Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Design & Project Management in Akron
Established in 2013, Wheeler Boltz Architects operates from a historic 1835 building in Akron's Highland Square neighborhood, reflecting our commitment to adaptive reuse and sustainable design. Our firm specializes in creating tailored architectural solutions through collaborative client partnerships, with expertise spanning K-12 education facilities, higher education projects, corporate developments, and multi-family residential complexes. Founding partners John Wheeler and Jason Boltz bring over 40 combined years of experience, including LEED-certified projects and NCARB certification, emphasizing technical precision and aesthetic sensitivity. We maintain long-term client relationships by prioritizing active listening to understand project requirements, budget constraints, and functional needs. Our portfolio demonstrates mastery across diverse sectors including religious institutions, retail spaces, and industrial facilities.The firm's location in a restored historic property underscores our dedication to community engagement and modernized heritage preservation. We integrate sustainable practices into every project phase while maintaining fiscal responsibility for our clients. Our team's technical expertise extends to complex construction documentation, feasibility studies, and master planning. Client testimonials highlight our ability to balance innovative design with practical implementation across educational, corporate, and residential sectors. This approach has resulted in award-winning projects like the LEED Gold-certified Advanced Technology Training Center and the Beth El Congregation Chapel.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Project Management
Sustainable Design
Custom Millwork
Master Planning
Property Restoration
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of LEED-certified architectural expertise
- Our team maintains NCARB certification for national project capabilities
- We implement a collaborative design process focused on client needs
- Our portfolio includes award-winning educational and corporate facilities
- We specialize in historic preservation with modern functionality integration
Associations and certifications
- LEED BD+C
- LEED
- NCARB
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services combine technical expertise with creative vision to deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. We specialize in educational facilities, corporate offices, and multi-family residential projects. Our LEED-certified team ensures sustainable design solutions that meet budgetary and operational requirements while maintaining architectural integrity.
Interior Design
We create interior environments that balance form and function across commercial, residential, and institutional settings. Our approach focuses on optimizing spatial layouts while incorporating sustainable materials and modern aesthetics. From corporate offices to educational facilities, we design spaces that enhance user experience and operational efficiency.
Project Management
Our comprehensive project management services guide developments from concept to completion. We coordinate all aspects of construction, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. This includes feasibility studies, permitting, contractor coordination, and ongoing client communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Sustainable Design
We integrate environmentally responsible practices into every project phase, from material selection to energy-efficient systems. Our LEED-certified architects develop solutions that reduce environmental impact while maintaining economic viability. This includes adaptive reuse of historic structures and implementing renewable energy technologies where appropriate.
Custom Millwork
Our custom millwork services create unique interior elements that enhance architectural spaces. We design and fabricate built-in cabinetry, furniture, and decorative wood features tailored to specific project needs. This craftsmanship adds distinctive character to commercial and residential environments while maintaining functional requirements.
People
John Wheeler
Architect
With 20+ years of experience, John specializes in building design and construction. LEED BD+C accredited since 2009, he has led diverse projects including K-12 schools, higher education facilities, and corporate developments nationwide. His approach emphasizes listening to client needs to create tailored solutions.
Jason Boltz
Registered Architect
Jason brings two decades of commercial architectural experience, holding NCARB certification and LEED accreditation. He has designed projects ranging from educational facilities to religious spaces, focusing on understanding client goals to deliver customized solutions that balance aesthetics with functional requirements.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in educational facilities, corporate offices, multi-family residential projects, and religious institutions with expertise in sustainable design and historic preservation.
Are your architects LEED-certified?
Yes, both founding partners hold LEED credentials with John Wheeler BD+C certified since 2009 and Jason Boltz maintaining LEED accreditation.
Do you handle projects outside Ohio?
While based in Akron, we've completed projects in Florida, North Carolina, and other states through effective remote collaboration and local contractor partnerships.
What project types have you worked on?
Our portfolio includes K-12 schools, higher education facilities, corporate offices, multi-family housing, retail spaces, and religious institutions with varying complexity levels.
How do you approach client collaboration?
We prioritize active listening to understand client needs, budgets, and challenges, then develop customized design solutions through continuous communication and iterative feedback.
Can you work with historic buildings?
Yes, our firm has experience in historic preservation including our own office located in Akron's Merriman Farmhouse, built in 1835 with adaptive reuse elements.
