Thomas E. Graul, AIA

Associate Principal Thomas Graul oversees quality assessment for our firm’s construction and coordination processes. With over 30 years of experience working at varying scales of complexity and size, Tom distinguishes himself as an expert technical director, helping to develop and translate innovative designs into reality. Tom’s skills ensure that our firm’s projects reflect a combination of technical excellence, constructability, and remain consistent with building codes and the firm’s commitment to sustainability. Tom is well respected within our firm for his ability to continually refine and improve design and development processes, and he serves as an unmatched resource for all design teams. Since joining CetraRuddy, he has has streamlined workflow by implementing organizational tools and resources such as firm-wide standards for deliverables for each phase of a project, and seminars focused on learning topics for staff training and advancement. Tom holds a Bachelor of Arts from the Department of Architecture, College of Environmental Design from the University of California Berkeley. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects, is part of the Cal Alumni Association, and sits on the UC Berkeley College of Environmental Design Council