Business Details
Award-Winning Architecture & Design Solutions
At MSA Architects, we approach architecture as a collaborative journey rooted in relationships. Our practice spans new builds, renovations, and historic preservation, with a focus on creating spaces that reflect our clients' visions and endure across generations. Our team of architects, interior designers, and graphic designers works innovatively to solve complex challenges while maintaining flexibility and engagement throughout the design process. We specialize in crafting environments that connect people to purpose, whether through civic spaces, educational facilities, or corporate interiors. Our commitment to storytelling through design ensures every project enhances business, cultural, and community experiences. With decades of collective experience, we combine technical expertise in materials, lighting, and engineering with a passion for pushing boundaries.Our award-winning work in higher education, sports facilities, and historic rehabilitation demonstrates our ability to transform ideas into impactful structures. We prioritize transparency and collaboration, ensuring our clients see themselves reflected in every completed project. From concept to completion, we streamline processes for historic tax credits and preservation guidelines, working directly with government agencies to meet regulatory requirements. Our multidisciplinary approach extends to experiential graphic design, where visual elements complete spatial narratives. Recognized nationally for design excellence, we continue to innovate while maintaining the personal touch of a boutique firm.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Graphic Design
Historic Preservation
Experiential Design
Building Renovation
Environmental Graphics
Space Planning
Design Consultation
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We maintain decades-long client relationships through collaborative design processes
- Our in-house historic preservation experts streamline regulatory compliance
- Award-winning work recognized by Cincinnati Design Awards and Davey Awards
- Multidisciplinary team integrates architecture, interiors, and graphic design seamlessly
- Specialized expertise in higher education and sports facility design
Services
Architecture
Our architectural practice creates innovative structures that balance functionality with aesthetic impact. We specialize in new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects across educational, civic, and corporate sectors. Our team combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving to deliver spaces that reflect client visions while meeting modern standards.
Interior Design
We craft interior environments that enhance user experiences through strategic spatial organization. Our designers integrate lighting, materials, and furnishings to create functional yet inspiring spaces. From corporate offices to educational facilities, we develop three-dimensional solutions that align with brand identities and operational needs while prioritizing occupant well-being.
Historic Preservation
Our preservation specialists maintain architectural heritage through expert restoration and adaptive reuse. We navigate historic tax credit programs and regulatory requirements while preserving structural integrity. Services include building research, National Register nominations, and rehabilitation plans that balance modern functionality with historical authenticity for both private and public sector clients.
Graphic Design
We create experiential graphic solutions that complete spatial narratives. Our award-winning team develops branding environments, wayfinding systems, and interpretive displays that enhance user engagement. From environmental graphics for sports facilities to educational institutions, we integrate visual elements that reinforce organizational identity and improve spatial functionality.
Project Management
We oversee complex projects from concept to completion, ensuring seamless execution of design vision. Our management approach coordinates multidisciplinary teams, maintains budgetary control, and streamlines regulatory approvals. With expertise in both private and public sector projects, we guarantee timely delivery of high-quality architectural solutions while maintaining open communication with all stakeholders.
People
Bill Baker
Vice President and Managing Partner
AIA-certified architect with extensive experience in strategic design leadership. Specializes in creating collaborative spaces that enhance organizational effectiveness while maintaining architectural integrity and functional excellence.
Katie Freeland
Principal / Senior Director of Higher Education
LEED AP-certified architect focused on educational facility design. Brings expertise in creating innovative learning environments that support evolving pedagogical needs while maintaining historical context and sustainability standards.
Madeline Williams
Director of Preservation & Historic Rehabilitation
MS HPRES-certified specialist in historic architecture. Leads preservation projects with deep knowledge of heritage conservation techniques, regulatory compliance, and adaptive reuse strategies for culturally significant structures.
Sarah Eingle
Principal / Senior Director of Interior Design
IIDA and NCIDQ-certified interior designer with expertise in creating functional, aesthetically compelling spaces. Specializes in integrating environmental graphics and spatial planning to enhance user experiences across multiple sectors.
Chris Wiethe
Director of Graphic Design / Associate
AIGA-certified graphic designer focused on experiential design solutions. Creates visual communication systems that enhance spatial narratives and brand identities through environmental graphics and wayfinding systems.
Questions
What architectural services does MSA Design offer?
We provide comprehensive architectural services including new building design, renovations, historic preservation, interior design, and environmental graphics across educational, civic, and corporate sectors.
How does MSA approach historic preservation projects?
Our dedicated preservation team combines building research with regulatory expertise to maintain historical integrity while implementing modern functionality through adaptive reuse and rehabilitation strategies.
What makes MSA's design process unique?
We emphasize collaborative relationships, integrating architecture, interior design, and graphic design to create cohesive environments that reflect client visions and enhance user experiences.
Do you specialize in any particular building types?
We have particular expertise in educational facilities, sports venues, and historic buildings, with award-winning projects for universities, school districts, and cultural institutions.
How do you ensure project success from concept to completion?
Our project management approach maintains open communication, coordinates multidisciplinary teams, and ensures regulatory compliance while delivering innovative design solutions on time and within budget.
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