Process
WE LISTEN
We encourage the sharing of information, ideas and goals. This collection of input at the outset of the process lays groundwork for a solution that best meets the budget, schedule, form and functional needs.
WE LEAD
We guide discussion and promote collaboration between all team members to generate the best possible solution.
WE INNOVATE
Every project is unique. Reaching the optimal solution for each requires a team committed to studying, assessing and developing the most efficient and enduring design.
Our Approach
We maximize client involvement, from design conception to the final stages of construction. We encourage clients to join our design team, reviewing and approving every major milestone of the architectural process.
We strive to ignite the passion for design in everyone involved while developing innovative solutions for the built environment.
Sustainability
Our projects are developed to be as sustainable and energy efficient as possible. Our buildings are not only adaptable and cost effective to build and operate but Contribute to the health and well-being of its occupants and are environmentally responsible throughout their lifetime. By using sustainable strategies and technologies, our focus is to reduce energy costs and ensure carbon reduction targets can be met both now and in the future.
We are signatories and active participants in the AIA 2030 Commitment and are members of USGBC. We incorporate sustainable design, dependent or independent of third-party certifications such as LEED or WELL, into projects by beginning the process at the outset with sustainable planning and design strategies.
Design Recognition
2025 - Cleveland Restoration Society
Award of Merit for the Reconstruction of a Religious Landmark – Joseph and Emma Smith
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2023 - AIA Akron
Design Awards Citation Award – Lakewood Fire Station #2
2022 - National Station Design Awards
Gold Medal – Tri-C Public Safety Simulated Scenario Village
2022 - Eric Pros named AIA National Young Architects Award
2021 - AIA Akron
Peoples Choice Award – Highfields Event Center
2020 - Tri C Safety Village – Recognized on the cover of Properties Magazine
2019 - AIA Akron
Merit Award – LN Gross Building
2019 - Smart Business Magazine
Commercial Development Award – LN Gross Building
2019 - Eric Pros named AIA Akron Emerging Architect
2019 - Jeffrey Meyers named Building Design + Construction Top 40 Under 40
2019 - Smart Business Magazine
Commercial Development Award – City of Kent Police Building
2019 - Eric Pros received Mover & Shaker Award - Cleveland Professional 20/30 Club
2018 - Cleveland Restoration Society
Excellence in Design Award – LN Gross Building
2018 - DS Architecture, LLC – Locate, Stay, Grow Award (Portage County Development Board)
2018 - Kent Police Building – Recognized on the cover of Properties Magazine
2017 - DS Architecture, LLC – Portage County Conservation Award (Portage Park District)
2017 - AIA Akron
Honor Award – Phoenix Block
2017 - LN Gross Building – Featured in Properties Magazine
2016 - Heritage Ohio
Best Public Private Partnership – Phoenix Block
2016 - Cleveland Restoration Society & AIA Cleveland
Preservation Achievement Award – Phoenix Block
2016 - Phoenix Building Historic Rehabilitation – Featured in Properties Magazine
2015 - Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce
Raven Award for New Renovation – Phoenix Block
2014 - Kent Chamber of Commerce
IMMY Award – Fresco Mexican Grill & Salsa
2013 - Kent Chamber of Commerce
IMMY Award – ACS Industries
Our Uniques
DS Architecture is a relationship-focused firm. The connection between us and our clients builds the foundation for a successful project. Being passionate for innovation and thoughtful about creative yet contextually appropriate solutions produces a trusting environment of unabashed collaboration. Openly sharing all ideas leads to the most productive team engagement, which we believe produces better ideas. We embody the opportunity given to us by understanding your critical success factors, allowing them to drive the design process. This creates a customized solution that is specific to your needs.
