Business Details
Award-Winning Architecture & Design Services in Columbus
MA Design Services is a certified Women Business Enterprise (WBE) with over four decades of experience in architecture, interior design, and sustainable solutions. Our award-winning team of nearly 100 professionals specializes in creating transformative spaces that enhance communities and human experiences. We integrate evidence-based design principles across architecture, interior design, and experiential design, prioritizing sustainability through certifications like LEED and WELL. Our multidisciplinary approach combines technical expertise with creative storytelling, serving diverse sectors including healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments.We emphasize diversity, equity, and inclusion, with women comprising 67% of our board. Through corporate partnerships with organizations like Habitat for Humanity, we demonstrate a commitment to social responsibility. Our proprietary respite room concept addresses mental wellness in design, reflecting our innovation-driven ethos. With offices in Columbus and Cincinnati, Ohio, we deliver nationwide projects that merge functionality, aesthetics, and environmental stewardship.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Experiential Design
Sustainability Services
Productions
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of architectural expertise with award-winning professionals
- Certified Women Business Enterprise promoting diversity in design
- Sustainable solutions with five green building accreditations
- Multidisciplinary team serving healthcare, education, and commercial sectors
- Proprietary mental wellness design concepts for occupant well-being
Associations and certifications
- LEED
- WELL
- Living Building Challenge
- City of Columbus WBE Certification
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services combine technical expertise with creative vision to create spaces that transform communities. With licensed architects in 38 states and over four decades of experience, we deliver innovative solutions for healthcare, education, and commercial projects. Our cross-sector collaboration ensures designs that balance functionality, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility while meeting clients' specific needs and regulatory requirements.
Interior Design
Human-centered interior design services that reflect clients' brand identity while enhancing user experiences. Our evidence-based approach creates functional, aesthetically pleasing environments for workplaces, healthcare facilities, and multifamily residential projects. We specialize in architectural brand standards, finish selection, and lighting design to create spaces that improve productivity, comfort, and well-being for diverse user groups.
Sustainability Services
Comprehensive sustainability consulting that integrates environmental responsibility with economic benefits. We administer LEED, WELL, and other certifications while implementing strategies for energy efficiency, healthy indoor environments, and regenerative design. Our approach reduces operational costs through sustainable investments while creating healthier spaces that positively impact occupants and surrounding communities.
Experiential Design
Immersive design solutions that create meaningful connections between people and spaces. We develop wayfinding systems, brand environments, and interactive installations that enhance user experiences. Our services combine behavioral psychology with visual communication to create memorable spaces that reflect organizational identity while improving navigation and engagement in commercial environments.
Productions
Videography, photography, and digital strategy services that strengthen brand presence across platforms. Our team creates compelling visual content for websites, social media, and marketing materials. We specialize in 3D renderings, VR/AR experiences, and drone photography to showcase projects before completion, helping clients connect with audiences through immersive digital storytelling techniques.
People
Carrie Boyd
CEO
As CEO and Managing Principal, Carrie Boyd leads MA Design Services's strategic vision while championing diversity in architecture. With national recognition for her design expertise, she oversees multidisciplinary projects that merge functionality with innovative aesthetics across commercial and healthcare sectors.
Lori Bongiorno
COO
COO Lori Bongiorno manages operational excellence at MA Design Services, leveraging her architectural expertise to ensure project success. She plays key role in advancing the firm's Women Business Enterprise initiatives while maintaining technical standards across all service offerings.
Mark Daniels
President
President Mark Daniels brings decades of architectural leadership to MA Design Services, overseeing studio operations and client relationships. His expertise in complex projects has driven the firm's growth while maintaining its commitment to innovative, community-focused design solutions.
Alicia Orlando
Director of Experiential Design
As Experiential Design Director, Alicia Orlando creates immersive brand environments that enhance user engagement. She leads multidisciplinary teams in developing wayfinding systems, environmental graphics, and digital experiences that transform how people interact with physical spaces.
Jessica Glorius-Dangelo
Sustainability Manager
Sustainability Manager Jessica Glorius-Dangelo specializes in regenerative design practices that exceed standard green building requirements. She leads sustainability initiatives that reduce environmental impact while improving occupant health and operational efficiency across MA Design Services's project portfolio.
Questions
What architectural services does MA Design Services offer?
We provide full-service architecture including code compliance, cost estimating, healthcare accreditation consulting, and technology integration. Our studios specialize in creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces for healthcare, education, and commercial sectors.
How does MA Design Services approach sustainability?
Our sustainability approach combines green building certifications (LEED, WELL), energy-efficient design, and regenerative practices. We focus on creating healthy environments that reduce operational costs while minimizing environmental impact through material research and high-performance design strategies.
What makes MA Design Services different from other firms?
As a certified Women Business Enterprise with 40+ years experience, we combine diversity-driven innovation with technical expertise. Our multidisciplinary approach integrates architecture, interior design, and experiential design to create holistic solutions that transform communities.
Do you offer interior design services?
Yes, our award-winning interior design team creates human-centered spaces through evidence-based design. We specialize in architectural brand standards, space planning, healthcare interiors, and lighting design that enhance user experiences across commercial and residential projects.
What is experiential design?
Experiential design creates immersive environments that engage users through storytelling and spatial experiences. Our services include wayfinding systems, environmental graphics, and brand installations that enhance how people interact with and remember physical spaces.
Can you help with digital brand strategy?
Our productions team offers digital strategy services including website development, social media management, and brand storytelling. We create compelling visual content through videography, 3D renderings, and VR/AR experiences to strengthen online presence.
