Transforming futures.

Universities and colleges transform futures. As educational institutions respond to today’s social and economic challenges, they face increased competition for funding, students and faculty. We approach academic design as co-creating with our clients to address this reality and advance strategic goals while building cost-effective, evidence-based frameworks that enhance learning outcomes. We have experience that spans STEM and STEAM facilities, simulation design, student life centers, state-of-the-art libraries, sports and recreation, and integrated academic buildings. Our professionals apply intersecting disciplines of architecture, engineering, interior design, planning, strategic research and branded environments to help institutions inspire creativity, invite exploration and offer a transformative setting for students and faculty.

Meet the team

  • Cindy McCleary, AIA

    Vice President
    Senior Director - Institutional

    Cindy’s career includes experience with over thirty law enforcement/public safety projects providing planning expertise in criminal justice, forensics, evidence, training, holding and emergency response facilities.
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  • Dan Yudchitz, AIA

    Vice President
    Design Director

    Dan’s career has been focused on the design of public, workplace, institutional and educational facilities. He is dedicated and devoted to working with clients to achieve solutions that are both pragmatic and creative.

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  • Kristi Nohavec, AIA, PE

    Senior Associate
    Market Sector Leader - Education

    Kristi’s creativity, wit, and analytical thought are complemented by her ability to lead by example, connecting with others to harness indivdiual strengths into collaborative solutions for clients.

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  • Portrait of Anya Grant, market sector leader for civic.

    Anya Grant, AIA

    Associate
    Market Sector Leader - Civic

    Anya Grant’s 13-year career has encompassed programming, planning and design for higher education. She is an excellent communicator who actively engages clients and community in the design process.

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  • Martha Pacini

    Senior Associate
    Business Development - Central

    Martha Is an experienced business development professional, passionate leader, and excellent communicator.

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  • Kelly Ptacek

    Associate
    Business Development - Midwest

    Kelly Ptacek is a client relations and business development specialist focused on building strong, trusted partnerships. She connects clients with the firm’s multidisciplinary expertise to align goals, strategy, and outcomes.

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Featured projects

  • Palm Beach Atlantic University, Marshall and Vera Lea Business Hall

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  • George Washington University, Corcoran School of the Arts & Design

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  • University of Maryland, Thurgood Marshall Hall, School of Public Policy

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  • Wayne State College, Benthack Hall

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  • Georgia Gwinnett College, Kaufman Library

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  • Winona State University, Education Village

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  • Miami-Dade College, School of Justice Tactical Training Facility

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  • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott - STEM Facility

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  • Wake Tech , Public Safety Simulation Complex

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  • UNMC Core Building

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  • Creighton University, Skutt Center Renovation

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  • Peru State College, Indoor Rec Center & Athletic Improvements

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Perspectives

Perspectives
Preserving civic architecture on a budget: Five Questions with Michael Bjornberg
Preserving civic architecture on a budget: Five Questions with Michael Bjornberg

Historic Preservation expert Michael Bjornberg, FAIA, skillfully navigates regulatory requirements to perform historic preservation work that meets a building owner’s needs. In this edition of 5 Questions, he talks about how to do this work on public projects, even when budgets are tight.

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Lighting and Sustainability Facilitate ‘Doing Good’ at Thurgood Marshall Hall
Lighting and Sustainability Facilitate ‘Doing Good’ at Thurgood Marshall Hall

Thurgood Marshall Hall, home to the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, stands at the heart of a new entrance to campus as a highly visible symbol of the university’s dedication to serving the public good. Our design team incorporated a wide variety of sustainability features into this LEED® Gold building, and wellness was a special focus.

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