Dedicated to the renewal of Beauty through the practice of Architecture in the Western Classical Tradition.
"The purpose of a church is not to express the age in which it was built or the individuality of its designer. Its purpose is to move to worship, to bring a man to his knees, to refresh his soul in a weary land."
"Average is the enemy of the Good."
Cosmati Architects is a full-service architecture firm dedicated to the renewal of Beauty through the practice of architecture in the western classical tradition. Our mission is to make beauty attainable for every parish, school and worthy building in America. We do this through fluency in the contemporary building industry, excellence in project delivery and, above all, a rigorous design ethic that draws faithfully from the treasury of tradition.
We guide projects from the concept phase through completion of construction for both new buildings and renovations to existing buildings. Our service expertise ranges in scale from full campus master planning, all the way down to designing specific liturgical furnishings. In our work on liturgical and sacred art consulting we work closely with pastors, artists, and craftsmen to develop thematic and liturgical programs for altars, tabernacles, stained glass, mosaics, murals, and other sacred furnishings that weave the story of salvation history into a unified whole with the architecture.
At Cosmati, we approach every project with reverence, creativity, and a commitment to helping our clients be faithful stewards of their resources while creating beauty that endures and stirs the mind to a deep contemplation of the Sacred Mysteries.
The most charitable conversation is a truthful one, had for the good of the other.
Beauty is necessary for human flourishing and foundational for worship. Beauty should be visible, intelligible and attainable.
We approach the world with reverence and wonder in search of Truth, Goodness and Beauty.
We begin something new in our work by first finding firm footing in the treasury of tradition.
We are who we say we are. We stand for what we say we stand for. We keep our promises.
Rafael brings a deep passion for the Church's vision of sacred worship, in which liturgy, music and architecture unite in a harmonious whole. This vision informs his architectural approach and guides his leadership of the team, from the earliest conception of a project through its faithful execution.
With over two decades of experience, Suzanne brings sound judgment and technical rigor to the delivery of Cosmati's projects. From constructibility and coordination to the clarity of construction documents, she transforms complexity into clarity and turns ambitious designs into buildable realities.
Cameron cultivates a vibrant culture of design at Cosmati, encouraging thoughtful exploration and meticulous attention to detail. Under his direction, projects are carefully considered and delightfully resolved, from the earliest concept to the final detail.
Christopher approaches master planning as a Socratic process of discovery, helping clients uncover and articulate their deepest aspirations, principles and goals. From these conversations emerge the guiding ideas that give coherence and direction to the design of their buildings and campuses.
Francisco brings precision and care to every project, developing designs that honor the architectural and liturgical traditions of the Church. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to faithful execution, he translates architectural vision into work that responds to the particular needs of each client.
Cosmati Architects is devoted to serving parishes, schools and institutions through full architecture services, liturgical design and project management. Our services range from full campus master plans, new building and renovation projects to sacred art consulting and even informal design consultations.
Whether you are planning a new church, renovating an existing one, commissioning a new crucifix or exploring what a classical approach might mean for your institution, we welcome the opportunity to begin a conversation.
Careers
Cosmati Architects is looking for exceptionally talented individuals who are passionate about the future of Sacred Architecture in America. Applicants should have a deep love of beauty, history and the lifelong discipline of architecture. We are looking for people who are solution-oriented and will join us in our mission of making beauty attainable for every Catholic parish in America. We do this through fluency in the contemporary building industry, excellence in project delivery and, above all, a rigorous design ethic that draws faithfully from the treasury of tradition.
If you are an excellent architect but never knew you could make Sacred Architecture your calling, this firm is for you. If your calling has always been Sacred Architecture but you have been waiting for a responsibility-rich environment with meaningful mentorship, this firm is for you.
All interested applicants are asked to submit a portfolio of their academic and/or professional work, along with a cover letter expressing why they want to join the firm. We highly value human written prose.