Business Details
50 Years
experience
Full-Service Architectural Design in Minnesota
GLT Architects, founded in 1976, has built a reputation for delivering superior architectural and interior design services across the Upper Midwest. Our firm prioritizes client relationships, integrity, and fairness while combining active listening with innovative design to create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. With decades of collective experience, our leadership team specializes in healthcare, education, government, and commercial projects, emphasizing resourceful leadership and stewardship of client resources.We integrate new technology and hands-on project management to ensure quality outcomes that align with clients' missions and community contexts. Our commitment to collaborative planning and sustainable design principles, including LEED certification expertise, positions us as trusted advisors throughout the project lifecycle. From initial concept to construction completion, we focus on transforming client visions into enduring architectural solutions that enhance user experiences and community integration.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Healthcare Facilities
Education Projects
Government Buildings
Commercial Design
Historic Preservation
Sustainable Design
Project Management
LEED Certification
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of architectural experience in Midwest projects
- Our LEED-certified team prioritizes sustainable, code-compliant designs
- We maintain long-term client relationships through transparent communication
- Our principals hold multiple national professional accreditations
- We provide hands-on project management from concept to completion
Associations and certifications
- AIA
- NCARB
- LEED AP
Services
Architectural Design
We create customized architectural solutions for commercial, healthcare, and educational facilities. Our process combines client vision with technical expertise to produce functional, code-compliant spaces. Our designs emphasize sustainability and community integration while maintaining budget constraints.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on optimizing space functionality while enhancing aesthetic appeal. We specialize in creating environments that support organizational goals through strategic layout planning and material selection. Our approach ensures compliance with accessibility standards and safety regulations.
LEED Certification
We guide clients through LEED certification processes for sustainable building practices. Our team implements energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials to achieve environmental goals. This service helps clients reduce operational costs while meeting modern sustainability standards.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management from initial planning through construction completion. Our team coordinates with contractors and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery within budget parameters. This includes quality control and regulatory compliance monitoring.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in preserving historical buildings while incorporating modern functionality. Our approach maintains architectural integrity through careful material selection and restoration techniques. This service helps clients maintain community heritage while meeting current building codes.
People
Evan Larson
Principal/President/Project Architect
AIA-certified architect with expertise in healthcare and commercial projects. Leads firm operations while maintaining hands-on involvement in design and construction oversight. Promotes technology integration for improved project outcomes.
Steve Paasch
Principal/Project Architect
Education facilities specialist with extensive experience in PK-12 and higher education projects. Manages production schedules while contributing to community development through volunteer work and leadership awards.
Ryan TerSteeg
Principal/Project Architect
Licensed architect with multi-state experience in government and commercial projects. Focuses on client collaboration to realize design visions. Brings diverse regional expertise from projects across four Midwestern states.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architectural design, interior design, LEED certification guidance, project management, and historic preservation services for commercial, healthcare, education, and government clients.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
While based in St. Cloud, MN, we serve clients throughout the Upper Midwest including Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska for diverse project types.
How experienced is your team?
Our principals collectively have over 75 years of architectural experience, with individual tenures ranging from 25-35 years in specialized sectors like healthcare and education facilities.
Do you handle LEED-certified projects?
Yes, our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals who implement sustainable design strategies and guide clients through the certification process for eco-friendly buildings.
What project types do you specialize in?
We specialize in healthcare facilities, educational institutions, government buildings, commercial spaces, and historic preservation projects with tailored design solutions for each sector.
