Baldassano Architecture - Ronkonkoma, NY

Our professional staff of architects, interior designers and planners has an established reputation for providing the exceptional, personal service expected of a local firm, while drawing upon the same leading-edge technology and resources of a national firm.

We work closely with each of our clients to discover opportunities and unique solutions. We consider our process inclusive and collaborative; partners in a working relationship built on trust and credibility. This business relationship has fostered our most successful outcomes.

Our team at Baldassano Architecture is strengthened by the diversity of its members. We are made up of qualified, versatile design specialists who use the latest technology available for project design and production. Through our professional development and quality assurance initiatives, we produce accurate, high quality drawings and construction documents in a quick and efficient manner. Our presentations provide clients with the capabilities needed to visualize the project from the conceptual design phase through to the final design; working closely at every phase.

Our Team

Charles A. Baldassano, AIA, Founding Partner
Charlie is the founder and president of Baldassano Architecture and continues to bring over 40 years of experience to the administration, design and oversight of the practice. He is a seasoned architect with more than 3,500 commissioned projects in many different areas of design including commercial, institutional and recreational. In 2006, Charlie received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Institute of Architects. His altruistic endeavors include fundraising efforts as committee chairman, member and advisor for the following organizations: Federation of Organizations, Suffolk County Community College, American Heart Association, Transitional Services of New York for Long Island (TSLI), Association for the Help of Retarded Children, Victims Information Bureau of Suffolk and the YMCA of Long Island.

Philip Monastero, AIA, Partner
With over 30 years of experience in all areas of architectural design (i.e. site planning, building design, interiors, etc.) and as the partner in charge of design, excellence comes naturally for Phil. He has worked and continues to work with major Long Island developers on all types of projects from commercial to residential; private to public. His client list is as diverse as the buildings he designs. Phil has reached mastery on such buildings as Brandywine Realty Trust (Jericho, NY) that won him an Archi Award. Many more of his contributions to the built community can be spotted all over Long Island-Five Towns College, 100 and 102 Motor Parkway, Suffolk County Civil Courts and Rose Caracappa Wellness Center are only a taste of his accomplishments to date.

Alexander Badalamenti, AIA, Partner
Alex is responsible for firm management, leadership and quality assurance of projects. With over 20 years experience in architectural design, his work can be seen across Long Island, New York City and abroad. His design work is not limited to one area of practice. For Alex, the integrity of the project supersedes its category. In addition to his diverse catalogue, he has done amazing work with high-end private residences in New York City, Long Island and New England. He enjoys working with complex architectural structures that ultimately compliment their surroundings. As a resident of Long Island, Alex is dedicated to its local community. He has a sincere interest in buildings of historic significance and landmark status. Pair that with his boundless knowledge of state-of-the-art building materials and systems and the outcome is purposeful designs that keep these communities connected to their roots.


*Thomas Cromer, Chief Financial Officer, Partner* Tom is responsible for the financial, IT, administrative and human resource areas of the firm. With more than 25 years of extensive financial management experience in the consulting and architectural services industry, his expertise has provided the firm the strength to expand and position for future growth.

Charles (Chad) S. Baldassano, Associate, Designer, 3-D Modeling
Chad has been working with Baldassano Architecture for almost a decade in the area of 3-D modeling, design and many other computer programs. He graduated from Roger Williams University in Rhode Island and possesses an impressive knowledge of the latest technological advancements in the field. He is proficient in Autodesk: Autocad desktop and 3-D Studio Viz; Adobe: Photoshop, Illustrator and Premier (video editing); Microsoft PowerPoint which he uses to develop audio/visual presentations.

