TYRESE DOWNIE

DESIGNER

Tyrese is a Designer with a passion for creating spaces that evoke safety, comfort, and inspiration. His early fascination with city skylines and sculptural buildings led him to pursue architecture, earning both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Architecture from UMass Amherst, with earlier undergraduate studies at Hampton University.

Originally from Chicopee, Massachusetts, Tyrese joined Caolo & Bieniek Architects full time after two summer internships with the firm. He is especially interested in educational and residential design and is proud of his graduate thesis, which explored how elementary school environments can support student learning while integrating discreet, effective security measures.

Tyrese is known for being creative, innovative, adaptable, and communicative. He values CBA’s supportive culture, where mentorship and learning are built into the fabric of the workplace. Outside the office, he enjoys collecting vinyl, live music, reading dystopian fiction, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.