Forum Architects

As a mid-sized firm based in Mishawaka, Indiana, Forum Architects currently serves clients in Indiana, Michigan, Illinois and Iowa. Our design expertise is in the area of commercial, industrial and educational structures, along with growing involvement in healthcare, religious and multi-family housing facilities.

Mr. Hentschel is a graduate of Kansas State University College of Architecture and Design. He joined Forum Architects in 2000 as a Project Architect/Project Manager. He is licensed in Florida, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin and is also a LEED accredited professional. He has over 24 years architectural experience in residential, commercial, industrial, and healthcare design and has worked on projects throughout the United States.

Given the broad range of knowledge architects must possess to provide a finished project, there can be occasions where it is necessary to collaborate with others to get the latest information and technological assistance in various areas.

This can be as simple as using recycled, non-toxic materials or a more comprehensive program involving such elements as green roofs, photovoltaic cells that capture sunlight, and air and water treatment systems. Both Renee Kobayashi and William Hentschel are LEED AP BD+C accredited professionals.

Every architecture firm brings its own combination of skills, expertise, interests, and values to its projects. The challenge is to find the one that aligns most closely with your project's needs. As early as possible. Architects can help you define your project in every respect and may also do site studies, assist in securing planning and zoning approvals, and provide a variety of other predesign services.