Frank Muraca
President & Chief Development Officer
Since forming ARCH Consultants, Frank Muraca has managed the building process for a wide variety of building types, specializing in senior environments. Working with clients on both new construction and remodeling of occupied facilities, he has expanded his experience with mixed-use buildings involving residential, commercial, dining services, fitness, health care, auditorium and light retail components.
Frank’s 35+ years of expertise encompass all aspects of development and construction from strategic planning, finance, constructability and on-site construction observation to post-occupancy evaluation. He is a LEED AP and has a strong interest in sustainable design.
His experience includes serving as Project Architect and Manager at large and national design firms, moving from design to managing and leading teams of designers. Eventually, he led a consulting division within a full-service architectural and engineering firm, specializing in development. His interests in development management led him to a construction consulting and cost estimating firm, where he led owner’s representation on numerous projects, employing varying design and construction delivery methods.
Frank has published articles and presented topics on project management and planning practices for building and development at regional and national forums.
Education
Frank received his Bachelor of Arts and Sciences degree from Loyola University and his Master of Architecture degree from the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Professional Affiliations
Frank is a member of the American Institute of Architects and a LEED Accredited Professional. His professional associations include LeadingAge, the United States Green Building Council and the Urban Land Institute. Frank is also a member of the Board of Directors for Creating Foundations For Hope.
Relevant Publications
“Managing Budgets for LTC Building Projects,” Long-Term Living Online Magazine, July 2012
“An Integrated Approach to Building,” Nursing Homes Long Term Care Management, June 2007
“Controlling Budgets to Maximize Quality,” Assisted Living Success, November 2002