Firehouse Architecture LAB is a boutique woman-owned contemporary architecture firm founded in 2014.  Our focus is on residential and small commercial projects in the Ithaca / Finger Lakes region, encompassing ground-up designs, renovations, and advisory work. The firm name was inspired by its physical location (a renovated historic firehouse) and a passion for integrating unique and modern design aesthetics and materials.

 
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founder/principal

Emily Petrina earned a Bachelor's of Architecture from Cornell University and a Master's of Architecture from Parsons, The New School for Design.  She has a background in high-end residential and institutional work. Emily taught architecture design studios at Carnegie Mellon University while cultivating her interest in design-build education and practice.    

Emily is a licensed architect in the state of New York, a Certified Passive House Consultant CPHC, and a LEED-accredited professional. She currently serves her community as the Chair of the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board.

 

Architectural designer

Jonah Lunden attended the University at Buffalo where he received a Bachelor’s of Architecture in 2016 and a Master’s of Architecture in 2018. His focuses pertain to construction ecology and the use of set-based design as a tool for creating thoughtful living spaces.

Jonah has 5+ years of experience in high-end residential and multifamily design, and is currently working towards his architectural licensure in the state of New York.

 

structural engineer

Craig Eagleson, PE. Eagleson Engineering, PLLC

Craig has worked with FirehouseArchitectureLab doing all their structural design work since January 2018. 

Craig worked for Cornell University in facilities for 10 years doing designs for small campus renovations.  While working for JR Clancy in Syracuse, he designed overhead hoisting systems and building interface frames for the entertainment industry in the US and internationally. 

Craig is a licensed professional engineer in the State of New York.  He earned a Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering from Cornell University.  He holds a US patent for an innovative conveyor design for the food industry.

 

Awards & Publications

Award of Merit: Reuse & Restoration, Historic Ithaca.  Ithaca Rd Garage (Aug, 2023)

Award of Merit: Adaptive Reuse, Historic Ithaca.  Odyssey Bookstore (Aug, 2021)

Award of Merit: Adaptive Reuse, Historic Ithaca.  Firehouse No. 5 (May 7, 2015)

eship Magazine, "eHUB Gaining Momentum."  eHUB (2014)

eship Magazine, "eHUB: Where Cornell Students Do Entrepreneurship."  eHUB (2013)

Architectural Record, “Teaching By Example.”   Margaretville Park Pavilion (Nov 2008)

Interior Design Magazine, “Summer School.”   Margaretville Park Pavilion (Nov 2007)

Catskill Mountain News,  Margaretville Park Pavilion (Oct 2007)

Works Summer 01 – Fall 02, Border Crossings: Portable Dining. (2003)