At C&S, our Multi-Family Housing Studio is dedicated to creating innovative, community-driven living environments that enhance quality of life and elevate urban and suburban landscapes. With a deep understanding of evolving housing trends, sustainability, and modern living needs, our team of architects and designers craft spaces that are functional, aesthetically compelling, and built to stand the test of time.
Our expertise spans a diverse range of multi-family housing typologies, from urban infill developments and mixed-use communities to planned community housing, student housing and assisted living / memory care facilities. We approach each project with a commitment to thoughtful design, integrating smart planning, energy efficiency, and high-quality materials to foster both comfort and long-term value.
Collaboration is at the core of our process. We work closely with developers, municipalities, and community stakeholders to ensure that every project reflects the unique identity of its surroundings while meeting market demands. By prioritizing innovative solutions, resident well-being, and responsible urban growth, we create housing that is not just a place to live but a foundation for vibrant communities.
At C&S, we don’t just design buildings— we shape lifestyles, strengthen neighborhoods, and redefine what multi-family housing can be.
Our Professional Services
♦ Planning & Feasibility Studies
♦ Architectural Design
♦ Engineering Services
♦ Interior Design
♦ Construction Administration & Project Management
♦ Specialized Housing Solutions
♦ Sustainability & Resilience Consulting
♦ Digital & Technological Integration
Let’s build something remarkable together!
Daniel Marinaro AIA, NCARB
Dan, with 38 years of experience, infuses multi-family housing with a sharp design vision and aesthetic sensibility, ensuring projects align with client expectations through collaborative execution.
Nate Brown
Nate, a dynamic leader in multi-family, excels in client relationships, market trends, and partnerships, ensuring project success and firm growth with a client-focused approach.
Linsay Royer
Patrick Gordon
Patrick, a skilled architect, excels in multi-family housing with technical prowess in BIM, code compliance, and construction, ensuring projects are on time, budget, and quality.
Linsay, an expert in veteran’s and affordable housing, leverages her passion and knowledge to deliver projects that are both sustainable and community-focused, ensuring accessibility and quality.
The Leadership Team
Market Rate
Urban, mixed-use infill development located on the site of the former Women’s and Children’s Hospital at the corner of Elmwood and Bryant, connecting the eclectic Elmwood Village with the Delaware District.
The Pardee consists of 81,000 square feet over five stories and is home to 26 residential units ranging in size from 1,200 to 2,600-square-feet. The first floor is dedicated to retail space, the second floor has office space and four apartments, and the third through fifth floors are dedicated to the remaining 22 apartments. As part of the project, an 8,900-square-foot basement was excavated which is used as storage space.
Note: This project was designed by Dan Marinaro,
the architect of record, during his tenor as director of Multi-Family Housing at the Wendel Companies.
Adaptive Re-Use
A major redevelopment project transformed a group of vacant industrial buildings in Buffalo’s historic Cobblestone District into a vibrant mixed-use space. This $15 million project converted a five-story warehouse at Mississippi and Perry into 30 to 40 luxury apartments or condominiums, with a high-end restaurant occupying the ground floor. To enhance accessibility, a one-story building behind the main development was demolished to make way for private garages for residents. A separate four-story building was re-purposed into a modern office complex, while a centrally located one-story brick building was adapted for retail use.
The Cobblestone District, once a primarily industrial area, had long been poised for revitalization following the construction of the $127 million HSBC Arena. However, significant redevelopment projects were slow to emerge. This initiative served as a catalyst for further investment, bringing new energy to the area. The project re-purposed five historic buildings, some dating back to the early 1900s, integrating residential, commercial, dining, and office spaces to create a self-sustaining urban hub.
Senior 55+
I am so happy to have found Stonegate apartment homes! I feel like I am still living in a house! I didn’t want to give up 2 things: my attached garage or my laundry room. Here, I didn’t have to. The attached garage makes me feel safe and adds lots of storage.
—Anonymous Post on Stonegate Management website
Nestled in the heart of Clarence, NY, Stonegate of Clarence offers a refined and enriching senior living experience. Designed for comfort, independence, and community, this thoughtfully planned development provides modern, accessible residences complemented by a wealth of amenities.
Elegant apartments and townhomes feature open layouts, energy-efficient designs, and smart-home technology, ensuring ease and convenience. At the heart of the community, a beautifully appointed clubhouse fosters social engagement, while scenic walking trails, fitness facilities, and wellness programs support an active lifestyle. Lush green spaces, shaded seating areas, and a welcoming atmosphere make every day feel like home.
Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and healthcare, Stonegate blends smalltown charm with modern conveniences. It’s a place where seniors can thrive, enjoying a maintenance-free lifestyle surrounded by comfort, connection, and opportunity.
Our mission is to provide camping and retreat experiences for campers within a natural setting of God’s beautiful creation as we seek to nurture individual growth in faith and build communities of love, caring, and acceptance.
—Camp Duffield Mission Statement
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Camp Duffield Master Plan & Cabin Renovation
Nestled within the serene woodlands of Delevan, NY, Camp Duffield is a cherished retreat dedicated to spiritual reflection and outdoor adventure. The recent master planning initiative revitalized the camp’s accommodations and introduced thoughtfully designed “bluffs” for spiritual journeys, enhancing the camp’s natural beauty and purpose-driven mission.
