Architect

A lifelong resident of Grove City, CJ, his wife Sherry and daughters Addy, Layla and Emma enjoy visiting all the parks Central Ohio has to offer. They enjoy hiking, running, biking to the ice cream shop and spending time in Michigan’s UP. They’re very active at their church where CJ serves as a deacon and teaches children on Wednesday evenings. CJ is also Chairman of the Grove City Historical and Cultural Arts Commission whose goal is to work with local groups to promote his hometown’s vibrant history and contributions to the arts.  

CJ has earned two degrees from The Ohio State University, a B.S. Architecture (‘04) and a Masters of Architecture (‘10). During his time between degrees, CJ worked at a large international firm designing Olympic venues, hospitals and office space all over the world. Before joining Mode in early 2013 he spent time at a local award-winning residential design firm where he designed additions and renovations to homes in and around Columbus. 

Architecture is a process and CJ enjoys every aspect of it. Sitting down with clients and going over their goals and vision is the beginning of a relationship he takes very seriously. His goal is to listen, advise and execute the client’s intentions to the best of his ability.

For CJ, the best part of practicing architecture is seeing the lines he and his team put on paper being built and improving the lives of clients.

Beyond the Bio

If you could live anywhere, where would it be?

On the shores of Lake Superior on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

What motivates you to work hard?

My family. They’re very proud of me. I don’t ever want to let them down.

What is your proudest accomplishment?

Running my first 5K.

 If you could go back in time, what year would you travel to and why?

1950’s California. The lifestyle and architecture was so cool.

 Who was your favorite teacher in school and why?

Jose Oubrerie was a studio professor of mine during graduate school. He’d let us go and do our thing. If it was bad he’d tell you, if it was good he’d tell you. But, he’d never tell you what to do, he let you find your own way.