Business Details
17 Years
experience
Adrian Design Group | Architectural Excellence in Adrian, MI
Adrian Design Group is a full-service architectural design firm established in 2009, dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for diverse project types. Our expertise spans senior housing communities, healthcare facilities, historic preservation with adaptive reuse, educational institutions, religious facilities, retail/office spaces, and residential design. We prioritize maximizing clients' existing assets through restoration, repurposing, and creating buildings that align with long-term organizational needs while emphasizing environmental sustainability.Our team combines technical proficiency with creative problem-solving, as evidenced by our work on complex projects involving historic buildings, code compliance, and grant coordination. With offices in Adrian, Michigan, we serve clients across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Tennessee, maintaining a strong commitment to community engagement and industry leadership through memberships like the International Code Council.
Services
Architectural Design
Historic Restoration
Sustainable Design
Interior Design
Site Planning
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have 15+ years of experience in architectural design and historic preservation
- Our team includes LEED-certified architects committed to sustainable practices
- We specialize in complex historic building renovations and adaptive reuse
- Our clients praise our cost-effective solutions and creative problem-solving
- We maintain deep expertise in navigating code compliance and grant processes
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
- International Code Council
What people say
High design creativity
Cost-effective solutions
Creative problem-solving
Understand client needs
Easy to work with
Services
Architectural Design
We create innovative architectural solutions for senior housing, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. Our approach combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving to meet functional requirements while achieving aesthetic excellence. Our designs prioritize long-term organizational needs and environmental sustainability.
Historic Restoration
Specializing in historic building renovations, we preserve architectural integrity while implementing modern adaptations. Our team excels at solving structural challenges in older buildings through creative solutions that maintain historical significance while meeting contemporary needs and code requirements.
Sustainable Design
We integrate environmentally responsible practices into every project phase. Our LEED-certified architects develop energy-efficient solutions that reduce environmental impact while maintaining functionality. This includes sustainable material selection and energy-saving design strategies tailored to each project's unique requirements.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on optimizing space functionality and aesthetics. We provide comprehensive solutions including material selection, furniture coordination, and wayfinding systems. Our approach ensures interior spaces align with both practical needs and architectural vision.
Site Planning
We offer comprehensive site planning services including zoning analysis and facility programming. Our team develops strategic master plans that optimize land use while addressing regulatory requirements. This includes feasibility studies and phased implementation strategies for complex development projects.
People
Mike Nicklowitz
Principal Architect
LEED-certified architect with expertise in historic preservation and sustainable design. Registered in four states, Mike combines technical knowledge with creative problem-solving. He holds advanced degrees from the University of Michigan and Lawrence Tech.
Questions
What architectural services does Adrian Design Group offer?
We provide full-service architectural design including historic preservation, sustainable design, interior design, and site planning for senior living, healthcare, education, and religious facilities.
Do you specialize in historic building renovations?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation with adaptive reuse, having completed numerous projects involving complex structural challenges in older buildings while maintaining historical integrity.
Are your architects LEED-certified?
Yes, our principal architect is LEED-certified with expertise in sustainable design practices since our founding in 2009.
How do you handle code compliance challenges?
Our team has extensive experience with code studies and compliance, maintaining membership in the International Code Council to stay current with evolving regulations.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Based in Adrian, Michigan, we serve clients across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Tennessee with projects ranging from senior living facilities to historic preservation projects.