Michael Messina, AIA, Senior Associate
As Senior Associate at Baldassano Architecture, Michael Messina’s expertise in the area of Project Management not only benefits the clients' projects, but also the overall success of the firm. He is skilled in the administration and coordination of project design, drawings, scheduling, monitoring, budgeting and staffing. Those skills matched with his proactive and professional consulting practices yields an outcome of satisfied clients and contractors. Michael’s work can be seen throughout Long Island and part of New York City. One of many notable projects that Michael has managed is the expansion of St. Anthony’s High School in South Huntington including a new athletic field house, a performing arts theatre, several laboratories and a brand new chapel.

Richard Labanowski, Senior Associate
As Senior Associate at Baldassano Architecture, Richard Labanowski uses his extensive knowledge of building materials, systems and specifications, to serve as Senior Project Manager on a variety of complex building projects. Richard has been a member of several well-respected architectural design firms on Long Island and in New York City throughout the course of his career. It is through this tenure and his knowledge of the entire building process and consulting responsibilities that Richard is recognized as a leader on our team.

Susan Hanley, Associate
As an associate at Baldassano Architecture, Sue brings over 25 years of professional experience in the interior design industry. She is responsible for the coordination and implementation of interior work for all projects. The diversity of her clients include healthcare, corporate, financial, educational, municipal, industrial, hospitality and residential. Sue’s design talents are innovative and her ability to understand clients’ needs is unmatchable; it is through this understanding of people that her work is both functional and aesthetic.

Stephen Bonitch, Project Architect
His work with previous firms in the architectural design field has given Stephen Bonitch the ability to diversify his talents to meet the needs of every project. Stephen understands the importance of accommodating the ongoing changes and advancements in the industry. It is this talent that has the team calling on Stephen to work many different types of projects at Baldassano Architecture.


*Brian Franco, Project Architect* Brian has been part of the Baldassano Architecture team for over 5 years. His roster includes high-end telecom, higher education, health care, industrial and recreational facilities. In addition to his project architect responsibilities, Brian takes on the roles of CAD Technical Coordinator and 3D Modeler.


*Timothy Ganetis, Designer* As designer at Baldassano Architecture, Timothy Ganetis works on projects that vary in scale and complexity. His acute knowledge of current design trends and historical precedents contribute to the creation of new buildings that respect the architectural heritage of the area. His craft is both technical and aesthetic.


*Tiing Hie Lau, Designer* As designer at Baldassano Architecture, Tiing Hie Lau is responsible for the design and contract documentation of commercial projects. He brings strong graphic presentation and technical skills to the firm and is a team player when meeting deadlines assuring the firm’s on-time and on-budget philosophy.

Pamela Mazzola, Interior Designer
Pam comes to Baldassano Architecture with a degree in Fine Arts from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. She got her start six years ago as Interior Designer for a large firm in New York City. Recently, Pam joined the team at Baldassano Architecture where she works on projects both large and small for many diverse clients, within many categories. Besides the quality of her craft, Pam has successfully formed working relationships with both the clients and the design team which fosters successful outcomes on her projects.

Jason Merkel
Jason Merkel comes to Baldassano Architecture from Wentworth Institute of Technology (Boston, MA) where he received the esteemed Design Excellence Award for his collective school projects. During his stint in Boston he worked at LaFreniere Architects gaining experience in both residential and commercial architecture. As designer at Baldassano Architecture, Jason contributes in the preliminary design and presentation stages on most projects.

Sean Reed, Project Architect
Sean has been working in the architectural field for over eight years. His diverse work includes the design of many types of buildings (commercial, residential, industrial and educational). He has experience working with landmark designated buildings, project management for high-end residential structures and has been entered in several design competitions including the High Line Redesign Competition.


*Bryan Richter, Associate Lead Designer* With over 12 years experience as a designer, Bryan brings a multitude of design expertise to the table. His talents range from small scale residential to large scale commercial designs.


*Joseph Solloch, Project Architect* Joseph is a graduate of New York Institute of Technology in Westbury, NY and has been practicing professionally for almost 15 years the Architectural and Automation Industry. For Baldassano Architecture, Joseph is responsible for design and construction administration on commercial, industrial and residential projects.