Dean is the Founding Principal of the firm which was originally established in 1981. Prior to opening his own practice, he served his apprenticeship with the prestigious firm of Gwathmey Siegal and Associates Architects in New York City. Dean holds a Bachelor of Architecture from New York Institute of Technology Magna Cum Laude where he received the Gold Medal for highest achievement in architecture upon graduation. His education also included studies at the American Academy of Rome. The American Institute of Architects inducted Dean into the College of Fellows in 2016 for his extraordinary contributions and accomplishments in the practice of architecture. Dean’s vision for the firm is focused on combining best practice urban planning principals with the design of mixed-use development projects. The firm’s architectural style has provided the new face for Hoboken’s incredible revitalization from the days of decay and decline to its success as New Jersey’s hottest comeback city. Dean is also a professional planner. He is a long-standing member, and former chairman, of the Hudson County Construction Board of Appeals and has served on the Hudson County Public Arts Commission. Dean holds architecture licenses in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania and is an active member in the Urban Land Institute, The Congress of New Urbanism, and the American Planning Association.

Bruce graduated with Honors from the Savannah College of Art and Design, School of Building Arts in 1989 with a Master of Architecture Degree. He continued to elevate his expertise, insights, and inspiration by taking courses at Harvard’s Graduate School of Design. While living in the historically preserved city of Savannah, Georgia, Bruce developed a profound appreciation for American cities’ architectural heritage, which has deeply influenced his design philosophy. His modern approach thoughtfully integrates historical elements, ensuring that each project harmonizes with its surrounding neighborhood. Bruce joined the firm in 1995 and was elevated to Principal in 2000. For over 30 years, he has specialized in the architectural design of urban multifamily and mixed-use developments, ranging from intimate, small-scale projects to expansive communities with hundreds of units. More recently, his portfolio has expanded to include the planning and design of new urban neighborhoods and transit-oriented developments in suburban centers and city cores throughout New Jersey. Often working behind the scenes, Bruce transforms developers’ visions into tangible architectural solutions. He leads and mentors a team of design architects, ensuring that every project undergoes rigorous evaluation for visual impact, integrity, and sustainability within its context. Beyond his contributions to the firm, Bruce has served on the Caldwell Zoning Board of Adjustment, including a three-year tenure as Chairman. He is highly experienced in zoning ordinance review, redevelopment planning, and municipal board presentations, bringing a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape to his work.

Vincent is an NCARB certified architect, with licenses in NJ, FL, and CO. He received his master’s degree in architecture from TU Delft in the Netherlands. For his master’s thesis Vincent worked with Dutch faculty and MHS Architects to design a new 200-acre city on reclaimed land along the Jersey City Waterfront. The project contained over 20,500 new housing units, 35+M SF of new real estate. Vincent received his bachelor’s degree in architecture from Northeastern University in Boston, MA and has also spent time working in Germany. At MHS Vincent specializes in entitlements. New projects usually start on Vincent’s desk where he works through zoning law, building codes, and the client’s program to maximize the value of the investment. Vincent has served as a board member of the Journal Square Community Association and was a member NJTPA’s UpNext focus group on NJ’s long-range transportation plan for the year 2050. Vincent has successfully presented projects approval at the Jersey City, Newark, and Hoboken, NJ planning boards.