Biographies
Norman E. Larson, AIA, LEED AP - Managing Principal
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Jason Moore, AIA, NCARB -
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Matthew Daughdrill -
​Principal
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Norman E. Larson, AIA, LEED AP -
Managing Principal
Norman studied Architecture at Carnegie Mellon University where he graduated in 1989. He joined CPWA in 1996 after six years of practice with firms in Pittsburgh and Denver.
Norman has a particular interest in historic preservation and feels fortunate to have worked on renovations to historic Town Halls, Courthouses, Libraries, Churches, and many Homes. Norman's experience includes Municipal, Commercial, and Institutional work, including projects for many non-profits.
A retired volunteer firefighter and EMT, Norman has also been involved in a number of public-safety related projects. Norman has participated in several design charrettes and has a long history of leadership community-based organizations, including the Lakes Region (NH) affiliate of Habitat for Humanity and the Congregational Church in Center Harbor. He is an elected member of the Moultonborough Planning Board and represents the town on the Lakes Region Planning Commission. Norman is LEED certified and has received awards from the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance and the New Hampshire Home Builders Association.
His downtime revolves around his wife and two sons, now seniors in high school and college and on projects around his home which incorporates a one hundred plus year-old camp dining hall at it's core.
Managing Principal
Norman studied Architecture at Carnegie Mellon University where he graduated in 1989. He joined CPWA in 1996 after six years of practice with firms in Pittsburgh and Denver.
Norman has a particular interest in historic preservation and feels fortunate to have worked on renovations to historic Town Halls, Courthouses, Libraries, Churches, and many Homes. Norman's experience includes Municipal, Commercial, and Institutional work, including projects for many non-profits.
A retired volunteer firefighter and EMT, Norman has also been involved in a number of public-safety related projects. Norman has participated in several design charrettes and has a long history of leadership community-based organizations, including the Lakes Region (NH) affiliate of Habitat for Humanity and the Congregational Church in Center Harbor. He is an elected member of the Moultonborough Planning Board and represents the town on the Lakes Region Planning Commission. Norman is LEED certified and has received awards from the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance and the New Hampshire Home Builders Association.
His downtime revolves around his wife and two sons, now seniors in high school and college and on projects around his home which incorporates a one hundred plus year-old camp dining hall at it's core.
Jason Moore, AIA, NCARB -
Principal
Jason studied Architecture at New York Institute of Technology. He joined CPWA in 2019, bringing with him fourteen years of experience working with several award-winning architectural firms in New York City.
During that time, he has built a portfolio distinguished by versatility, technical rigor, and a deep appreciation for the unique narrative of each commission. He contributed to a wide range of project types, from retail and restaurant environments, office spaces, single-family residences, multi-family housing, and artist studios. His work reflects a thoughtful balance of creativity and discipline, shaped by years of navigating the complexities of design, construction, and client collaboration.
Sustainability has long been a personal and professional priority for Jason. He believes deeply in designing buildings that are energy-efficient, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective for the people who use them. Whether he’s refining early concepts or coordinating final details, he looks for opportunities to integrate smart, sustainable strategies that improve how buildings perform over time.
Outside the studio, Jason cherishes time with his wife and daughter. You’ll often find them exploring New Hampshire’s trails, lakes, and rivers, making the most of the natural beauty that drew them to the region.
Principal
Jason studied Architecture at New York Institute of Technology. He joined CPWA in 2019, bringing with him fourteen years of experience working with several award-winning architectural firms in New York City.
During that time, he has built a portfolio distinguished by versatility, technical rigor, and a deep appreciation for the unique narrative of each commission. He contributed to a wide range of project types, from retail and restaurant environments, office spaces, single-family residences, multi-family housing, and artist studios. His work reflects a thoughtful balance of creativity and discipline, shaped by years of navigating the complexities of design, construction, and client collaboration.
Sustainability has long been a personal and professional priority for Jason. He believes deeply in designing buildings that are energy-efficient, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective for the people who use them. Whether he’s refining early concepts or coordinating final details, he looks for opportunities to integrate smart, sustainable strategies that improve how buildings perform over time.
Outside the studio, Jason cherishes time with his wife and daughter. You’ll often find them exploring New Hampshire’s trails, lakes, and rivers, making the most of the natural beauty that drew them to the region.
Matthew Daughdrill -
Principal
As a 2002 distinguished graduate of the Boston Architectural College, Matt was quickly invited back to his Alma Mater to serve as a faculty member and academic adviser - while concurrently practicing architecture in both Cambridge, Massachusetts and in Portland, Maine. Early in 2013 Matt joined the CPWA team and relocated to the lakes-region of New Hampshire. In NH Matt’s design ethic, his approach to sustainability, his ability to successfully morph historic details with modern design and construction systems as well as his keen eye for detail and innovation when it came to lakes-region vernacular have all consistently been nothing short of spectacular for CPWA. In the last 12 years many of Matt’s projects have landed in design magazines, caught the eye of a Forbes magazine editor in LA and won a great deal of awards; including several AIA and NH Home Awards, several more NH Parade of Homes Awards including the coveted “People’s Choice Award” an additional AIA Award for Interior Design, as well as a televised interview with the American Institute of Architects, over a dozen different trade publications and an unexpected National Register Nomination. During day-to-day life at the office Matt particularly enjoys balancing project workflows in ways that both directly benefit the client’s interests while contributing to quality mentoring and strengthening the careers of his coworkers.
