Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Architectural Solutions in Columbus, OH
FMS Architects is a full-service architectural, interior design, and planning firm based in Columbus, Ohio, with a 90-year legacy of continuous learning and growth. Our approach prioritizes community needs, client collaboration, and innovative problem-solving across diverse project types, including academic, medical, retail, and religious facilities. We maintain a team of licensed architects, LEED-accredited professionals, and interior designers committed to advancing design excellence and preserving historical significance. Our work spans pre-design programming, construction documentation, and post-construction evaluation, ensuring comprehensive project support.We emphasize hands-on involvement from design through construction administration, as demonstrated in our restoration of the historic Lonz Winery. Our leadership team includes professionals registered in multiple states with expertise in education, historic preservation, and international projects. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, offering internships and career opportunities for emerging architects to grow alongside experienced mentors.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Planning
Historic Preservation
Construction Documentation
LEED Certification
Pre-Design Programming
Post-Construction Evaluation
Campus Renovations
State Park Facilities
Tenant Services
Details
- Year established: 1932
Highlights and features
- 90 years of architectural expertise with licensed professionals in 49 states
- Full-service firm handling projects from pre-design to construction administration
- LEED-accredited professionals specializing in sustainable design practices
- Hands-on approach with direct involvement in complex historic restorations
- Team includes educators and specialists in academic, medical, and international projects
Associations and certifications
- LEED
- NCIDQ Certified Interior Designer
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services combine creative vision with technical expertise to create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. We work across multiple sectors including education, healthcare, and commercial projects. Our approach emphasizes client collaboration and community impact while maintaining strict adherence to building codes and sustainability standards.
Historic Preservation
Specialized historic preservation services focus on maintaining architectural integrity while implementing modern safety standards. Our team has extensive experience with National Historic Register properties, including complex structural stabilization and period-accurate material restoration techniques for buildings like the Lonz Winery.
LEED Certification
LEED certification services help clients achieve sustainable building goals through energy-efficient design strategies and environmentally responsible material selection. Our LEED-accredited professionals guide projects through the certification process while balancing budgetary constraints and functional requirements.
Construction Documentation
Comprehensive construction documentation services produce detailed technical drawings and specifications for all project phases. We utilize advanced 3D scanning technology and BIM software to ensure accuracy, coordinating with structural, mechanical, and civil engineers to create complete construction packages.
Pre-Design Programming
Pre-design programming establishes clear project parameters through site analysis, budget forecasting, and functional requirement assessments. Our team conducts thorough feasibility studies and code compliance reviews to create strategic roadmaps that guide successful project execution from concept to completion.
People
David Youse
President & Principal
AIA, NCARB, CSI-certified architect with 49 state registrations and 30+ years of experience. Led major projects including Scott's Miracle-Gro headquarters expansion and Red Roof Inn Columbus. Served as AIA Columbus Board President and COSI Facilities Board member.
Mike Paplow
Principal
AIA-certified architect and former Ohio State University professor specializing in higher education and K-12 projects. Notable work includes Evans Scholars House and historic restorations like Columbus North Market. Holds architecture degrees from Dartmouth and Yale.
Aleksandr Daskalov
Vice President, Senior Project Manager
AIA, LEED AP-certified architect with international experience across Russia, China, and Dubai. Specializes in state park facilities and historic projects like Lonz Winery restoration. Coordinates with Ohio Department of Natural Resources on campground master planning.
Vaughn Benson
Vice President, Senior Project Manager
AIA-certified architect registered in New York with expertise in financial institution projects and construction administration. Led documentation for Hocking College renovations and Mid-East Career Technology Centers while maintaining design integrity through construction phases.
Questions
What architectural services does FMS Architects offer?
We provide full-service architectural design, interior planning, historic preservation, LEED certification, and construction documentation for academic, medical, retail, and religious clients.
How long has FMS Architects been in business?
FMS Architects has served clients for 90 years since our founding in 1932, maintaining continuous operation through three generations of architectural practice.
Do you work on historic building restoration projects?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation with notable projects including Lonz Winery restoration and Southern Theatre rehabilitation, combining modern safety standards with period-accurate design elements.
Are your architects licensed in multiple states?
Our team includes architects licensed in 49 states plus DC, with LEED-certified professionals and NCIDQ-certified interior designers providing nationwide project capabilities.
What construction project phases do you handle?
We manage all phases from pre-design programming through construction administration, including site analysis, schematic design, permit acquisition, and post-construction evaluation services.
Do you offer internship opportunities for students?
Yes, we provide structured internships for architecture students with hands-on experience in design, documentation, and construction administration under professional mentorship.
