OUR TEAM
DESIGNING FOR THE ACTIVE LIFESTYLE.
S3 Design is a human-centered design firm with an expert focus on athletics, fitness, and hospitality— places where the energy and passion of the human spirit thrive. We believe every project is an opportunity to bring more meaning and more vitality into our daily lives. Better health. Stronger relationships. Connected communities. Our mission is to create experiences that engage, energize, and empower people.
We believe in the profound impact of design on an experience, and in turn, on performance and success for our clients. They come to us because they know we’re committed to their vision just as much as they are. Leaders in higher education and athletics, owners of health clubs and country clubs, and operators in hospitality-driven businesses all rely on us to align with their brand and confidently bring their vision to life. Our experience in their markets has provided us with the technical knowledge to overcome their operational challenges with creative solutions.
Through an integrated practice of architecture, planning, interior design, and graphic design, we adapt to the needs of the individual, the environment, and the vision of our partners. Our human-centered design approach considers — first and foremost — the needs of the people within an environment. We define the objectives and intended outcomes, and develop a multifaceted design solution that engages all of our senses, one that is immersive and connects us deeply to the places we love. Not just for the individual, our collective experiences are designed to be meaningful and memorable. Whether we’re celebrating a big win, or finding resilience after a setback, these shared moments strengthen our bonds and unite us in lasting ways.
At S3, our greatest strength lies in our collaborative process. Our approach is grounded in humility and adaptability. We develop personal and genuine connections, deliver expert field knowledge, and create experiences that are not just designed, but felt.
OUR LEADERSHIP
AIA, LEED-AP, Principal, ArchitectSal Canciello
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Sal is a founding principal of S3 Design, and has 30 years of experience in the planning and design of facilities on college and university campuses. He is an award-winning designer with expertise focused on athletics and recreational projects. Central to his work is the execution of projects within the master plan and campus context. He has demonstrated design leadership in meeting project objectives and goals. Sal regularly participates in conferences as a presenter and panel speaker, and has received several awards including an academic fellowship, Henry Adams Certificate and James Britton prize for best thesis design. He is typically involved throughout the project and his collaborative, hands-on approach assures stakeholder input will be a valued part of the design process.
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MA, CT, ME, NH, RI, DC, FL, GA, NC, VA, MD, NY, PA, TX
Principal, Interior DesignerBryan Dunkelberger
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Bryan is a founding principal of S3 Design, and an interior designer with 30 years of professional experience working with a variety of corporate and institutional clients. He has been recognized for expertise in the design and planning of fitness centers and other sports and recreation facilities. His focus is on project leadership and encompasses all phases of design from initial schematic through owner occupancy. Bryan has an extensive understanding of functional relationships, facility flow, performance of materials and finishes. His leadership provides the team with a design approach centered on the creation of a quality user experience that balances and integrates technical and aesthetic priorities.
OUR MA TEAM
Associate PrincipalSteve Fellmeth
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As a Senior Project Designer with over 15 years of experience, Steve graduated with his Masters in 2005 from Northeastern University. He has been a member of the S3 Design team for the past 7+ years leading a variety of fitness projects for clients such as New York Sports Club and Equinox Sports Clubs. In addition to fitness design, Steve has been part of S3 Design’s Athletics Master Planning growth for Division II & III schools. His design skills and understanding of clients’ goals, blended with his love of sports, provide a balanced insight into user’s needs in achieving a successful project. Prior to S3 Design, Steve was part of an award-winning team for the Northeastern University Veterans Memorial competition.
Megan Fitzgerald
Senior Project Designer-
Megan Fitzgerald has over ten years of experience with the majority of those years dedicated to sports design with S3 Design. She brings the ability to visualize space, conceptualize solutions, and develop comprehensive drawings for construction. Megan is an innovative professional capable of dynamic designs with a distinctive tectonic and material sensibility. She works collaboratively and personably with associates and clients.
