Griffith Dardanelli Architects is responsive using our experience to serve clients by identifying and resolving their facility needs, enabling them to meet their goals and objectives.


Contact Us:
670 Franklin Street
Schenectady, New York 12305
Phone: (518) 370-0767
Fax:(518) 370-0769



KARL P. GRIFFITH, AIA, PRESIDENT

Education
  • 1979 - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Rochester Institute of Technology
  • 1984 - Bachelor of Architecture, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
  • 2009 - Boston Architectural College, Continuing Education - “Sustainable Design as a Way of Thinking”

  • Professional Registration/License
    Registered and Licensed Architect in New York State

    Practice
    In addition to providing direct client service and management responsibilities, Mr. Griffith is closely involved in all phases of project delivery.

    Professional Affiliations and Activities
  • American Institute of Architects (AIA) - Member
  • AIA Eastern New York Chapter - Past President, Past Director
  • AIA New York State Board of Directors - Past Director
  • AIA National Committee on Educational Facilities - Member
  • National Trust for Historic Preservation - Member
  • Schenectady Chamber of Commerce - Member

  • Community Affiliations and Activities
  • Schenectady County Business and Education Partnership - Operations Council Co-Chair
  • Salvation Army Advisory Board, Schenectady, NY - Chairman, Advisory Board
  • Schenectady County Community College Foundation - Director (2002-2008)
  • Schenectady Rotary Club - Past Director, President 2009-2010
  • Boy Scouts of America - Former Cubmaster, Cub Scout Pack 59
  • Heritage Home for Women - Trustee and Treasurer, Past President
  • First Reformed Church of Scotia - Deacon and Elder


  • SANDRA J. DARDANELLI, AIA, VICE PRESIDENT

    Education
  • 1987 - B.P.S. Architecture, SUNY at Buffalo
  • 1987 - B.S. Environmental Design, SUNY at Buffalo

  • Professional Registration/License
  • Registered and Licensed Architect in New York State
  • Registered and Licensed Architect in the Commonwealth of Virginia
  • NYS Certified Asbestos Abatement Designer
  • LEED Accredited Professional

  • Role
    Oversight of project development, design, code review, estimating and construction administration. Mrs. Dardanelli has been with the firm since early in 1999.

    Professional Affiliations and Activities
    American Institute of Architects (AIA) - Member

    Community Affiliations
    Schenectady Rotary Club - Director