Our Team
Francesco Serafini
Principal
B. Arch. Sc., B. Arch., OAA, RAIC
Frank is the Principal and founder of the firm. Established in 2010 as Francesco Serafini Architect – Frank has over 39 years of experience in the field of architecture. Knowledge and experience includes commercial, retail, residential, assembly, institutional and heritage projects. Having acquired a Bachelor of Technology in Architectural Science from Ryerson University followed by a Bachelor of Architecture Degree from Lawrence University in Michigan has provided Frank with the flexibility of international knowledge. The firm has earned a reputation for innovative and functional design solutions. Frank has developed a project-management based approach to architectural project delivery, affording clients significant benefits.
Sergiy Kitaygora
Senior Technologist & Project Manager
B. Arch. Tech., LEED© AP
Sergiy brings design and technical experience to the firm. He is highly skilled in communicating with clients, consultants and contractors. Sergiy’s strength is in listening to his client’s needs and requirements, applying his creativity at the early design stages to create innovative solutions tailored to their needs. Sergiy is involved on all aspects of projects, starting from schematic design phase through to construction administration, with a focus on incorporating sustainable design strategies and technical expertise where applicable with respect to client needs and budget.
Keegan McGowan
Intern Architect
B. A. S., M. Arch.
Keegan hold an Honors degree, and Master’s degree with high commendations in Architectural Studies from Laurentian University’s McEwen School of Architecture. Keegan joined the team in early 2022 as an Intern Architect. Since beginning at FSA he has worked on varying types of residential projects from interior renovations to new build condominiums. Keegan’s past experience as a BIM Assistant has been an asset to the team working in architectural software. Keegan’s past research has covered discrepancies in standardized healthcare facilities when addressing the queer community of Toronto, Ontario which he was awarded the Architecture and Society award from the McEwen School of Architecture.
Konstantin Manukyan
Intern Architect
B. A. S., M. Arch.
Konstantin is a recent graduate from the McEwen School of Architecture with a passion for local architectural history. He joined FSA immediately following his master’s thesis defense on the role of history in placemaking and architecture as activism. Konstantin was brought on as an architectural co-op student in the spring of 2022 and has since worked on several projects at multiple stages of development, including the preparation of construction drawings, permit applications, and direct correspondence with the client.