Nik Middleton, RIBA, and Brian O’Connor, AIA, who are the founding Partners of CUBE 3, have announced that Nico Flannery-Pitcher, IIDA, NCIDQ, EDAC, has joined the firm as the Principal and Director of Interiors. Nico comes with over 20 years of experience in the industry, with the last nine years spent as the Design Principal at Lavallee Brensinger Architects in Boston.
Nico has earned a good reputation in the industry, having worked across business sectors, including healthcare and wellness. She was educated in the Boston area, having attended the University of Massachusetts, University of Sussex, and Suffolk University, which have all contributed to her areas of expertise, such as communication skills and a passion for how design can enhance the human experience. Furthermore, Nico is one of only 36 individuals in Massachusetts who holds the Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC) credential.
“Having Nico on our team will both nurture and support the continued growth of the firm,” remarked CUBE 3 Partner/CEO Nik Middleton. “She has a stellar reputation in the industry and across business sectors, including healthcare and wellness. Her forward-thinking approach to design perfectly aligns with our vision for the future, and we look forward to sharing her talent with our clients and affirming her as a leader of our team.”
When asked about her future at CUBE 3, Flannery-Pitcher remarked, “I look forward to joining a group of people with a growth mindset who take a creative and collaborative approach to projects. It will be my pleasure to lead and be a part of such a talented team, knowing our collective work will be focused on connecting with clients, taking on their project aspirations, and seeing them through to reality.”
Nico has been actively involved in volunteering with IIDA. He has previously served as the President of the New England Chapter and currently holds a co-chair position in their LEAD program for mid-career designers. Additionally, he is a member of the Board of Directors for Women In Healthcare (WIH) New England Chapter. Outside of work, Nico finds inspiration in nature and the visual arts. He has explored different mediums such as glassblowing and stained glass.
