Our Local Team
Learn About R.E. McNamara, Inc. in Buffalo, New York
client-focused company
R.E. McNamara, Inc. is a small, client-focused company that specializes in creating exceptional interior and exterior designs since 1976. We work with discerning residential and commercial clients who desire exceptional quality, elegant design, and attention to every detail.
spectacular projects
Visit our gallery to view some of the spectacular projects that the R.E. McNamara, Inc. team has created for clients. Projects showcased on our gallery range from small kitchen and bath renovations to luxury whole-house renovations.
We Have Over 40 Years of Experience
diversified professional team
R.E. McNamara, Inc. has a diversified professional team who manage all project phases from initial design to completion. Our full-service contracting team designs unique and functional spaces, manufactures specialty cabinetry and millwork, sources distinctive design elements, and installs all project components.
Office
Rich McNamara
President/Owner
Rich is the President and owner of R.E. McNamara, Inc. He started his contracting business when he was just 17 years old, and his business continues to grow because his customers value his integrity, craftsmanship and ability to visualize and design spaces that complement their own taste. Rich enjoys learning and expanding his expertise in many different fields, new products and approaches to construction. Since 1976, he has used his ability to hire and nurture skilled craftsman to build a team of more than 25 talented professionals who share his commitment to quality work and customer service. His commitment to the community is reflected in his extensive involvement in the Town of Clarence, his role as a youth hockey coach, and his leadership in Northern Erie Sno-Seekers, Inc., a large snowmobiling organization in Western New York.
Eric Naish
Lead Designer and Project Manager
Eric is the lead designer and project manager at R.E. McNamara Inc. He joined the team in 2011, bringing with him his experience in design, custom cabinet production management, and project coordination to facilitate high-end home and business remodels. He also maintains a background in landscape design and installation, providing his clients all-inclusive exterior renovations. Collectively, Eric has been in the design and build field for over 20 years. Outside of work, Eric enjoys traveling and spending time with his family.
Patrick McNamara
Estimator and Project Manager
Patrick is an estimator and project manager with R.E. McNamara, Inc., focusing on both residential and commercial projects. He officially started his career with R.E. McNamara, Inc., Inc. in 2012 as a field carpenter, however he has worked in the construction industry for most of his life. He has a Bachelors in Business/Finance from the University at Buffalo and also is a licensed real estate sales person in the WNY area. Patrick has a passion for construction and real estate and is committed to making a better Buffalo. In addition to his work at R.E. McNamara, Inc., Patrick loves to travel. He has lived in Barcelona and traveled throughout Europe. He also loves snowboarding, snowmobiling, hockey and fitness. He was born and raised in the Buffalo area and currently lives in Lancaster with his fiance Sarah and two dogs Luna and Logan.
Denine Pappalardo
Designer
Denine started with R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2018 as a designer. She meets and consults with residential clients on kitchen, bath, laundry room, and closet renovations. She works collaboratively with clients to provide design options appropriate for their unique set of circumstances and lifestyle taking into account function, ease of use and movement in spaces. Denine’s experience includes work done in Toronto, Rochester, Syracuse, Buffalo, South Florida and South Carolina (Regnier Interiors) and she has even been featured on HGTV. Outside of work, Denine enjoys traveling, hiking, biking, cooking ethnic foods and sharing the culinary delights with friends and family.
Dina Belous
Architectural Designer & Project Manager
Dina joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2018. She is of Belarussian descent and was born in Riga, Latvia. Dina has grown up in this industry as her father is a high-end cabinet maker/carpenter, her mother was an architect and she helped her father remodel houses as a teenager. She graduated from Highline College in Seattle, WA, previously worked at American Design, Inc. in Tacoma, WA and has been practicing design ever since. Dina focuses on interior design, architectural design, drafting and project management. She has experience in all aspects of design, including space planning, color and material selection, as well as furniture and window treatment selection. In her spare time, Dina enjoys traveling, hiking, camping, photography, baking, and doing crafts with her two kids, Zoey & Liam.
CABINET SHOP
Kyle Perry
Shop Supervisor
Kyle is the custom cabinet shop supervisor. He is a master cabinet maker with over 20 years of experience in fine cabinetry production and custom finishes, focusing on high-end residential cabinetry, commercial-grade millwork, cabinetry and staircases. He joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2012 after roles as the production manager at Sadlo Lumber and Potter Lumber. Kyle started in 1994 in the commercial millwork industry. He has a degree in wood production technology from SUNY Morrisville. His experience includes staircases and high-end residential as well as commercial grade cabinetry. Kyle grew up in Genesee County and currently lives in Alden with his wife and two kids.
Mike Tober
Joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2011.
Jeff Fischer
Joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2017.
FIELD
Mike Urso
Field Supervisor
Mike is a field supervisor and lead installer who specializes in all phases of residential remodeling. After high school, Mike joined the Air Force as an Avionics technician for 4 years. After returning from the Air Force, Mike went on to work for his father’s construction company for 15 years and then joined the R.E. McNamara, Inc. team in 2010. As a licensed electrician, Mike is highly skilled in all facets of home remodeling including, but not limited to, framing, plumbing, tile, electric, doors and trim. Outside of work, Mike is the VP of his son’s youth football league and enjoys coaching his son’s team.
Alan Pilarski
Lead Carpenter
Alan joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2013 and has worked his way to becoming a lead carpenter. He has a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a Master’s degree in renewable energy. Alan’s experience includes a wide variety of interior and exterior remodeling projects, including kitchens, bathrooms, full-house renovations, front porches and pool houses. He most enjoys electrical, trim work, and cabinetry. In his spare time, he loves wood working, dirt biking, hiking, kayaking, traveling, and spending time with his dog, Betti.
Steve Mancari
Carpenter
Joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2014.
Chad Robbins
Painter
Joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2016.
Adam Patro
Carpenter
Joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2017.
Pat Mitchell
Carpenter
Joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2003.
Lee Schmidt
Painter
Joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2014.
Mike Pokojski
Window Installer
Joined R.E. McNamara, Inc. in 2015.
Troy Boller
Carpenter
Joined RE McNamara in 2019
Jake Weber
Carpenter
Joined RE McNamara in 2018