At Smith Sinnett Architecture, we believe great design can bring people together—and the Apex Senior Center is a perfect example of that mission in action. Recently featured in Suburban Living magazine, the Center is proving to be much more than its name suggests. It’s not just a space for older adults—it’s a true community hub that serves residents of all ages.

A Place for Everyone

While the Apex Senior Center was originally designed with seniors in mind, the Town of Apex and local residents have embraced the building as a multipurpose space that supports intergenerational connection, wellness, creativity, and lifelong learning. From yoga and Zumba classes to art workshops, tech tutoring, and social events, the center is alive with activity every day of the week.

Our design approach focused on functionality, flexibility, and warmth—creating a welcoming environment where people feel comfortable, inspired, and connected. Natural light, thoughtful circulation, and adaptable spaces make the building ideal for a wide variety of programs and gatherings.

Community-Centered Design

As highlighted in Suburban Living’s article, the Apex Senior Center has become a cornerstone of the community, offering a space that encourages interaction, growth, and support. We’re proud to have collaborated with the Town of Apex to bring this vision to life and to see how the building has evolved to meet the needs of its growing and diverse population.

Recognized and Celebrated

Being featured in Suburban Living magazine is an exciting moment for our team. It validates the importance of designing public spaces that are not only functional but also inclusive and inspiring. We’re honored to see the Apex Senior Center recognized as a model for community-focused architecture.

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Smith Sinnett Architecture is excited to welcome Greta Modlin as our new Marketing Director. She brings years of experience in branding, communications, and marketing.

Greta has led creative teams to develop strong brand strategies and campaigns across digital and print platforms. Most recently, she was the Branding & Communications Director at Bob Barker Company, where she helped grow the company’s brand and online presence. Earlier in her career, she worked in the architecture and engineering industry, focusing on business development and outreach.

Now returning to this field, Greta is ready to lead our marketing efforts with fresh ideas and a strong understanding of our firm. We are excited to see how she will help shape our brand and support our mission.

Please join us in welcoming Greta to the Smith Sinnett team!

Smith Sinnett Architecture is proud to announce our award for CSI Raleigh-Durham’s Organizational Certificate of Appreciation.

Our firm prides itself on fostering meaningful community connections through thoughtful, sustainable design solutions that shape vibrant public spaces and we hope to continue to give back to the state of North Carolina through our work.

We want to congratulate one of our Architects, Allison Harris, on joining the AIA Triangle Design Awards Task Force.

Allison is proud to have joined the AIA Triangle Design Awards Task Force, a program that recognizes excellence in architectural design throughout the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, North Carolina metropolitan area.

Project Architect

Smith Sinnett Architecture is seeking Project Architects to join our growing team in Raleigh, NC.

Characteristics of an ideal candidate:
– Passionate, resourceful & creative, eager to learn & expand expertise.
– Organized & thorough, with strong attention to detail.
– Professionally driven & ambitious, with a good sense of humor.
– Excellent interpersonal communication abilities, both written & verbal.
– Self-motivated designer who thrives in an open studio setting.
– Strong physical & digital representation skills.

Responsibilities:
– Design & manage a wide range of projects through all phases of design & construction.
– Collaborate with design staff to produce accurate drawings & specifications.
– Coordinate project efforts between SSA staff & consultants.
– Prepare & present project concepts, diagrams, & models for owner review.
– Work with firm leaders to achieve a high level of design quality & exceptional client service.

Qualifications:
– Professional degree in Architecture
– 5 to 10 years of experience
– Architectural registration and LEED Accreditation preferred
– Proficient in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, & Sketchup

We offer competitive salary & benefit packages, schedule flexibility, continuing education opportunities, and career mentoring. Smith Sinnett Architecture is a diverse, woman-owned firm, and an equal opportunity employer.

If you are interested in joining us, please e-mail a cover letter, resume, and abridged portfolio to Jay Sikes, AIA [jsikes@smithsinnett.com].

We hope to hear from you!