Founded in 1982 as MCA Architecture Planning Interiors by Stephen Cuddy and Dan McAuliffe, the firm grew into one of Napa’s most enduring design practices. After early offices in Sacramento and Fairfield, Cuddy relocated to Napa in 1998, where he established deep community roots.
By 2004, the firm designed and built its permanent home at 855 Bordeaux Way. In 2012, it rebranded as Napa Design Partners, welcoming a new generation of architects while carrying forward its legacy of thoughtful design.
Over the years, the firm has led projects for both public and private clients, from the County of Napa and UC Davis Medical Center to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Landmark local work includes the Historic Napa Mill and Hatt Buildings, home to the Napa River Inn, and Napa Square, a LEED Gold-certified downtown development.
“Our commitment has always been to integrity, creativity, and lasting impact,” says Cuddy.
