Department: Architecture

Adam Lorenz

Adam has a broad and diverse background and strives to develop stakeholder relationships and communication strategies in order to help projects exceed expectations. He possesses excellent organizational, administrative, and leadership skills that allow him to manage the various aspects of complex projects from feasibility and planning through execution. As a Laboratory Planner, Adam leverages his attention to detail and experience in the Science and Technology field to optimize results and ensure client satisfaction.

Mike Newman

Mike’s approach to architecture follows a quote by Hans Hollien “Everything is Architecture”. He examines how each person may use the building, items within the building, and how the building overall serves the community.

Carl Berry

Carl graduated from the University of Oregon with a Master of Architecture and a focus on public and community-oriented design. He then spent two years in Seattle working on large-scale commercial office developments before relocating to Madison, Wisconsin.

Jacob Ziomek

Jacob’s approach to design synchronizes people, systems, business structures, and practices into a process that captures a company’s vision and mission.

Michael Zhou

As an Architectural Design Specialist, Michael has contributed to the schematic design, design development, and construction document stages of various types of projects ranging from academic facilities to performance art centers.

Thomas Zalewski

Tom has 30 years of structural engineering experience before he turned his attention to buildings. He is equipped with extensive technical experience in bridges, hydraulics, underground structures, and dam engineering. His technical experience focuses on replacements, rehabilitations, and inspections. Tom’s specific responsibilities include project management, plan layout and design, structural calculations, in-depth inspections, rehabilitation reports, life-cycle analysis, hydraulic calculations, plan and specification preparation, environmental reports, public involvement, and agency coordination. His attention to detail and ability to apply creative solutions to technical problems is an asset to any project team.

Cassie Potts

Cassie attended Waukesha County Technical College and graduated with dual degrees in Architectural Drafting and Interior Design—roles in which she can switch between seamlessly. She is organized, goal-oriented, has a keen eye for detail, and is dedicated to her craft in a field that she finds incredibly rewarding to work in.

Sarah Phillips

As a construction administrator and architectural design specialist, Sarah is highly organized, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator. She finds efficiencies in operations and uses her eye for great design to expertly review architectural drawings and prepare high-quality construction documents.

Thomas Matejka

Tom’s expertise as Strang’s Lead Architectural Design Specialist positions him as a true asset to any project’s success. Tom’s expertise includes the ability to manage highly technical details and understanding about how spaces interact with each other in day-to-day use. He is passionate about team collaboration and believes each discipline working together will achieve the best product for any client’s needs. Tom enjoys working on complex projects that present challenges as this gives him the opportunity to implement his creative thinking and strategize project outcomes.

Garrett Marklowitz

Garrett graduated from Madison Area Technical College with an Associate’s degree in Architectural Technology.