Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Columbus, Ohio
Founded in 1944, Schooley Caldwell has dedicated over seven decades to creating impactful architectural solutions that strengthen communities. Our team of architects, interior designers, and planners prioritizes collaboration with clients to deliver projects that reflect cultural values and foster thriving environments. With expertise in civic/government facilities, academic spaces, student housing, and historic preservation, we combine progressive thinking with technical precision to address diverse project needs. Our portfolio spans public and private sectors, including multi-family residential, cultural facilities, and mixed-use developments. We emphasize adaptability in design, ensuring flexibility to meet evolving project requirements while maintaining a commitment to sustainability and community impact.Through rigorous code analysis, feasibility studies, and project management, we guide clients from concept to completion. Our leadership in historic preservation and adaptive reuse demonstrates our dedication to environmental stewardship and cultural heritage. Recognized as a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), we bring diverse perspectives to every project. With offices in Columbus, Ohio, we serve clients across Ohio and beyond, delivering innovative solutions for complex architectural challenges. Our mission remains unchanged since our founding: to build a better world through thoughtful, collaborative design.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Historic Preservation
Facility Assessments
Feasibility Studies
Master Plans
Code Analysis
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1944
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of architectural expertise in Columbus and beyond.
- Our collaborative approach ensures designs reflect client needs and community values.
- We specialize in historic preservation and sustainable adaptive reuse projects.
- Our diverse portfolio includes award-winning civic, academic, and residential developments.
- We provide comprehensive services from feasibility studies to project completion.
Associations and certifications
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Services
Architecture
Schooley Caldwell provides comprehensive architectural services for civic, academic, and commercial projects. Our team creates functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet client needs while complying with building codes and sustainability standards. We specialize in designing environments that foster community engagement and cultural growth.
Historic Preservation
Our historic preservation experts specialize in restoring and adapting historic buildings for modern use. We combine technical expertise with cultural sensitivity to maintain architectural integrity while implementing sustainable solutions. Services include feasibility studies, tax credit applications, and adaptive reuse planning for protected structures.
Interior Design
We create innovative interior environments tailored to client requirements across residential, commercial, and institutional sectors. Our designs optimize functionality and aesthetics while addressing accessibility, safety, and environmental considerations. The team specializes in multi-family housing and commercial interior solutions.
Feasibility Studies
Our feasibility studies evaluate technical, financial, and regulatory aspects of development projects. We assess site potential, code compliance, and cost implications to help clients make informed decisions about project viability and implementation strategies.
Master Plans
We develop comprehensive master plans for urban, campus, and mixed-use developments. Our approach integrates land use, transportation, sustainability, and community needs to create visionary yet implementable long-term development strategies that enhance environmental and economic value.
People
Kalpa Baghasingh
Vice President, Architect
AIA and LEED AP-certified architect with expertise in sustainable design and project leadership. Specializes in creating innovative solutions for complex architectural challenges while maintaining environmental responsibility.
Sam Rosenthal
Principal Architect
Experienced architect known for technical expertise in building codes and historic preservation. Focuses on delivering practical, code-compliant solutions while maintaining design integrity for diverse project types.
Paula Ryan
Senior Director, Business Development
Marketing and business development leader with extensive experience promoting architectural services. Specializes in client relations, strategic growth initiatives, and industry networking to expand firm opportunities.
Questions
What architectural services does Schooley Caldwell offer?
We provide full-service architecture, interior design, historic preservation, feasibility studies, master planning, and code compliance services for diverse project types.
How long has Schooley Caldwell been in business?
Founded in 1944, we have over 70 years of experience delivering architectural solutions in Columbus and beyond.
Do you specialize in historic building restoration?
Yes, we're recognized experts in historic preservation, including adaptive reuse and tax credit applications for protected structures.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Columbus, Ohio, we work on projects throughout Ohio and have completed commissions in Minnesota, Kansas, and other states.
How does Schooley Caldwell approach sustainable design?
We integrate environmental considerations through adaptive reuse, energy-efficient solutions, and LEED-certified practices across all project phases.
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