Our Work
The Linden
Multi-Family![]()
The Tractor Building Redevelopment
Adaptive Reuse, Multi-Family![]()
Gaither Farm Pool House
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Greenspring Valley Residence
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Hamilton Row
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Sweet Auburn Grande
Adaptive Reuse, Multi-Family![]()
Eastern Avenue Mixed-Use
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Penthouse Renovation
Art Gallery, Single-Family![]()
Federal Hill Townhouse
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Hull Street Mews
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Churchill Street Carriage House
Adaptive Reuse, Multi-Family![]()
SJ2 Mac-12 Apartments
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XOL Art Gallery
Art Gallery, Single-Family![]()
Locust Point Townhouse
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Ellicott City House
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Federal Hill Townhouse 2
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Federal Hill Townhouse 3
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Guilford Kitchen
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The Maples of Stoneleigh Memory Care
Assisted-Living![]()
Home Base
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Senior Staff Members
Martin JW Marren
Senior Principal
Mr. Marren is the Principal of Marren Architects, Inc., an architecture firm he founded in 2003. He is active in the revitalization of Baltimore neighborhoods and has served as Principal-in-charge and Lead Design Architect for block renovations in Eager Park, Federal Hill, and Locust Point. While his focus is on multi-family mixed-use projects, Marren has designed a wide range of buildings including assisted living facilities, co-working spaces, private homes, and condominiums. His work has earned recognition and awards for design excellence from Baltimore Magazine, the American Institute of Architects, and Baltimore Heritage. Mr. Marren received a Bachelor of Science and a Master’s Degree in Architecture, and a Master of Science Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He worked as an architect for firms in Northern California before his relocation to Baltimore. He is accredited by the American Institute of Architects and the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards and is licensed in Maryland and Pennsylvania. Mr. Marren serves as a Board Member of the Baltimore chapter of the American Institute of Architects. He joined BMPCS’ Board of Directors in September 2014 and serves as chair of the Facilities Committee.
Ricardo Cavenecia
Designer
With over 25 years of experience designing buildings globally, Ricardo has established a reputation as a creative and innovative architect. He has collaborated with leading companies in the United States to bring award-winning commercial and mixed-use projects to life across the world. Today, Ricardo is focusing his attention on creating the sustainable dwellings of the future.
His extensive experience and commitment to excellence have made him an invaluable asset in the world of architecture. From the conceptual stages to the final construction, Ricardo works closely with his clients to understand their unique needs and create buildings that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also sustainable and environmentally conscious.
Marren Architects
THOUGHTFUL
We explore multiple expressions to find the solution that most thoughtfully solves the problem.
FUNCTIONAL
We purposefully design our solutions to ensure they function exactly as intended for our clients.
TIMELESS
Our buildings are designed to age beautifully and stand the test of time.
ABOUT US
Marren Architects is an award-winning architecture firm based in Baltimore, dedicated to delivering exceptional design and custom solutions for a wide range of building projects. With a focus on custom homes, multi-family mixed-use developments, and urban-infill housing redevelopment, this dynamic firm is at the forefront of innovative design and sustainable building practices.
Marren Architects has received widespread recognition for their exceptional work, including winning two awards in Baltimore Magazine’s inaugural Home and Design Awards in 2023. The firm’s work has also been featured on the cover of Chesapeake Home + Living for the stunning Gaither Farm pool house and in the Baltimore Sun’s prestigious “Dream Homes” section for their Federal Hill Townhome. The firm has also won accolades for their commitment to historic preservation, earning the Historic Preservation Award for Rehabilitation from Baltimore Heritage for their rehabilitation and redevelopment of 20 historic homes in the Middle East neighborhood of Baltimore.
With a full slate of projects on the boards for 2024, Marren Architects is poised to continue their legacy of excellence. The firm is working on a new multifamily building in the EBDI footprint near Johns Hopkins Hospital and a multifamily development in Brandywine Maryland. In addition, the firm is renovating several historic firehouses in Baltimore City for the Baltimore City Fire Department.
Marren Architects’ commitment to excellence and their passion for design make them a firm to watch in the coming years. Their projects are a testament to their expertise and dedication to creating exceptional buildings that enhance the communities they serve.