Violeta Fiorino-Schwartz, AIA
Violeta is a licensed architect and painter, a graduate of the Pratt Institute in New York. She brings to each project more than 20 years of experience working the United States and Europe. Before starting VAS in 2021, she worked for MSR, Gensler, and SBA, where she was part of the design and execution teams on a breadth of projects including museums, hotels, commercial, and institutional buildings. Her trained design eye and technical proficiency serve her to tackle each task with confidence and optimism in order to deliver solid and integrated design solutions.
Violeta is passionate about translating clients' visions onto paper and helping them cross the finish line to make those dreams a built success.
What are our clients saying
"I wish I can give more than five stars. Vas Architecture Studio is not just the best Architecture Studio I worked with. It is by far the best company I have worked with since I have been a business owner. The designer is not just beyond talented. She…"
Hanna Hashem
"VAS is a talented architectural firm which applies a comprehensive planning approach to its designs. VAS does not let a minute pass without ceasing it to capture the vision of the client. They create intuitive design that will produce wellthough out spaces that flow, and are infused with natural light and modernism. Highly recommended"
Dianne Alston Moore
"“Violeta did a phenomenal job with our home. She completely renovated and designed my basement and bathroom with colorful matching accents…”
Sireen Badr
Our Values
SIMPLICITY
What is the essence of the problem? We prioritize functionality and a clear organization of the space. Through simplicity we create beautiful, easy-to-understand spaces that harmonize with their surroundings.
INTEGRATION
We are the conductors of a complex orchestra. We bring together technology, art and sustainability in order to have a positive impact on our environment, from the larger gesture to the smaller detail.
A SENSE OF KINSHIP
Our clients are our collaborators and partners in creation.Through actively listening, understanding their goals and working collaboratively throughout the design process, we seek to become trusted partners that contribute to their success.
What we do
Every project is different.
We tailor our approach to your needs, whether you have a clear vision or are still defining what the project could become.
We see each project as a whole, bringing design, architecture, interiors, and implementation together to create a cohesive result from concept through completion. By considering every element together, we help each space reach its full potential.
VAS is licensed in Maryland, Washington, DC, and New York. We welcome the opportunity to bring our work to new places and expand our licensure as projects take us there.
ARCHITECTURAL
Programming
Schematic Design
Design Development
Renderings
Design Review
Construction Documentation
Specifications
Permitting
Bid Coordination
Construction Administration
As-Built Documentation
INTERIOR DESIGN
Programming
Space Planning
Finish & Color Selection
Furniture Selection
Systems Furniture Layout
OTHER SERVICES
Lighting design
Special signage
Site specific murals