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WHAT SETS
US APART

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Expertise, Client Focus and Results

We are Michigan’s partner in shaping the future. French leads the way in educational and civic design by blending deep local expertise with full-service integration. As an employee-owned firm, every team member is personally invested in delivering exceptional results. With unmatched expertise, client-driven collaboration, and a results-first mindset, we anticipate challenges, listen deeply, and create solutions that go beyond expectations. 

Our Team

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About Our Business

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OUR MISSION 

Our mission is to create facilities that inspire people, foster imagination, support communities, and exceed stakeholders' expectations.  

OUR Legacy

Built on Success

Our Philosophy

Experience & Quality

FRENCH brings deep experience and uncompromising quality to every project. Our multidisciplinary team blends time-tested expertise with forward-thinking design to deliver spaces that are functional, inspiring, and built to last.

Collaboration

Collaboration fuels our process; we listen deeply, respect diverse perspectives, and create with purpose alongside our clients, partners, and communities. Through active engagement, we foster meaningful dialogue that transforms ideas into impactful environments.

Professional Ethics

Integrity is the foundation of everything we do. At FRENCH, we believe that trust is earned through honesty, consistency, and transparency not just in outcomes, but in every interaction. We honor our commitments, communicate openly, and hold ourselves accountable to the highest ethical standards.

Client Focus

We approach every project as a partnership, tailoring solutions that reflect each client’s vision, goals, and future growth. We remain productive and agile, always advancing with intention and efficiency. And we lead with a positive mindset believing that optimism, creativity, and care are essential ingredients to lasting design.

Environmental Standards

Sustainability isn’t a checkbox it’s a responsibility. We integrate environmentally responsible practices into every stage of our work, from planning and design to materials selection and construction administration.

Innovation & Technology 

Innovation is more than a buzzword it is how we lead. We leverage cutting-edge technology to elevate every phase of the architectural process.  By embracing emerging tools and smarter workflows, we deliver environments that are not only beautiful and functional but future-ready.

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Your Trusted Partner 

When you choose French, you gain more than just an architect; you gain a dedicated partner committed to your success from concept to completion. For over 54 years, we have collaborated with schools, municipalities, commercial entities, retail organizations, and faith-based communities to turn bold ideas into functional and inspiring spaces. Our track record speaks for itself: we deliver projects on time and within budget, our award-winning designs are recognized for excellence, and we build lasting relationships based on trust, transparency, and results. Every project is approached with a commitment to quality, innovation, and client satisfaction, ensuring that your vision becomes a reality that exceeds your expectations.

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Our Dedicated Team Members

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Todd Pardon

Chief Executive Officer

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Dale Jerome, AIA

President

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Dan Jerome, AIA

Vice President

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Suzanne Carlson, AIA

Vice President

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Craig Westrick, AIA

Vice President

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Kristy Scheuer

Vice President

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Alexander Adler, AIA

Associate

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Vasilios Baros

Associate

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Amanda S. Bonilla

Executive Assistant

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Ryan Campbell

Associate

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Karen Cawley

Controller

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Pam Connelly

Associate

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Paul Corneliussen

Board Member

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Jade Drabczyk

Interior Designer

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Ivona Grujevski

Associate

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Jill Hauler-Fisher

Associate

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Alex Hollander

Associate

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Kelly Kamlay

Associate

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Salina Kenward

Interior Designer

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Rick Lipski, AIA

Associate

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Ray Manion, AIA

Associate

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Charles Marchetti, AIA

Senior Associate

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Marquise Mascaro

Marketing Coordinator

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Kyle Myers, AIA

Associate

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Aimee Neikart, AIA

Senior Associate

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Nick Owens, AIA

Associate

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Lisa Pieters

Business Manager

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Danny Simoski

Associate

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Grace Spondike

Associate

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Antonela Vushaj

Associate

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Jessica Walter

Interior Designer

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Brandi Williams

Associate

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