Specialties
With 30 years of experience designing K-12 education spaces, we consider ourselves experts in this specialized area of architecture. We work closely with many school districts in Michigan and Indiana to provide innovative, functional spaces that are flexible enough to adapt to changing curriculum, technology, and teaching approaches. CARMI takes on a diverse range of non-education projects every year, too, ranging from veterinary clinics and manufacturing plants to churches, fire stations, and apartment building renovations. We tackle every project, large or small, the same way; first, we listen carefully, then we explore and collaborate with our clients to provide the very best outcome possible. CARMI Design Group has also worked on dozens of residential projects over their 30 years in business. They can help fulfill the dream and vision for your home – from the initial design, to the construction drawings, to helping estimate the cost and hiring the contractor.
History
Established in 1990.
Since opening our doors in 1990, CARMI Design Group has worked to develop our client's vision through precise architecture and strong partnerships. Specializing in education work, CARMI also provides expertise to many commercial and residential markets. CARMI has designed and managed the construction of approximately $175 M of projects over those 33 years.
Our promise - Owners doing business with owners, provides a higher level of commitment to our client’s project.
Our belief - develop strong working partnerships with all members of the design and build team to produce a superior product for our clients.
Our process - precise architecture is accomplished by adhering to proven control systems developed over the years.
Meet the Business Owner: Tony L.
Since starting CARMI Design Group in 1990, I have focused on client relations, fostering the development of one’s vision through careful listening, and discernment. I believe there is a profound benefit from owners doing business with owners and promise to remain integrally involved as a creative force for each project from sketch to brick and mortar. I hold a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) and am a member in good standing of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the National Council of Registration Boards (NCARB). I am also a fully certified and registered architect in both Michigan and Indiana.
