People

Architecture is a human endeavor.
Meet the people behind cove—architects, strategists, and researchers working together to design spaces that endure.

Leadership

This team shapes our direction across architecture, technology, and growth—uniting bold vision with operational clarity.

Sandeep Ahuja

Co-Founder & CEO

Sandeep has spearheaded advanced design practices for over a decade, blending creative insight with rigorous technical methods. Frequently recognized in industry publications, she shares her expertise at global forums, highlighting the future of built environments.

Patrick Chopson

Co-Founder & Principal, AIA

With 20 years of architectural and engineering experience, Patrick bridges creativity and performance. He guides design and product development to ensure architects have intuitive tools that translate design vision into tangible results.

Ed Akins

Principal, AIA

Over two decades of architectural practice inform Ed’s strategic approach. He fosters dynamic collaborations with forward-thinking firms, pushing modern building design beyond conventional limits.

Luca Maffey

Design Principal, Int. Assoc. AIA, OAR

Luca brings 20+ years of global design leadership, spanning hospitality, office, residential, and mixed-use projects. A TEDx speaker and published contributor, known for visionary concepts, he merges deep cultural insight with contextual design.

Pete Eisen

Head of Growth & Partnerships

Pete leads growth by building trust-based relationships with clients. He helps teams navigate complex decisions and align on architecture that delivers clarity, performance, and long-term value.

Krystl Black

SVP, Marketing & Strategic Communications

Krystl shapes the public narrative around emerging design innovations. By highlighting the firm’s accomplishments, she ensures architects worldwide recognize the transformative potential of technology-driven solutions.

Martin Clary

Director of Software

Martin leads the development of our cutting-edge software solutions that power our AI-driven architectural services. His expertise in software engineering ensures our technology remains at the forefront of innovation.

What We Do Best

Collectively, our team specializes in design excellence across building types—supporting real estate teams from site studies through construction with clear, confident execution.

We bring expertise in:
• Site planning, zoning, and massing studies
• Code analysis and permitting strategy
• Design development and documentation (BIM)
• Cost-conscious constructability reviews
• Parametric and computational design workflows
• Multi-site and portfolio-wide coordination