SK+I - Key Persons
With almost ten years of experience in the mixed-use multifamily industry, Andrew has emerged as a versatile leader and designer who strives to incorporate innovation and sustainable practices across all his projects. Andrew's portfolio consists of affordable housing, senior-living campuses, housing rehabilitation, and several large-scale mixed-use projects, including the new Bryant Street in Northeast DC.
He is a strong team player and uses his varied design experience managing design and construction professionals, project consultants, and code officials to meet client goals while completing creative and highly successful projects. Andrew is involved in many facets of the project, from urban planning and schematic design to crafting construction documents.
Job Titles:
- Architect
- Associate
- Designer
- Principal
Chris Huffer manages the complexity of multifaceted mixed-use projects smoothly and generates workable and creative design solutions. With extensive hands on involvement in a wide variety of projects from ecclesial to residential buildings, Chris brings a vast amount of energy, knowledge, and expertise to the firm. During his time with SK+I, he has developed a depth of knowledge and has become instrumental in design development and coordination of high and mid-rise, multi-family, mixed-use residential projects.
Chris is involved in many facets of the project, from schematic design to the crafting of construction documents. He is a strong team player and collaborates and coordinates with project consultants and code officials. Chris enjoys the challenges of urban, mixed-use development and looks for every opportunity to impact and improve each project. Outside of the office, he is involved in the community and volunteers his time and expertise with AIA DC's Architecture in the Schools Program, DCBIA's Community Improvement Day, and Habitat for Humanity.
Job Titles:
- Principal
- Principal With SK I
Eda Kaya joined SK+I in 2002 and has more than 20 years of experience in architectural design. She has a detailed understanding of the process for large-scale, mixed-use residential design from conception through to construction administration. Her pragmatic and focused approach to design has led to the completion of numerous mixed-use, multi-family residential and historic renovation projects.
In her role, Eda focuses on creating, modifying, and continuously updating the working drawings which dictate how the project is finally constructed. This lengthy process involves much coordination between disciplines, a sharp eye for detail, and limitless patience-all characteristics that Eda possesses in abundance. She possesses a keen attention to detail, project schedule, and budgetary concerns. She is also adept at navigating the numerous and complex requirements of building codes and green building design and serves as an integral part of any team; committed to delivering exceptional design solutions that are responsive to each clients' unique aspirations and goals.
Erin brings nearly 20 years of experience to the SK+I team, with broad experience including interior and exterior detailing, coordination, and project management over various building types.
Erin enjoys working with clients to meet their goals and coordinating integrating aspects of the building for the best functionality while maintaining the design intent. She sees tremendous value in the positive impact her work has on the urban environment, and creating spaces to be enjoyed on a personal level.
Jeremy Arnold has designed and managed dozens of projects in the Washington, D.C. area over the past 20 years. Jeremy is a creative and natural problem-solver with a passion to impact and improve the built environment and our communities in a meaningful way. From historic renovations to restaurants, to large multifamily buildings, he has gained the experience and perspective necessary to successfully oversee projects from initial meeting to project completion. Jeremy's keen attention to detail, critical thinking, and eye for design allow him to flourish beyond client expectations.
Job Titles:
- Marketing Coordinator
- Marketing / Press
Job Titles:
- Co - Founder
- Executive Vice President
Job Titles:
- Executive Administrator
- Operations Manager
Job Titles:
- Principal, Urban Design Planning
Toygun Mar is a Principal, design leader, and sustainability advocate. His experience spans over 20 years of diverse, international experience in the planning and design of large-scale, mixed-use projects for a variety of corporate, commercial, hospitality, institutional, and residential clients and developers of various sizes. Building on his vast and varied experience-extending the full spectrum of the building process from design to hands-on construction-Toygun has successfully managed several large-scale, mixed-use projects, spanning from Florida to New Jersey, throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. He has a comprehensive understanding of the marketplace and coupled with his vast and varied design and construction experience, he is a mentor and inspiration to his team.
He has the ability to develop and maintain a solid, repeat client base through providing excellent service and is adept at establishing a solid rapport with contractors, subcontractors, engineers, building officials, property, facilities managers, leasing agents, and the end-user. His highly collaborative and strategic approach allows him to exceed client expectations and ensure that all stakeholders achieve their project goals. Toygun believes that thoughtful design and the built environment have a profound effect on people's day-to-day lives and is committed to sustainable architecture that results in smarter, more diverse, and connected neighborhoods.
Job Titles:
- Creative and Versatile Designer
Yavuz Goncu is a creative and versatile designer with over 15 years of diverse experience in architecture, design development, graphics, motion design, and project management. He has experience with a variety of clients spanning from NASA, Four Seasons, and Under Armour and has worked on more than $20 billion of projects. He has been a key designer in the architectural visioning of numerous urban revitalizations such as Port Convington and Harbor East in Baltimore, Bryant Street in Washington, DC, Downtown South in Raleigh, NC and River North in Nashville, TN. Yavuz is passionate about good design and inspiring architecture, always keeping an eye open to the future of technology and intuitive design.