Steffian Bradley Architects names Waltz president of U.S. operations

Shown are Kurt Rockstroh and Kirsten Waltz of Steffian Bradley Architects

Boston, MA According to Steffian Bradley Architects (SBA), as part of the implementation of SBA’s recently completed Five Year Strategic Plan Kirsten Waltz, AIA, ACHA, EDAC, LEED AP has been named president of U.S. operations. Waltz assumes the responsibilities of president of U.S. operations from Kurt Rockstroh, FAIA, FACHA who continues as the firm’s global president and CEO.

Rockstroh will transition his responsibilities as president to Waltz over the next three to five years. This will allow them both to continue as active client-focused principals in the firm.

Waltz, with a depth of experience in architectural practice, has worked in SBA’s Boston and London offices, and has served as the managing principal of the Enfield, Conn. office since its inception in 2007. SBA has five offices on three continents (North America, Europe, Asia).  

“Kurt’s leadership and mentorship throughout the many years I’ve worked alongside him, and his continued presence, allows this position to be a natural progression,” Waltz said.  

Rockstroh joined SBA in 1977 and has served as president and CEO since 1996. Under his leadership, SBA has grown into an international architecture firm with projects worldwide. SBA has sustained a well-respected presence in multiple sectors, including health care design and health care master planning, senior housing, residential, academic, life sciences, and corporate/commercial, including innovation centers.