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About Us

We Build
for People

Our work reflects a clear understanding and reverent respect for the past, combined with an astute insight and open minded embrace of the present and future. Our team of experienced and talented architects & designers represents the full scope of capabilities required to create better, more productive and more sustainable communities.

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David Beatty, RA

Project Architect

Resident Bicycle Gremlin,
Poet Laureate, Office Pun-dertaker.

David manages a wide range of projects from industrial to office to public projects. With over 30 years of experience, he combines innovative design with a practical approach to building.

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Bob Bumbarger

Project Manager

Sports Enthusiast, Fitness Wanabee,
King of the Nerds

Bob has been working with Larsen for 15 years. His leadership and charismatic personality have helped him work with numerous municipalities to see projects to fruition.

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Faith Chrostowski

Project Manager

Project Perfectionist, Sports Addict, Dad Joke Annihilator

Faith joined Larsen in 2020 after earning her Master of Architecture at Kent State University. She has a diverse project portfolio, but helps lead commercial restaurant projects.

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Ken Esry

Project Manager

 Café Mocha Blueprint Maestro

Ken collaborates closely with client teams from design to completion, aligning goals with values and insight to meet present and future needs. His work reflects a civic vision, fostering identity, public engagement, and inclusivity, all with the help of intensely brewed savory coffee.

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Mark Huebner

Project Manager
 Interior Design

 Professional Cat Scratcher, Director of Fun, Chief HR Troublemaker 

 Mark leads Larsen’s Interior Design projects. With over 10 years of experience, he combines creativity with functionality and careful attention to detail.

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Deb Larsen

Office Manager Emeritus

Recreation Consultant, Mindfulness Maestro, Vibe Manager Emeritus

Deb served as the backbone of our office for over 16 years. Her tireless efforts ensured that our operations ran smoothly. She often comes back to spread joy and positivity.

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Tara Pesta

Project Architect

Mom-in-Chief, Project Options Gifter, Bad Joke Intolerant

Tara has over 20 years in the architectural profession, a proud Bearcat / Bearcat Mom, and an expert in the simultaneous juggling of multiple projects at once.

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Kayla Skurski

Project Manager

 Gastronomic Guru, Vibe Check Specialist, Garden Gnome in Training

 Kayla is a dynamic project manager and the youngest, newest member of the team, bringing fresh perspectives and energy to every project.

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Traci Walkosak

Project Architect

Building Code Whisperer, Kittanning Knative, Nuance Finder

Traci is a 30+ year veteran of the architectural world – with a wide range of varied project experience.  She is an invaluable code sleuth keeping us all on the straight and narrow.

Visit Us

12815 Detroit Ave

Lakewood, OH 44107

Visit Us

12815 Detroit Ave

Lakewood, OH 44107

Get in Touch

info@larsen
architects.com

Visit Us

12815 Detroit Ave

Lakewood, OH 44107

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Jim “JP” Ptacek,
AIA, LEED AP

Principal

 Dad Joke Specialist, Pun Purveyor,
Movie Reference Referencer

 JP is the steady hand of leadership on the Larsen tiller, with 30+ years of architectural experience.

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Jim Larsen, RA, AIA

Founder

Rowdy Rower, Chief Inspiration Officer, Worker Emeritus

Jim founded Larsen in 1981 with the philosophy of a team-based approach to architectural solutions. (Yes, it’s his fault we are like this.) He has since stepped away, but still comes back to spread timely advice over pizza on Friday.

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Cara Abbaticchio

Office Administrator

Just a Girl, Office Cat, Director of Dollars & Details

 Cara brings a well-rounded skill set to Larsen, supporting the team, the business, and ensuring that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

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