Andrew DaCosta AIA, NCARB

Andrew joined Cooper Carry in 2014 and returned to the firm in 2022. Promoted to Principal in 2026, he serves as Director of Design, championing design excellence across the firm. Andrew believes architecture begins with a story and should evoke an emotional response. As a proponent of collaborative design, he explores problems and solutions from multiple viewpoints and seeks out team members and clients to share their perspectives. This collaborative approach is critical to creating thoughtful and engaging design solutions. His background in software design enhances his ability to think strategically while solving complex implementation challenges. He has experience in office, residential, hospitality, and mixed-use developments of varying scale.

Andrew earned his Bachelor of Architecture from Kennesaw State University. He is a registered architect and a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). Born and raised in Jamaica, Andrew is always seeking his next travel destination to experience new cultures, discover great food, and meet interesting people.