approach.
Through my work, I strive for a synthesis of timelessness, innovation, and contextualism in architecture, while providing buildings of elegance and the highest quality. I seek to humanize and enrich our built environment through designs that will stand the test of time. My approach is to enter a project with no preconceived ideas, other than sustainability; rather, my work is the result of a collaborative search for inspiration and the most appropriate solution to each project.
professional experience. (click for more)
michael c barnes architect, pllc (current)
Architect
Wight & Company (2016-Aug 2018)
Design Principal, Library Practice Leader
Lohan Anderson (2004-2015)
Associate Principal
Lohan Associates / LCG (1987-2004)
Senior Associate
Olsen + Associates (1996-97)
Associate
Weese Hickey Weese (1985)
Intern
University of Illinois at U-C
Visiting Instructor (1989)
Teaching Assistant (1985-87)
education. (click for more)
University of Illinois at U-C:
Master of Architecture (1987)
B.S. in Architectural Studies (1985)
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