we design places that build community, contribute to a sustainable world and enrich the individual
Good design solutions are not merely physically interesting but are driven by an understanding of systems, context, and culture. We work to create spaces that connect people with community, nature, and one another.
As planners and designers, 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 are a 30+ person office, functioning with a team approach that maintains consistent involvement of appropriate disciplines in all phases of each project’s planning, design and development. Our team consists of a multi-disciplinary staff of architects, planners, landscape architects, and interior designers. 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.
Master Planning
Our insightful planning services synthesize the skills of Domokur Architects’ multidisciplinary experts to prepare recommendations and strategies for property development and redevelopment. Our work includes projects for municipalities, park districts, private developers, public trusts, non-profit organizations, and corporations. Top Left: Nichols Park - Medina, Ohio Top Right: Neighborhood Trail Connector - Brooklyn, Ohio Above: Dublin Arts Center - Dublin, Ohio Facing Page: Erie Waterfront Master Plan - Erie, Pennsylvania
Site Rehabilitation / Reuse
Restoring property formerly used for manufacturing, waste disposal, or other industrial purposes revitalizes the property and surrounding areas and creates positive momentum for the entire community. Staff at Domokur Architects has experience in creating the vision and leading the process to redevelop degraded sites into first class amenities.
Top: Whiskey Island Master Plan - Cleveland, Ohio Bottom Left: Hart Crane Sculpture Park - Cleveland, Ohio Bottom Right: Ohio Erie Canal Reservation - Cleveland, Ohio Facing Page: University of Pittsburgh - Bradford - Bradford, Pennsylvania
Trails and Greenways
We work with communities, park districts, and non-profits to visualize, prioritize, design, and implement trail systems. These systems incorporate a variety of trail types to connect pedestrians and bicyclists with neighborhoods, parks, schools, offices, business districts, and other destinations. Domokur Architects provides public outreach and engagement, education, and grant writing as important complements to the planning process.
Top: Tuna Valley Greenway - Bradford, Pennsylvania Bottom Left: Honda Wetland Education Center - Columbus, Ohio Bottom Right: Treadway Creek Trail - Cleveland, Ohio Facing Page: Ohio Erie Canal Reservation - Cleveland, Ohio
Parks and Open Space
Domokur Architects designs facilities for organized sports, community leisure, and for access to natural areas and open space. We are passionate about creating opportunities for people to connect with the environment, as evidenced by our successful buildings and site development. Top Left: Lorain County Metroparks, Miller Nature Preserve Conservatory - Avon, Ohio Top Right: Beachwood Family Aquatic Center - Beachwood, Ohio Above: Ohio Erie Canal Reservation, Visitor Center - Cleveland, Ohio Facing Page: West Creek Reservation Pavilion - Parma, Ohio
Public Spaces and Urban Design
Meaningful urban design celebrates a site’s unique history and character. Our awardwinning projects create places that mesh with surrounding uses and create engaging environments where people gather.
Top Left: Flats Oxbow Association, Flats Public Access Plan - Cleveland, Ohio Top Right: Quicken Loans Arena, Plaza/Entrance Hardscape - Cleveland, Ohio Above: Ohio Veterans Home Cemetery Restoration - Sandusky, Ohio Facing Page: Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, Raingarden - Cleveland, Ohio
Camp Planning and Design
Domokur Architects’ experience includes working with over 400 camps, from seasonal resident camps to year-round training and retreat centers. Projects range from the design of basic shelters to master planning entire camp facilities. Our clients include the Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, YMCA, Easter Seals, medically-based camps, religious groups of all faiths and denominations, and public park systems throughout the United States.
Top: Girl Scouts of Gateway Council, North Fork Leadership Center - Middleburg, Florida Bottom Left: YMCA of Greater Charlotte, Camp Thunderbird - Lake Wylie, South Carolina Bottom Right: Girl Scouts of Colorado, Magic Sky Ranch - Red Feather, Colorado Facing Page: Golden State YMCA, Camp Sequoia Lake - Visalia California
Architecture and Interior Design
Landscape Architecture and Planning are seamlessly integrated with Architecture and Interior Design at Domokur Architects, and we have areas of specialization include park facilities, nature centers, camp buildings, and adaptive reuse. Our firm also has extensive experience with healthcare, higher education, and corporate facilities.
Top: Asbury Woods Nature Center - Erie, Pennsylvania Bottom Left: Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center, November Lodge - Peninsula, Ohio Bottom Right: Ohio Erie Canal Reservation, Visitor Center - Cleveland, Ohio Facing Page: Lorain County Metroparks, Miller Nature Preserve Visitor Center - Avon, Ohio
Sustainability Improving outcomes as well as your bottom line 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 optimal health of all living things. Our approach to sustainability analyzes systems and design strategies.
Fulfill Operational Goals
We look beyond first costs and apply more comprehensive analysis than life cycle costs to get to something we call the Smart Cycle - where
Cheap Green Opportunities
performance, cost management and sustainable goals intersect.
Improve Efficiency and Reliability
Smart Cycle
Sustainable Best Practice Measures • green roofs
• open space preservation
• bioswales
• efficient building systems
• solar panels
• low VOC materials
• passive solar heating
• education
• renewable materials
• sun shades
• permeable paving
• water efficient fixtures
• storm water management
• natural ventilation
• regional materials
• recycling
• light pollution reduction
• adaptive reuse
• native plantings
• daylighting
• natural resource conservation
Our Team Domokur Architects is a staff of 35+ members with 16 Registered Architects and Landscape Architects and 11 LEED APs and 2 LEED GAs. Below is a list of the main contacts for each of our key markets.
Michael Domokur, RA Principal/Owner - Corporate/Civic mdomokur@domokur.com
Michael Tabeling, RA Director - Higher Education mtabeling@domokur.com
Gregory Copeland, ASLA Director - Camp Design gcopeland@domokur.com
Michael Augoustidis, RA Director - Adaptive Reuse/Healthcare/Interior Design maugoustidis@domokur.com
Kelly Coffman, ASLA, LEED AP Team Leader - Planning/Landscape Architecture kcoffman@domokur.com
www.domokur.com
References Lorain County Metroparks LaGrange, Ohio Mr. Jim Ziemnik, Planning Supervisor 440-458-5121 Cleveland Metroparks Cleveland, Ohio Ms. Patty Stevens, Chief of Park Planning 216-635-3238 Asbury Woods Nature Center Erie, Pennsylvania Mr. Steve Wasiesky, Executive Director 814-835-5356 Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association Peninsula, Ohio Ms. Deb Yandala, Chief Executive Officer 330-657-2909 Columbus and Franklin County Metroparks Columbus, Ohio Steve Studenmund Planning Manager 614-891-0700 Erie-Western Pennsylvania Port Authority Erie, Pennsylvania Mr. Raymond Schreckengost, Executive Director 814-455-7557 x223
“...your knowledge of the industry and trends, your personal experience and most importantly your leadership skills are the foundations that contribute to the strategic success of any organization.” -Andy Jagger Senior Vice President Girl Scouts of Colorado
“In 20 years of working with (them), they have finished each project on time, within the budget agreed upon, and always to the satisfaction of myself and my volunteers. I recommend, without hesitation, the Domokur Planning Team.” -Jerry Courtney President Lima Family YMCA
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