Business Details
Expert Architectural & Engineering Solutions in Forsyth, IL
Architectural Expressions (AEX) has delivered professional architectural and design services for over seven decades, combining creativity with engineering precision. Since expanding into a full-service architectural and engineering firm in 1995, we have prioritized integrated project design to enhance client environments. Our team specializes in healthcare, commercial, educational, and industrial projects, emphasizing sustainability and code compliance.With multi-state licensed professionals, including LEED Accredited Practitioners and ASHRAE members, we focus on energy efficiency and tailored solutions. Our principals bring decades of experience in healthcare design, municipal projects, and MEP engineering, ensuring client spaces are functional, safe, and innovative. We are committed to community engagement and maintaining industry leadership through design excellence and technical expertise.
Services
Architectural Design
Structural Design
Interior Design
HVAC Engineering
Plumbing Systems
Fire Protection
Sustainability/LEED
Energy Audits
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of combined experience in architectural and engineering design.
- Our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals and multi-state licensed architects.
- We specialize in healthcare facility design with proven project management expertise.
- Our integrated approach combines creativity with technical precision for optimal results.
- We prioritize energy efficiency and sustainability in all our engineering solutions.
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
- American Institute of Architects
- ASHRAE
- National Fire Protection Association
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services create custom spaces for residential, commercial, and institutional clients. We focus on functionality, aesthetics, and code compliance. Our team integrates client needs with sustainable practices to deliver innovative, future-ready environments.
HVAC Engineering
We design efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems tailored to building requirements. Our engineers optimize energy use while ensuring comfort and compliance with ASHRAE standards. Solutions include energy recovery and utility incentive programs.
Sustainability/LEED
Our LEED Accredited Professionals guide projects toward sustainability goals and certification. Services include energy audits, material selection, and systems integration to reduce environmental impact while maximizing cost savings and operational efficiency.
Fire Protection
We implement NFPA-compliant fire protection systems, including sprinklers, alarms, and suppression methods. Our designs balance safety requirements with building functionality, ensuring code adherence and occupant security across all project types.
Energy Audits
Our energy audits identify savings opportunities through system evaluations and incentive programs. Engineers assess HVAC, lighting, and insulation to recommend upgrades that reduce costs and environmental impact while improving building performance.
People
Lawrence Livergood
Firm Principal
Managing principal with expertise in healthcare, industrial, and municipal architecture. Licensed Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, overseeing complex projects across multiple states with a focus on design excellence.
James Fouse
Firm Principal
LEED Accredited healthcare design specialist managing major projects. Active in community development and professional organizations, with extensive experience in hospital and medical facility planning and execution.
Ryan Anderson
Firm Principal
Senior architect specializing in healthcare projects, coordinating design and management for large-scale facilities. Member of the American Institute of Architects, contributing to innovative solutions for medical and institutional spaces.
Brian Kesler
Firm Principal
Healthcare-focused architect with deep project management experience. Collaborates on complex medical facility designs, ensuring technical precision and alignment with client needs while maintaining AIA standards.
Patrick Corrigan
Firm Principal
Mechanical engineer with expertise in MEP systems and international codes. Specializes in energy-efficient upgrades, utility incentives, and HVAC design for diverse projects ranging from industrial facilities to commercial renovations.
Questions
What industries does Architectural Expressions specialize in?
We focus on healthcare, commercial, industrial, educational, and municipal projects, with particular expertise in healthcare facility design and sustainable engineering solutions.
Are your architects licensed in multiple states?
Yes, our principals include multi-state licensed architects and LEED Accredited Professionals, enabling us to manage projects across various jurisdictions with code compliance expertise.
Do you offer energy efficiency consulting services?
Our engineers provide energy audits, system optimization, and utility incentive program assistance to help clients reduce operational costs and environmental impact through sustainable upgrades.
What engineering disciplines do you cover?
We offer mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and fire protection engineering services, integrating these systems seamlessly with architectural designs for comprehensive project solutions.
How does AEX approach healthcare facility design?
Our healthcare design prioritizes patient safety, regulatory compliance, and functional efficiency, supported by principals with decades of experience in hospital and medical facility planning nationwide.
Can you handle large-scale institutional projects?
Yes, our team manages complex institutional projects from concept through completion, combining architectural vision with technical engineering to meet budgetary and operational requirements.