Project DesignerVilma Draci
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Vilma is a Project Designer with almost 10 years of design experience. Her goal is to bring architectural design into life, creating joyous spaces, and giving meaning to every kind of shape, while enjoying the phases of creation. She brings an attention to detail and is challenged on a daily basis working both individually and as part of a team. Since joining our team at S3 Design, Vilma has brought her enthusiasm, work rigor and BIM experience to project teams.
Elizabeth Coletta
Interior Designer-
Elizabeth is creative and committed with a willingness and determination to make a difference as well as engage, learn, contribute, and become a most-valued team member here at S3 Design.
NCIDQ, IIDA, Interior DesignerWilla Codkind
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Willa Codkind has over ten years of experience in the design industry. As a licensed interior designer, she brings a detail-oriented and animated design aesthetic. Her previous experience in hospitality and senior living projects gives her a unique perspective that she is able to bring to any project. She enjoys working on all aspects of a project, from conception to construction documents, furniture, finishes, and 3D renderings. Willa is a designer capable of thriving in both the technical and artistic facets of a project, working seamlessly with both colleagues and clients.
Patricia Connery
Marketing Coordinator/
Office Administrator-
As the Marketing Coordinator for S3 Design, Patricia brings almost 30 years of experience as a Freelance Graphic Designer. She has a demonstrated history of working in the design industry with skills in Graphics, Logo Design, Typography, and Adobe Creative Suite. She has also used her graphic skills over the years to assist non-profits with their marketing needs. Patricia is a strong arts and design professional with a Bachelor’s Degree focused in Graphic/Studio Arts from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Prior to joining S3, Patricia used her skills to serve as Church Coordinator of The Lutheran Church of the Savior and Brand Coordinator for the Jeff Dahlke for Congress campaign as well as volunteering as VP of Communications for the Boston-based non-profit, Foundation for Faces of Children.
Radu Rus
Senior Project Designer-
Radu is an accomplished Architectural Designer with almost 20 years of experience and a deep passion for creating beautiful and sustainable architecture. His objective is to embraced innovation and utilize his expertise to design functional and visually captivating spaces. With a dedication to delivering projects that not only inspire but also prioritize sustainability, surpassing client expectations, he is enthusiastic about collaborating with the S3 Design team to continuously push the boundaries of architectural design.
OUR FL TEAM
Kevin Chea
Associate AIA, Associate Principal
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Kevin has 15+ years of experience in the A/E/C industry. His wide-ranging background covers real estate & development, construction management, and design and planning in various market sectors of architecture (Residential, Hospitality, Health & Wellness, Themed Entertainment, Higher Education, Government, Dept of Defense). All these tools allow him to have a unique lens on a project and offer a well-rounded approach which incorporates not only the architecture and engineering; but also provides for an understanding and implementation of a client’s intent and their process with their stakeholders. The ability to control and forecast these factors assists with delivering a successful project.
Sarafina Risselin
Project Designer
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A graduate of UCF’s architecture program, Sarafina worked in commercial/retail architecture with a focus on detailed and coordinated construction drawings before joining the S3 Design team. She is a former track & field student-athlete which allows her to apply her experience to her design process. Her competitive spirit is a welcome addition to S3.
Emelly Fernandez
Graphic Designer
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Emelly’s vibrant and fresh perspective on graphic design has been impactful since joining S3 Design Inc. A graduate of the University of Tampa, Emelly began her career creating brand assets and digital marketing campaigns in both independent and collaborative efforts. Her passion for storytelling through experience has led to the transition into the built environment, weaving together elements of graphic design with architecture and interiors. Emelly’s design style thrives on collaboration, research of trends, and creative problem-solving to ensure each project evokes a unique and lasting experience.
Ana Pinango
Project Designer
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With 7+ years of professional experience, Ana recently joined our Florida design team.
Her imagination and conceptualization of innovative ideas balance functionality, aesthetics and sustainability in architectural design. She is trained for supervising and executing work following established deadlines and is always looking for efficient use of resources for the optimization of time. Her philosophy is that the design is not for the architect or the builder, but for the people who will inhabit the space, so meeting all their needs is crucial for the success of the project. It is important to take into that an environmental design goes hand in hand with the mind, body, and emotions in addition to being functional.