Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in La Crosse, WI
Vantage Architects began operations in 1989 as a regional office for a larger Wisconsin firm and became an employee-owned entity in 2003. Our team of experienced professionals, including Registered Architects Jerrel Schomberg and Brian Guthrie with over 30 years of combined experience, specializes in delivering customized architectural solutions across residential, educational, religious, municipal, and commercial sectors. We maintain registrations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa while partnering with established contractors on design-build projects. Our full-service approach emphasizes collaborative processes, fiscal responsibility, and sustainable practices guided by LEED Accreditation principles. We prioritize client input throughout project development cycles while maintaining strict adherence to budgetary constraints.Our technical expertise spans HVAC, plumbing, electrical engineering, and construction administration services. Professional affiliations include the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Construction Services Institute (CSI), reflecting our commitment to industry excellence. We emphasize comprehensive site analysis, master planning, and environmental considerations in all projects. Our regional focus covers Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota markets with proven success in both new construction and renovation projects. Client satisfaction remains central to our operations through transparent communication and quality-driven deliverables.
Services
Master Planning
Project Programming
Conceptual Design
Construction Administration
Sustainable Design
Interior Design
Graphic Design
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of architectural experience across multiple states
- Our LEED Accredited professionals prioritize sustainable design principles
- We provide full-service architectural solutions from concept to completion
- Our employee-owned structure ensures client-focused project management
- We maintain active registrations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa markets
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accreditation
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- Construction Services Institute (CSI)
Services
Master Planning
Our master planning service creates comprehensive development blueprints for churches, schools, hospitals, and municipalities. We analyze existing conditions, assess future needs, and develop strategic land use plans that balance growth requirements with environmental considerations. Our process ensures proper infrastructure development while maintaining fiscal responsibility throughout the planning horizon.
Project Programming
Project programming establishes clear objectives through client collaboration. We identify spatial requirements, budget constraints, and functional needs to create detailed program statements. Our process includes site analysis, adjacency diagrams, and preliminary budgeting to ensure all project parameters align with client expectations before design begins.
Conceptual Design
Conceptual design transforms project requirements into visual representations. We create preliminary drawings and models that balance aesthetic vision with practical considerations. Our team develops feasibility studies and sketch schemes to help clients visualize final outcomes while maintaining strict adherence to budgetary parameters and functional requirements.
Construction Administration
Our construction administration ensures project execution matches design intent. We manage bid processes, conduct site visits, review shop drawings, and process payment applications. The service includes final punchlist inspections and documentation collection to guarantee successful project delivery meeting all specified requirements.
Sustainable Design
Sustainable design integrates environmental considerations throughout the project lifecycle. We apply LEED principles to site selection, material specification, and energy systems. Our approach optimizes natural resources while reducing environmental impact through innovative solutions that maintain economic viability for clients.
People
Jerrel Schomberg
Registered Architect
With over 30 years of experience, Jerrel Schomberg leads architectural projects emphasizing client collaboration and technical excellence. His expertise spans commercial and municipal projects across the Midwest region.
Brian Guthrie
Registered Architect
Brian Guthrie brings three decades of architectural experience focusing on sustainable design solutions. He specializes in educational and institutional projects throughout Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota markets.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architectural solutions including master planning, conceptual design, construction documents, and administration services for commercial, educational, and municipal projects.
Are you LEED Accredited professionals?
Yes, our team holds LEED Accreditation and incorporates sustainable design principles into all projects following USGBC guidelines.
Which states do you operate in?
We maintain architectural registrations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa, serving clients across these Midwestern states.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We emphasize collaborative design through regular client consultations, incorporating owner input at every project stage from programming to final completion.
What project types do you specialize in?
Our expertise covers commercial, educational, municipal, religious, and industrial projects with successful experience in both new construction and renovation work.
How do you handle project budgets?
We maintain strict budget controls through preliminary cost analysis, value engineering, and continuous financial monitoring throughout all project phases.
