Balancing History and Performance: Custom Home Renovation Across Eras  

Along with designing new homes, Daniel Steger, AIA, brings to life visions for reimagined residential spaces from Beacon Hill, the Back Bay, and Boston’s suburbs to the Florida coast, Texas, Vermont, the Sea of Japan, and other locations. His own home was chosen as the primary set for the Academy Award-winning film American Fiction, and his design work has earned him the top award from the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. Along with transforming residences into places his clients seek for their ultimate joy and comfort, Steger’s extracurricular activities include serving as a board member of Envisioning Access. This non-profit organization is dedicated to making it easier for people with physical challenges to live with ease in their own homes. For several years, Steger served as the co-chair of the Boston Society for Architecture’s Residential Design Committee. Topics the committee addressed included creating energy-efficient green homes, custom builds, and technologies to bring residences into a more comfortable future.

Jenny Guggenheim, LEED, Principal Designer + Design Director , Trained at the University of Oregon School of Architecture and Allied Arts and Parsons School of Design in New York, Jenny's strong foundation in design principles have led her to numerous successful and award winning projects in the areas of retail, residential, and commercial typologies. Jenny regularly attends trade events such as Design Week in Milan, Italy, ICFF in New York, and IDS West in Vancouver BC to stay current with furniture and lighting design and to access the design climate in the broader US & abroad. Distinct editing skills, careful space planning, and an emphasis on high quality detailing & materials combine to create lasting and meaningful interior environments.

Marta Dzheneva, PE , is a senior structural engineer with more than 20 years of experience. She focuses on evaluating, repairing, and retrofitting existing buildings, especially for historical preservation and seismic safety. Marta holds a master’s degree in Structural Engineering and is licensed in Washington, Oregon, and Arizona. She’s also a certified Building Safety Evaluator and WASafe coordinator. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Marta has led important projects like seismic assessments for Snohomish County’s emergency centers and upgrades to Seattle City Hall Plaza. She’s also contributed to historic preservation efforts, including work on the Leona Condominiums and the Colonial Grand Pacific. Over the past 12 years at OAC, she’s used her forensic engineering skills to investigate building issues and design practical, lasting repairs. Marta is known for her careful analysis, creative solutions, and strong teamwork. Her work helps buildings perform better and stay safer during earthquakes, making her a respected voice in the field.