Servicing New England and beyond…
Our Services
Construction documents
Residential structural design & coordination
Construction observation
Construction consulting
Sustainable design strategies
Feasibility studies & master plans
Phasing plans
Zoning analysis
Conceptual design
Schematic design
About Our Firm
Haven Architecture LLC (previously Patrick Rettig Architect LLC) is a practice focused on residential architecture and project management - helping homeowners, contractors and designers create functional, livable, and beautiful renovations, additions and new homes. We have extensive experience with both the design and construction challenges associated with working on and among New England homes of all ages and styles - and we bring that experience, along with a dedication to high quality design and open communication, to each and every project.
About Patrick
My career began at an early age in my father's basement workshop, where my brother and I were free to use hand tools and scraps of material to make and fix things. After completing my undergraduate degree in philosophy, I moved to San Diego and found a job working as a laborer for a foundation repair contractor, digging trenches, jackhammering slabs, setting rebar, pouring concrete, and somehow realizing that what I wanted to do with the rest of my life was build things.
Since that time, I've worked for both a large construction company and a large architecture firm (Suffolk Construction Company and DiMella Shaffer, respectively) - and then later, as the co-owner of a smaller scale residential design-build firm, I worked as a designer, project manager, site supervisor and carpenter on residential projects of all shapes and sizes.
I've found that my passion is residential design and construction. I love working with clients to define a vision, and I love spending time on the building site with contractors and subcontractors figuring out how to make that vision happen.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy from Harvard University and a Master of Architecture from Boston Architectural College. I am a Massachusetts licensed Architect, a Massachusetts licensed Construction Supervisor, and a LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Accredited Professional.
About MIchael
Much like Patrick, my first exposure to construction was as a child in my dad’s wood shop. Being both a masterful wood worker and a great teacher, my dad taught me the value of good design. He showed me how a bedside table could be transformed from a simple utilitarian object into a work of art – with just a little intention, dedication, and creativity. My dad and I built a chicken coop when I was about 13 years old, and from there I was hooked on the idea that I could draw something on paper and make it a reality with my own hands.
As an undergraduate student at the University of Vermont, I studied philosophy, archeology, art history, photography, and sculpture. After finishing my degree, I moved to the West coast to further broaden my horizons.
In Seattle, Washington I worked as a maintenance technician, a traveling handyman, and as a renovator for a local Architect. I met my wife Katie, and together we started our own General Contracting business specializing in residential renovations and repairs.
For several years we worked on small scale renovations of single- and multi- family homes around the Puget Sound. During that time I filled the role of carpenter, plumber, electrician, plasterer, painter, and laborer. Since moving back to New England, I have been working with Pat to help grow Haven Architecture while pursuing licensure as an Architect.
About Parker
Growing up in Boston, I can remember having an appreciation for architecture and design from a young age. From taking trips to the Museum of Fine Arts to exploring Back Bay, I feel that Boston’s unique culture of art and architecture has been ingrained in me. I eventually decided that I wanted to pursue a career in architecture after spending my teenage years studying in my high school’s drafting/CAD program. From there, I went on to pursue and obtain my Bachelor’s degree at Judson University just outside of Chicago, another city of great stature in the architectural world. Returning to Boston after undergrad, I spent my first several years working in various roles at Vanko Studio Architects, a local firm that specializes in multi-family buildings all over the city and the Greater Boston area. I then decided to make the switch to single family architecture, working here with Patrick and the rest of the team at Haven.
Currently, I call Brighton my home since moving to the neighborhood with my wife Roslyn in 2022. In my spare time, I enjoy exploring my other creative outlets such as photography, fashion, and cooking. In addition, I like to say I have a “healthy” obsession with Boston sports.