Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Architects Creating Innovative and Sustainable Designs
Founded in 1982, Gries Architectural Group has built a reputation for combining innovative design with ethical practices and community engagement. Our team of LEED-accredited professionals brings over four decades of experience to every project, prioritizing collaboration with clients to ensure their unique needs are met. We specialize in creating sustainable, functional spaces across automotive, financial, medical, community, and religious sectors. With leadership rooted in family values, we maintain unwavering integrity, as evidenced by our long-standing partnerships and active roles in organizations like the YMCA and Housing Partnership of the Fox Cities.Our use of cutting-edge tools like Revit software ensures precision and efficiency, while our commitment to environmental stewardship guides every decision. By fostering open communication and leveraging diverse expertise, we deliver timeless designs that align with both client goals and community well-being.
Services
Automotive Design
Financial Institutions
Medical Facilities
Community Projects
Religious Architecture
Historical Renovations
Sustainable Design
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have 40+ years of architectural experience in Wisconsin and beyond.
- Our team includes LEED-accredited professionals specializing in sustainable design.
- We prioritize client collaboration through transparent, stakeholder-driven processes.
- Our family-owned business upholds ethical standards and community involvement.
- We use advanced Revit software for precise, efficient project execution.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
Services
Sustainable Design
Our LEED-certified architects create eco-friendly buildings using materials and methods that reduce environmental impact. We analyze cost-effective sustainability options tailored to client budgets, ensuring long-term energy efficiency without compromising design integrity or functionality for commercial and residential projects.
Community Projects
We design inclusive, functional community spaces that reflect local needs and values. Our process involves stakeholder collaboration to create environments that foster social interaction, accessibility, and cultural relevance while meeting strict budget and regulatory requirements for municipal clients.
Automotive Facilities
Specializing in automotive dealership design, we create customer-centric spaces that enhance brand visibility and operational efficiency. Our solutions integrate modern aesthetics with practical layouts for showrooms, service bays, and customer lounges to maximize client satisfaction and business growth.
Historical Renovations
We restore and adapt historic buildings while maintaining architectural integrity. Our team combines modern functionality with period-appropriate materials and techniques, ensuring compliance with preservation standards while meeting contemporary usage requirements for commercial and community clients.
Religious Architecture
We design sacred spaces that balance spiritual significance with practical needs. Our approach incorporates acoustical optimization, accessibility features, and flexible layouts for worship areas, community rooms, and administrative spaces, respecting each faith's unique traditions and growth requirements.
People
Steve Gries
President
Steve Gries founded Gries Architectural Group in 1982. With over 40 years of experience, he emphasizes early stakeholder integration to create unique designs that align with client goals while maintaining the firm's ethical foundation and community focus.
Brannin Gries
Principal Architect
Brannin Gries leads project coordination and stakeholder collaboration. As a second-generation leader, he ensures design evolution translates into successful construction outcomes while maintaining the firm's commitment to ethical, community-focused architecture.
Steve Borsecnik
Senior Architect
Steve Borsecnik specializes in K-12 education and municipal projects. He serves on the Housing Partnership of the Fox Cities board, applying his expertise to create affordable housing solutions that improve quality of life for low-income families.
Jodi Nelson
Architect
Jodi Nelson focuses on educational and multi-family projects. As AIA Wisconsin Northwest Chapter Secretary/Treasurer, she advocates for architectural excellence while delivering client-centered designs that balance functionality with aesthetic innovation across various sectors.
Stephanie Gries-Christensen
Office Manager
Stephanie Gries-Christensen oversees operations and talent acquisition. She emphasizes the firm's family business values, ensuring administrative processes support the team's creative work while maintaining the collaborative culture that distinguishes Gries Architectural Group.
Questions
What architectural services does Gries offer?
We provide automotive facilities, medical buildings, community spaces, religious architecture, historical renovations, and sustainable design services across Wisconsin and neighboring regions.
Are your architects LEED-certified?
Yes, all our Project Architects hold LEED accreditation and specialize in sustainable design practices that reduce environmental impact without increasing costs.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We use collaborative stakeholder meetings and Revit 3D visualization tools to ensure client input shapes every project phase from concept to completion.
Do you handle historical building renovations?
Yes, we specialize in preserving architectural integrity while modernizing systems and layouts to meet current needs and regulatory standards for historic structures.
What communities do you serve?
We primarily serve Neenah, Hudson, and Rochester areas, with projects spanning Wisconsin and adjacent Midwest regions for diverse architectural needs.