Outside of Architecture, Matt, also and Eagle Scout and lifelong OA member (National Honor Society for Scouting), volunteer’s much of his free time as an Outdoor Leadership Skills (OLS) trained and Youth Protection Certified adult leader, troop committee member and assistant scoutmaster within the now coed Scouting America organization. For approximately 50-60 days and nights out of the calendar year, Matt helps teach and organize a broad spectrum of leadership skills and activities to all scouts between the ages of 11 and 18 – including his daughter.
Principal
As a 2002 distinguished graduate of the Boston Architectural College, Matt was quickly invited back to his Alma Mater to serve as a faculty member and academic adviser - while concurrently practicing architecture in both Cambridge, Massachusetts and in Portland, Maine. Early in 2013 Matt joined the CPWA team and relocated to the lakes-region of New Hampshire. In NH Matt’s design ethic, his approach to sustainability, his ability to successfully morph historic details with modern design and construction systems as well as his keen eye for detail and innovation when it came to lakes-region vernacular have all consistently been nothing short of spectacular for CPWA. In the last 12 years many of Matt’s projects have landed in design magazines, caught the eye of a Forbes magazine editor in LA and won a great deal of awards; including several AIA and NH Home Awards, several more NH Parade of Homes Awards including the coveted “People’s Choice Award” an additional AIA Award for Interior Design, as well as a televised interview with the American Institute of Architects, over a dozen different trade publications and an unexpected National Register Nomination. During day-to-day life at the office Matt particularly enjoys balancing project workflows in ways that both directly benefit the client’s interests while contributing to quality mentoring and strengthening the careers of his coworkers.
Outside of Architecture, Matt, also and Eagle Scout and lifelong OA member (National Honor Society for Scouting), volunteer’s much of his free time as an Outdoor Leadership Skills (OLS) trained and Youth Protection Certified adult leader, troop committee member and assistant scoutmaster within the now coed Scouting America organization. For approximately 50-60 days and nights out of the calendar year, Matt helps teach and organize a broad spectrum of leadership skills and activities to all scouts between the ages of 11 and 18 – including his daughter.
Jane Heinstrom, -
Office Manager
Jane has been an Office Manager wrangling wild architects into the admin corral for many years, most of them in the Boston area. Jane is Ohio-bred and educated (Hiram College) and has been working her way north and east for years, but in New Hampshire she has found her final stop. She joined CPWA in 2003. Jane enjoys playing her ukulele and lives in the home she built with her husband in Sanbornton.
Office Manager
Jane has been an Office Manager wrangling wild architects into the admin corral for many years, most of them in the Boston area. Jane is Ohio-bred and educated (Hiram College) and has been working her way north and east for years, but in New Hampshire she has found her final stop. She joined CPWA in 2003. Jane enjoys playing her ukulele and lives in the home she built with her husband in Sanbornton.
Christopher P. Williams, AIA, NCARB
Founder
Chris founded CPWA in 1984. A graduate of Carnegie-Mellon University, Chris was licensed to practice architecture in New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Massachusetts. Chris was been intensely involved in numerous professional and community-based organizations, such as AIANH, New Hampshire Preservation Alliance, and several Governor's Committees for the State of New Hampshire. Chris has also participated in many community design charrettes and architectural award juries. Chris has lectured throughout the state on topics such as historic preservation, environmentally appropriate architecture, and the role of craftsmanship in architecture. Chris was an avid photographer and kayaker when time permits.
The firm's work has been featured in several books and magazines, including Adirondack Home by Ralph Kylloe, Cabin Fever by Rachel Carley, and Rustic Revisited by Ann Stillman O'Leary.
Many projects have received awards from such organizations as the American Institute of Architects, the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance, Plan NH, and the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of New Hampshire.
Founder
Chris founded CPWA in 1984. A graduate of Carnegie-Mellon University, Chris was licensed to practice architecture in New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Massachusetts. Chris was been intensely involved in numerous professional and community-based organizations, such as AIANH, New Hampshire Preservation Alliance, and several Governor's Committees for the State of New Hampshire. Chris has also participated in many community design charrettes and architectural award juries. Chris has lectured throughout the state on topics such as historic preservation, environmentally appropriate architecture, and the role of craftsmanship in architecture. Chris was an avid photographer and kayaker when time permits.
The firm's work has been featured in several books and magazines, including Adirondack Home by Ralph Kylloe, Cabin Fever by Rachel Carley, and Rustic Revisited by Ann Stillman O'Leary.
Many projects have received awards from such organizations as the American Institute of Architects, the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance, Plan NH, and the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of New Hampshire.
