Education:
1978       Master of Arts in Architecture, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
1973       Bachelor of Architectural Design, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
 
Registration:
1985       State of Maryland: Architect
1982       State of Florida:  Architect
1974       State of Florida: Class ‘A’ General Contractor’s License
 
Experience Profile:
Mr. Halpern is the founder and principal architect of Halpern Architects. His 30-plus years of practice, combined with his involvement in a wide variety of project types, enable him to bring diverse experience to the firm. Mr. Halpern has particular expertise in the design of waterfront houses, structural theory, and historic preservation. He has been active in the Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, and has recently served as the Architectural Consultant to the Historic Preservation Commission for the City of Annapolis. His work as Chair of the CBC/AIA Historic Preservation Committee was recognized in 2002 by the Annapolis Historic Preservation Commission and the Historic Annapolis Foundation, which awarded him their Community Preservation Award. He has also served on the board of directors of the Maryland Hall for the Performing Arts.