Retail Design Services Creative Architectural Solutions has over 70 years of partner experience in providing design and production solutions to the national retail and restaurant marketplace. Allow us to show you and your team how to balance the Economy vs. Quality vs. Quantity equation to the benefit of your next project. Our Services: Design Development Site Selection Site Planning 3-D CAD Modeling Construction Documentation Specification Writing Construction Bid Coordination Construction Administration Our Clientele: Edward Warren Jewelers Walt Disney World/MGM Studios Hanes Brands Ashley Stewart Swiss Farms Lenscrafters Levis Strauss M & M World Marshall Russo HMS Host Xpress Spa Ross Simons Lane Bryant The Smithsonian Institution 455 S. Ludlow St. Columbus, Ohio 43215 [p] 614-255-4048 [f] 614-621-4420 marketing@casarchitecture.com
Company History is an architectural firm utilizing over 70 years of partner experience to deliver design and production solutions to the national retail, restaurant, daycare and hospitality marketplace in addition to specialized solutions in the central Ohio marketplace. Creative Architectural Solutions vision is to build a unique firm in the architectural marketplace specializing in design, materials, 3D modeling, computer technology and creativity while creating a learning environment for its associates and employees. Creative Architectural Solutions unique positioning in the market is based upon its capabilities to deliver 3D production solutions and superior client satisfaction. These capabilities are built upon current 3D modeling solutions and the E vs. Q vs. Q approach to establish and deliver client satisfaction. The E vs. Q vs. Q approach defines for clients the need to evaluate the Economy, the Quality and the Quantity in each project. The approach ensures creative design and production solutions by balancing of these factors and establishes client requirements before project start. By utilizing this approach, Creative Architectural Solutions can deliver on client expectations and maintain the highest customer satisfaction in the market. Currently, Creative Architectural Solutions employs twelve full-time staff, including three registered architects; Michael McCall (18 years), Dan Marsh (25 years) and Scot Draughn (15 years). The firm was established in June of 2001 by partners Michael McCall, Scot Draughn and Brian Edison. Creative Architectural Solutions history of growth has been measured and consistent since conception. While occasionally utilizing contract employees, we have been able to maintain a strong and loyal workforce. Creative Architectural Solutions has the ability to grow quickly as project loads demand.
Lane Bryant is the most recognized name in women s fullfigured fashions with a strong emphasis on style not size. With a close proximity to their World Headquarters at Easton Commons, attentiveness to every detail was required to create this new flagship store to reinforce the company s already extraordinary brand loyalty and market success. The Lane Bryant at Easton Town Center is the product of a prototype joint venture with Chute Gerdeman Design. The fresh new Lane Bryant brand retail concept was designed for Columbus, Ohio s premier shopping and entertainment destination in the expansive Easton mixed-use complex. Easton Town Center Columbus, Ohio CREATIVE ARCHITECTURAL SOLUTIONS, INC.
Lenscrafters is the nation s retail sales leader in optical products with approximately 890 locations in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Since 1983, they have revolutionized the eye care industry by bringing doctors, the optical laboratory and a wide selection of frames and accessories together for efficiency and convenience. Creative Architectural Solutions worked closely with corporate store planning and creative partners to bring the rebranded corporate prototype into several premier mall locations in the Midwest. Strategic millwork, graphics and signage revisions by Chute Gerdeman Design were also incorporated to strengthen the Lenscrafters brand message. Coralridge Mall Coralville, Iowa CREATIVE ARCHITECTURAL SOLUTIONS, INC.
Sheetz was founded in Altoona, Pennsylvania in 1952 by G. Robert Sheetz. Bob purchased his father's dairy store and hired his brother Steve to work part-time. The two far exceeded their expectations for moderate expansion. By 1983, Bob and Steve had opened 100 stores and have redefined the full-service convenience store. The Raleigh store shown was the first of the 10,000 square foot Convenience Store/Restaurant/Petroleum prototype and rollout designs developed for Sheetz by Creative Architectural Solutions and creative partner Chute Gerdeman Design. The results are award winning and have garnered an enthusiastic and loyal customer following. Raleigh, North Carolina CREATIVE ARCHITECTURAL SOLUTIONS, INC.
Michael McCall, AIA - President / Principal Architect Michael McCall established Creative Architectural Solutions in June of 2001, a venture that would enable him to continue to offer quality architectural services to existing satisfied clientele, while pursuing emerging businesses by offering progressive and prototypical design services. With well over 35 years of experience in architecture, Michael developed a keen understanding of the business of commercial, restaurant, and retail architecture throughout many years as Lead Project Architect for a diverse national clientele. The allegiance of this clientele, including such companies as Bob Evans Corporation, Brinker International, Wendy's, Limited Companies, Hampton Inn, Max & Erma's, Ruby Tuesday's, Toys 'r' Us, Bravo Development, and many others, was the motivation to begin the company, which since, has exhibited rapid growth and industry accolades. Recent awards of mention include NASFM and DDI awards for the Sheetz TCF Prototype in Altoona, PA. Degreed in architectural engineering, a registered architect for over 15 years, and an active member of the American Institute of Architects, Michael and the Creative Architectural Solutions team is a cohesive unit with a vested interest in the success of their company. The Creative Architectural Solutions approach to architectural design and documentation stems from a basic principal: To deliver a superior product, on budget and on schedule. To assure that this philosophy is never compromised, Michael continues to function primarily as Lead Production Coordinator, a position where he can remain active in the assurance of quality control, a strategy that greatly benefits all those working with him, his associates, and ultimately the client.
Brian M. Edison, Vice President of Business & Finance With more than two decades of experience in Architecture, Project Management & Business Development, Brian Edison's commitment to understand the needs of clients first, and assures that these needs are continually met throughout the entire design development process. As primary initial contact, client coordinator, and contract negotiator, Brian serves to maintain constant communication and oversight to assure customer satisfaction and loyalty. Brian began his career in 1986 as an architectural draftsman in the hotel and multifamily residential housing industry, but soon found his niche in project management for national retail and restaurant clientele. By the late 90's his management endeavors effort had focused on national rollout programs. In 2001, Brian partnered with Michael McCall and Scot Draughn in the establishment of Creative Architectural Solutions, Inc., launched with the goal of creating an architectural firm with a solid and diverse knowledge base, comprised experienced individuals from various backgrounds in retail and commercial design fields. Brian's 20 plus years in project, division, and business management benefits the team in the long-term strategic planning of clientele and positioning the firm as an effective extension of the creative vision of the client.
Scot Draughn - Principal / Vice President of Design Scot Draughn co-established Creative Architectural Solutions in June of 2001, with Michael McCall and Brian Edison with the goal to provide imaginative and innovative design solutions for all clientele, whether the task would be for single projects or prototypical roll-out designs. With more than 23 years of experience in architectural design and construction documentation, Scot has developed a substantial understanding of the architectural business. Scot has worked diligently toward the foundation of enduring long term business relationships with national clientele such as Wendy s International, Lens Crafters, Hardee s Restaurants, Yum Corporations, Bravo Development, Ruby Tuesdays and many others. He is also participating with the City of Marysville in the Revitalization of their Uptown as an Architectural consultant. With a Bachelors of Science in Architecture from The Ohio State University, an Associate Degree in Architectural Technology for the University of Cincinnati and a registered Architect for over 12 years, Scot along with Michael and Brian and the Creative Architectural Solutions team is a cohesive unit with a vested interest in the success of their company. Scot's role in maintaining the Creative Architectural Solutions philosophy is functioning as the lead Design Coordinator and Researcher of cutting edge technology to provide progressive thinking in the process of bringing the conceptual design process to the Construction Document creation.