we design places that build community, contribute to a sustainable world and enrich the individual
As architects, we are concerned about the human interface with the physical environment.
Our designs are not of a predetermined style, but are instead, a reflection of the mission of each client.
is a professional consulting firm specializing in the planning and design of facilities for corporations, camps, healthcare providers, higher education and community service groups throughout the United States. We function as a small, interactive office with a team approach that allows us to maintain consistent involvement of appropriate disciplines and staff in all phases of each project’s planning, design and development. Our team consists of a multi-disciplinary staff of architects, planners, interior designers and landscape architects. Full participation in collaborative efforts and understanding of the client’s specific needs are of paramount importance in the execution and success of each project. Our team is flexible and highly efficient at listening, analyzing, and responding to our client’s needs. We deliver cost effective, creative design solutions that address each client’s special requirements. Client satisfaction is our primary measure of successful performance. The greatest indicator of this satisfaction is our growing list of repeat clients and referred projects. Domokur Architects was founded in 1975, under the partnership name of Peterson/Raeder Architects, for the professional practice of architecture. The firm’s commissions and staff size grew steadily and the company was incorporated in 1981. The current firm name was implemented in 2008.
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Architecture We strive to create physical environments that are client specific and achieve a high degree of craft, functionality and beauty.
Top: Northern Ohio Medical Specialists - Medical Office Building Above Left: Lorain County Metroparks - Miller Nature Preserve Above Right: The J.M. Smucker Company - Corporate Headquarters Facing Page: Kent State University - Olson Center for Undergraduate Studies
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Planning From programming to master planning, circulation to wayfinding concepts, we integrate architectural, landscape and interior strategies into the design process. Top Left: Medical Office Building - Space Planning/Flow Chart Top Right: Girl Scout Camp - Conservation Setback Plan Bottom: Kent State University - Residence Hall 3D Floor Plan Facing Page: Cuyahoga County Port Authority - Irishtown Bend Master Plan
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Interior Design Underscoring the design concept and providing enriching yet functional environments of colors, textures and surfaces, our skilled Interior Designers create cost-effective solutions based upon aesthetics, maintainability, schedule and budget.
Top: Kent State University - Olson Center for Undergraduate Excellence Bottom Left: Huntington Bank - Charleston, WV Offices Bottom Right: Orrville Area Boys & Girls Club - Building Renovation / Addition Facing Page: The J.M. Smucker Company - Corporate Headquarters
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Landscape Architecture Integrating site and structure, art and science, technology and sustainability — our landscape architecture services expand our design focus beyond building concerns to the larger issues of the site and the natural characteristics of the surrounding environment.
Top Left: Asbury Woods Nature Center - Little Woods Natural Play Area Top Right: Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District - Raingarden Bottom: The J.M. Smucker Company - Corporate Headquarters Facing Page: Forest Preserves of Cook County, IL - Camp Bullfrog
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Environmental Graphics Seamlessly part of the interior and exterior design and landscaping, Environmental Graphic Design helps to establish identity, wayfinding, and brand.
Top: Shoreway Lofts - The Grand C Corporation Bottom Left: Shearer’s - Wall Sign Bottom Right: The J.M. Smucker Company - “The Seed” Creative Space Facing Page: Northern Ohio Medical Specialists - Medical Office Building
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Adaptive Reuse We are passionate about the revitalization of our community. Using the framework of existing structures and infusing them with new and creative uses is sustainable architecture at its best.
Top: The Baker Building - Cumberland Development Above Left: Nick Amster Building - Wayne County Courthouse Above Right: The Bradley Building - Warehouse District Development Corporation
Adaptive Reuse We are passionate about the revitalization of our community. Using the framework of existing structures and infusing them with new and creative uses is sustainable architecture at its best.
Top: The Victory Building - Garson Victory, LLC Bottom Left: FPCC Camp Sullivan Barn - Oak Forest, IL Bottom Right: The Baker Building - Cumberland Development Facing Page: The Shoreway - The Grand C Corporation
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FSC CERTIFIED WOOD SOLAR PV PANEL SYSTEM INVERTER FOR SOLAR PV PANEL SYSTEM
STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF FROM RECYCLED CONTENT
R-40 INSULATION CONTINUOUS GUTTER FOR WATER COLLECTION
OVERHANG TO PROVIDE SOUTH SUMMER SHADE
RAIN WATER COLLECTION TANK
TRIPLE GLAZE, OPERABLE WINDOWS FOR VIEWS, VENTILATION AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY DIMMABLE LED LIGHTS
CLOSED LOOP GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP
ENERGY STAR APPLIANCES THERMAL MASS WALL GEOTHERMAL EXCHANGE SYSTEM CONCRETE, THERMAL MASS FLOOR
Sustainability Improving outcomes as well as your bottom line Buildings are huge consumers of energy. Investments in infrastructure, ongoing maintenance and operations need to be managed without compromising performance or reliability. We believe that planning, architecture and design decisions both inform and are influenced by big idea concepts for infrastructure and coordinate closely with
Fulfill Operational Goals
our clients and the project engineers from the earliest stages of a project to get the most comprehensive solution. Cheap Green Opportunities
Our approach to sustainability analyzes systems and design strategies. We look beyond first costs and apply a more comprehensive analysis than life cycle costs to get a result where performance, cost management and sustainable goals intersect.
