After studying Architecture and Fine Arts at the University of Pennsylvania, Paul received his Masters of Architecture from Harvard Graduate School of Design. Paul began his career in 1978 at Kosinski Associates in New Haven, CT before joining Catamount Design in Windsor, VT as Principal Architect. In 1994, Paul and David began Cotton Belaski Architectural Services to collaborate on commercial projects such as elementary and secondary schools, recreational facilities, town garages, fire houses, and many other commercial and retail projects. Two decades in, Paul and David have proved an excellent match as they work collaboratively with a focus on creative design coupled with energy efficiency and value efficient construction.