as architects, it's easy to put off something like headshots for our talented team of designers. But we recently made time and worked with to help showcase our team and the great work they do. Thanks, Pat!

06/29/2026

This dental office was designed with both patients and staff in mind, creating a welcoming environment that feels bright, functional, and comfortable from the moment you walk in.

05/22/2026

We are lucky to have such a vibrant and active Chamber of Commerce and business community here in Salem.

02/07/2026

We hope everyone gets to enjoy these great sculptures spread throughout downtown for Salem's So Sweet

Parking ban is officially over at 7! The sculptures are all illuminated!!!

Old Town Hall sculpture sponsored by Derby Square Architects

01/23/2026

Should be another fun Salem’s So Sweet! We are excited all the creative sculptures!

The ice sculpture map is officially here!

Everything in red (1 through 11) gets installed in time for the Friday night illumination, everything in purple (12 through 27) gets installed on Saturday morning. All sculptures are illuminated on Saturday night!

Worried about accessibility?
The Salem Trolley will again be shuttling folks on a loop around town on Sat. Feb. 7 and Sun. Feb. 8 from 12 to 4 pm, $3. They won't be able to get to every sculpture, but you'll get to see plenty PLUS a trolley tour of the downtown!

How long to the sculptures stay up?
Until they melt! Really, not (just) being sassy about it. In warm/wet weather, they may start melting immediately. In cool/dry weather, they can last weeks!

But how much is it to see the sculptures?
Viewing the ice sculptures is always FREE! But we still have tickets available for our Salem's So Sweet Kickoff Event on Friday!