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Our Staff

In addition to the firm’s leaders, Champlin Architecture has a staff of over 30 design and administrative personnel. From registered architects and interior designers to computer 3-D visualization and sustainable design specialists, we bring a wealth of talent and experience to our clients’ projects.

Champlin has professionals that are NCARB-certified. Through a simple process we are able to achieve architectural registration in any state.

Benjamin J. Richards, AIA, LEED AP

Principal

Ben Richards has developed an expertise in classroom design, contemporary worship design and auditorium theater design. He enjoys challenging projects and has experience with many project types from new construction to historic preservation and to the rehabilitation and modernization of existing buildings. Ben’s commitment to achieving the client’s vision is evident through his clear communication and hands-on involvement from project kick-off to closeout and beyond. His success at maintaining client relationships comes from being proactive in his design approach and a leader of the project process.

Ben is active in the community and his church. He spends his free time helping to raise his three young girls while occasionally finding time for less stressful pleasures such as a round of golf.

Community & Professional Involvement

  1. Crossroads Community Church
  2. Society for College and University Planning, Member
  3. College of Mount St. Joseph, Past Adjunct Professor

Certifications Registered Architect: OH; LEED Accredited Professional
Education University of Cincinnati / 1989 / BArch
18 Years with Champlin + 3 Years Previous Experience

Benjamin J. Richards
  1. Michael J. Battoclette
  2. Bob Schilling
  3. Joan Tepe Wurtenberger
  4. Marianne Bir
  5. Jay Derenthal
  6. Jason East
  7. Alan P. Elgersma
  8. Michael Koch
  9. Steven D. Kurtz
  10. Melissa M. Lutz
  11. Michael Murphy
  12. Brett L. Oberholzer
  13. Kristie M. Pudlock
  14. Benjamin J. Richards
  15. Gary Volz
  16. Don X. Xu
  17. Suzanne Carney
  18. Jeff Cyrus
  19. Priya Dhuru
  20. Doug Ignatius
  21. Krutarth Jain
  22. Rebecca J. Millar
  23. Marilyn S. Wills

Our Staff

In addition to the firm’s leaders, Champlin Architecture has a staff of over 30 design and administrative personnel. From registered architects and interior designers to computer 3-D visualization and sustainable design specialists, we bring a wealth of talent and experience to our clients’ projects.

Champlin has professionals that are NCARB-certified. Through a simple process we are able to achieve architectural registration in any state.

 
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