The Office
Oudens Ello Architecture is an award-winning full-service architecture and urban design office with a focus on designing projects that serve and engage the public. Specializing in cultural, educational, and municipal work, the award-winning firm is widely recognized for its thoughtful, context-driven design solutions and commitment to environmental responsibility.
With a strong portfolio of municipal projects, Oudens Ello has been involved in over twenty-five public library projects across the Northeast, including the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' first net-zero energy municipal library. The firm also brings significant experience in the design of cultural institutions, including museums and visitor centers, where it excels in crafting spaces that enrich public understanding and engagement. In addition, Oudens Ello maintains a particular strength in the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of historic buildings, blending contemporary needs with a respect for architectural heritage.
Collaboration lies at the heart of Oudens Ello's design process. The firm is known for its close working relationships with clients and its ability to tailor innovative architectural responses to each project's unique physical and cultural context. As advocates for a sustainable future, Oudens Ello approaches every project with a holistic view of environmental stewardship, integrating sustainable design principles as a foundational element of responsible architecture. Current clients include the Boston Public Library, the cities of Boston, Salem and Gloucester, MA, the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, CT and the Cahoon Museum of Art in Cotuit, MA.
