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COMPANY PROFILE




Richard C. Kawalek, AIA

Since 1979 our office has specialized in the design of significant custom homes, remodelings, and additions.   Together with selected outside consultants, we are able to provide the design and enable the construction of unique homes, furnishings, light fixtures, and landscaping.   The extent of our participation in any project is tailored to each client's individual requests.   We can dedicate a high degree of service to those concerned with the quality of design and investment in their homes.  

Located in northeast Ohio, our firm is primarily involved with projects from the Cleveland / Chagrin Valley area, although we have also done work in New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Wyoming, Florida, and West Virginia. We work in all historic and contemporary styles and prefer to remain a small firm specializing in architecturally significant and challenging residential designs.  

If desired we are prepared to oversee residential projects from conception to completion, with a minimal time requirement on the part of the owner.


Education:
  Richard C. Kawalek
      Kent State University, Bachelor of Architecture, 1970
          The Honors College with special distinction in Architecture:
          Thesis: "Investigation of Theory in Architectural Design"
      Registered Architect, State of Ohio, 1974

  Christian J. Kawalek
      Kent State University, Bachelor of Science, 2002
      Kent State University, Master of Architecture, 2003


Board Memberships:
    Pepper Pike Architectural Review Board
    Village of Gates Mills Architectural Review Board
    Gates Mills Historic District Review Board
    Moreland Hills Architectural Review
    Chagrin Falls Township Architectural Review
    The Greenbrier Sporting Club Approved Architect


Professional Memberships:
    American Institute of Architects
    Cleveland Restoration Society
    National Trust for Historic Preservation
    Cleveland Center for Contemporary Art
    Chagrin Valley Chamber of Commerce
    The Cleveland Museum of Art


Honors and Awards:
    Historic Preservation:
        2001 Shaker Heights Landmark Commission Preservation Award
            - Home Restoration
        2003 Shaker Heights Landmark Commission Preservation Award
            - Conservatory Addition
        2003 Shaker Heights Landmark Commission Preservation Award
            - Family Room Addition
    Lighting Design:
        Illuminating Engineering Society National Award of Merit
        Illuminating Engineering Society, Cleveland Section, First Award
    Craftsmanship:
        1992 Builders Exchange Craftsmanship Awards for: Stonework, Rough
          Carpentry, and Roofing
        2001 Builders Exchange Craftsmanship Awards for: Metalworking,
          Carpentry, and Granite Installation


Published Projects:
    Mr. Kawalek is the author of the "Sketchpad" series of home design articles
        appearing in Remodeling Magazine published by Hanley Wood, LLC.
    "Spectacular Homes of Ohio & Pennsylvania" by Brian Carabet
        Panache Partners, 2007 (Family Room)
    "Garage - Reinventing the Place We Park" by Kira Obolensky
        The Taunton Press, 2001 (Garage Wing Addition)
    "The Kidspace Idea Book" by Wendy Jordan
        The Taunton Press, 2001 (Children's Room Addition)


Televised Projects:
    HGTV "Dream Builders" - Guest House at Little Mountain
    HGTV "Dream Builders" - Children's Playroom Suite



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