Improve Efficiency and Reliability
We attempt to understand the functioning of natural systems and minimize our impact on them. As architects, landscape architects and environmental planners, we are uniquely qualified and positioned to affect the regeneration of our built environment. We envision a world where we design for the optimal health of all living things.
LEED Certified Projects: • LEED Gold – Olson Center Kent State University - Kent, OH
• LEED Certified – Leebrick Hall Kent State University - Kent, OH
• LEED Gold – Victory Center Garson Victory, LLC - Cleveland, OH
• LEED Certified – Renewal Expansion The J.M. Smucker Co. - Orrville, OH
• LEED Gold – Schmid Hall City of Orrville - Orrville, OH]
• LEED Certified – Wright Hall Kent State University - Kent, OH
• LEED Silver – Koonce Hall Kent State University - Kent, OH
• LEED Certified – Store and Café The J.M. Smucker Co. - Orrville, OH
• LEED Silver – Central Building The J.M. Smucker Co. - Orrville, OH
• LEED Certified – Learning Center The J.M. Smucker Co. - Lexington, KY
• LEED Silver – Renewal Building The J.M. Smucker Co. - Orrville, OH
• LEED Certified – Childcare Facility The J.M. Smucker Co. - Orrville, OH
• LEED Silver – Baker Building Cumberland Dev. - Cleveland, OH
• LEED Certified – Origins Building The J.M. Smucker Co. - Orrville, OH
WORKPLACE/CORPORATE
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
CAMPS/RETREAT CENTERS
PARKS & RECREATION
HIGHER EDUCATION
SCIENCE/LABORATORY
ADAPTIVE REUSE
MIXED-USE
Our Team KEY CONTACTS
Domokur Architects is a staff of around 20 members with 10 Registered Architects and Landscape Architects and 6 LEED Professionals. Below is a list of the main contacts for each of our key markets.
Mike Domokur Principal mdomokur@domokur.com
Melanie Spreen Operations Dir. - Brevard mspreen@domokur.com
Matthew Ebersole Operations Dir. - Akron mebersole@domokur.com
Michael Tabeling Director of Development mtabeling@domokur.com
Jackie Kaminsky Director of Camps jkaminsky@domokur.com
Andrew Lorson General Manager alorson@domokur.com
References Corporate
Camps/Retreat Centers
The J.M. Smucker Co. Orrville, Ohio Mr. Brian Mackey, Corporate Facilities Manager 330-684-3514
Ms. Page Lemel Director Keystone Camp Brevard, North Carolina 828.884.9125
Huntington Bank Akron, Ohio Mr. Fred Hawk, Senior VP Director of Construction 330-996-6449
Mr. Garret Larsen President & CEO Cho-Yeh Camp/Conf. Center Livingston, Texas 936.328.3200
Westfield Bank Seville, Ohio Mr. Rick Robbs, Bank Facilities Leader 330-661-6110
Mr. Aaron Selkow Director URJ Camp Harlam Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610.668.0423 ext. 1034
Higher Education
Parks & Recreation
Kent State University Kent, Ohio Mr. Michael Bruder, Exec Dir, Facilities, Planning and Design 330-672-9610
City of Asheville Asheville, North Carolina Ms. Rebecca Cipriano Project Manager - Parks 828-424-5596
U of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Champaign, Illinois Ms. Shannon Tucker Capital Const. Project Manager 217-244-1760
Ohio DNR Columbus, Ohio Ms. Samantha Cothern Division of Engineering 614-265-6954
“I can say without any reservations, that Domokur Architects provided me with the best professional services over my [35-year] professional career.”
Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Mr. Richard White, Associate Dir of Planning & Construction 330-941-3238
Muskingum Watershed New Philadelphia, Ohio Mr. Dave Sicker Program Manager, 330-343-6647 ext. 2417
-Betsy Joseph Director, Auxiliary Services and University Housing Governors State University
“Domokur Architects are both conscientious and responsive. We have been pleased with both their results and our working relationships.” -Brian Mackey Corporate Facilities Manager The J.M. Smucker Company
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