Business Details
Architecture & Engineering Solutions for People-Centered Spaces
At EUA, we believe design is fundamentally about people. Our multi-disciplinary team collaborates closely with clients across five offices to create spaces that elevate human potential and enrich communities. With over 260 employees in Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Denver, and Atlanta, we specialize in architecture, engineering, interior design, and planning services. Our approach integrates innovation with practicality, addressing unique client needs through transformative solutions for workplaces, classrooms, healthcare facilities, and public spaces.Sustainability is central to our practice, guided by objective assessments and technologies. We prioritize long-term partnerships, aiming to deliver inspiring, efficient, and future-ready environments that foster communication, creativity, and community connection.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Interior Design
Planning
Strategy
Sustainable Design
Experiential Graphic Design
Highlights and features
- We offer over 260 multidisciplinary experts dedicated to client-specific solutions.
- Our team integrates architecture, engineering, and sustainability for holistic project outcomes.
- We maintain a proven track record in K-12 education, healthcare, and corporate sectors.
- Our offices in five strategic locations ensure localized expertise with national capabilities.
- We prioritize sustainable design backed by measurable performance assessments and technologies.
Services
Architecture
EUA's architecture practice focuses on creating functional, aesthetically compelling spaces that address client-specific needs while enhancing user experience. Our team collaborates across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions for educational, corporate, and public sector projects. We prioritize contextual sensitivity, sustainability, and long-term value in every design.
Engineering
Our in-house engineering services cover mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems integration for new construction and renovation projects. Engineers work collaboratively with architects from project inception to ensure technical excellence aligns with architectural vision. Specialized expertise includes sustainable systems and complex building technologies.
Interior Design
EUA's interior design team creates environments that reflect organizational identity while optimizing functionality and occupant well-being. Services span workplace strategy, healthcare interiors, and educational facility design. We emphasize material sustainability and adaptive reuse in all projects.
Planning
Our comprehensive planning services address campus development, urban design, and long-term facility strategies. We focus on creating connected, future-ready environments that balance immediate needs with scalability. The process incorporates stakeholder engagement and data-driven decision-making.
Sustainable Design
Sustainability is embedded in all EUA projects through energy modeling, material lifecycle analysis, and LEED certification guidance. Our approach combines environmental responsibility with operational efficiency, delivering measurable benefits for clients and communities while reducing ecological footprints.
People
Kristin Dufek
CEO + President
Kristin Dufek leads EUA's strategic vision and operations, overseeing multidisciplinary teams across five offices. With extensive experience in architectural practice and firm management, she champions collaborative design approaches that prioritize community impact and innovation in built environments.
Jennifer Sodo
Senior Project Manager
Jennifer Sodo specializes in senior living and community-focused design projects. As a market leader, she drives initiatives that combine empathetic design with technical excellence, ensuring spaces meet both functional requirements and human-centered needs for aging populations.
Michael Jelinek
Senior Project Architect
Michael Jelinek brings technical expertise to EUA's science and technology projects. He focuses on laboratory design and complex building systems, balancing operational efficiency with flexible design solutions that accommodate evolving research requirements and technological advancements.
Teresa Wadzinski
Learning Environments Studio Director
Teresa Wadzinski leads educational facility design initiatives, specializing in K-12 and higher education projects. Her work emphasizes safety, adaptability, and pedagogical support through spatial design that enhances learning outcomes and accommodates modern teaching methodologies.
Ryan Wallace
Denver Studio Director
Ryan Wallace oversees EUA's Denver operations, managing regional projects while maintaining alignment with firm-wide design standards. His leadership focuses on expanding the firm's western market presence through client collaboration and innovative architectural solutions tailored to local contexts.
Questions
What industries does EUA specialize in?
EUA serves education, healthcare, corporate, government, and science/technology sectors with tailored architecture and engineering solutions.
Do you handle both new construction and renovation projects?
Yes, we provide comprehensive services for new buildings and adaptive reuse of existing structures across multiple market sectors.
How does EUA incorporate sustainability into designs?
We integrate energy-efficient systems, sustainable materials, and LEED-certified practices while balancing environmental responsibility with client budget requirements.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Our five offices in Atlanta, Denver, Green Bay, Madison, and Milwaukee support national projects with localized expertise.
Can you handle large-scale institutional projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with complex institutional work including universities, hospitals, and government facilities.