The design process was deeply immersive— stakeholders lived on-site, walking the land together to identify the most meaningful locations for the new bluffs. These elevated spaces, carefully positioned within the woods, offer places of solitude and connection, inviting visitors to pause, reflect, and engage with the landscape on a spiritual level.
The existing cabins were in desperate need of transformation—cluttered, outdated,
and filled with old metal bunks that left little room for meaningful interaction. The new design embraces simplicity, functionality, and warmth. Using cost-effective wood products, carefully sanded and stained for a natural yet refined aesthetic, the interiors were reimagined to create a more inviting and flexible space. Bunk beds were relocated to the perimeter, opening up the center of each cabin for group dialogue, activities, and communal connection.
This master planning effort ensures that Camp Duffield remains a place of renewal and fellowship, where visitors can engage in spiritual exploration while enjoying the beauty of the natural surroundings. Through thoughtful land planning and innovative yet budget-conscious design, the camp’s legacy as a sanctuary for retreat and discovery continues to thrive.
05 Assisted Living & Memory Care
This integrated senior living campus offers a full spectrum of care—independent living, assisted living, and memory care— within a unified, walkable environment. Designed for comfort, accessibility, and connection, the community blends residential charm with modern amenities. The campus begins with 28 single-story patio homes, arranged in a neighborhoodstyle layout. These independent living units offer open floor plans, front porches, and easy access to green spaces—ideal for active seniors seeking privacy and autonomy. A 120unit apartment building provides independent living with
enhanced services. Spanning 110,000-square-feet, it features communal dining, wellness rooms, lounges, and landscaped courtyards, supporting an active, socially engaged lifestyle. An 84-bed assisted living and memory care facility completes the continuum. At 84,000-square-feet, it includes household-style clusters, secure gardens, and therapeutic design elements, creating a safe and supportive setting for residents with higher care needs. This community reflects a thoughtful approach to aging—where design supports dignity, wellness, and connection at every stage.
Master Planning
The Grand Island Town Center is a transformative mixed-use development designed to create a vibrant, walkable community blending residential, commercial, and recreational spaces. Strategically within the town center, it is a hub for living, working, and connecting.
The project includes 319 residential units—288 modern apartments, 15 townhouses, and 16 patio homes—designed for accessibility and scenic appeal. Townhouses and patio homes overlook a 2-acre pond, while market-rate apartments anchor the eastern section. Phase 1 will introduce six residential buildings with 178 multifamily units, a state-of-the-art indoor athletic facility, and 338 parking spaces, fostering a pedestrian-friendly environment.
A key feature is the commercial district with up to 65,000-square-feet of retail and office space, including a 33,000-square-foot athletic facility and a 12,000-square-foot Senior Center. The pedestrian-focused Town Center corridor will serve as a social and commercial hub, integrating storefronts, active streetscapes, and green spaces.
Designed for sustainability and walkability, the project includes multi-modal pathways, nature trails, and green spaces, connecting Baseline Road to Grand Island Boulevard while preserving natural features like the pond and wooded areas. The layout balances highdensity mixed-use areas with lower-density patio homes to complement surrounding neighborhoods.
It’s meant to create a walkable, active environment that’s blending a mix of uses and also includes publicly accessible green spaces.
—Roger Trettle, Grand Island Town Center Developer
Student Housing
Student housing is no longer viewed as a cheap place for students to live. They are intentionally and purposefully designed communal centers providing recreation, activity centers, technology, and an array of amenities. They offer a lifestyle previously unseen in the student housing market.
Student housing developments are provided both on and off campuses across the country. Urban and suburban colleges and universities are embracing the needs and benefits of great student housing.
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The Gates Circle Redevelopment is a transformative, multi-year project aimed at revitalizing the former Millard Fillmore Gates (MFG) Hospital site and adjacent city-owned parking ramp in Buffalo, NY. Spearheaded by TM Montante Development LLC and Gates Circle Holdings LLC.
The project introduced up to 531 residential units, alongside 136,000-square-foot of retail, 66,000-square-foot of office space, and a host of community amenities. The development is anchored by Canterbury Woods at Gates Circle, a state-ofthe-art Continuing Care Retirement Community offering independent and assisted living options, as well as a full continuum of care. A centerpiece of the project, Building Two, will feature a YMCA health and wellness center, an urban grocery market, and a mix of residential and office space. To enhance connectivity, the plan includes the Lancaster Avenue Extension and the Lafayette Connector, improving access and walkability within the site.
Note: Dan Marinaro led the architectural design efforts for this project during his tenor as director of Multi-Family Housing at the Wendel Companies.
Urban Infill
St Louis Place, is a quaint, tucked away street in the theatre district of Buffalo NY. Adjacent to the site, is a historic threestory brick building, which is historically significant. The Historic Preservation Board of Buffalo, required a detailed study of the horizontal lines and fenestration shape, size and configuration, so they could be applied to the massing, shape and configuration of the proposed new townhome project. Brownfield tax credits were used to fund the project.
