At CR architecture + design, we build communities - retail, hospitality, public safety, mixed-use, education, and commercial designs.

We solve complex problems, design intuitive spaces and engineer innovative solutions. From space planning to project delivery services, architecture to project branding and engineering to conceptual design, we provide a vast suite of capabilities.

From retail and hospitality to government, education and everything in between, discover the breadth of our service and market expertise.

CR architecture + design (CR) is a forty-year-old architectural firm known for “Creating Extraordinary Places.” Their architectural expertise across nine marketing segments; retail, commercial, hospitality, housing, public safety, higher education, K-12 education, senior living, and mixed-use developments.

CINCINNATI, OH – March 2021 – CR architecture + design is pleased to announce the opening of its Chicago office to further accommodate CR’s growth and investment in their clients. This location will leverage their current cliental, specifically in the shopping and travel markets, aligning with their growth strategy.

CR architecture + design moves into the heart of downtown Detroit, Michigan. In an effort to increase accessibility, build brand awareness, and centralize our mid-west project base, CR opens their doors to their new downtown [...]

In need of an experienced partner that can meet your needs? Interested in learning a little more about all that CR has to offer? We’d love to hear from you!

David Arends is the Chairman & CEO of CR architecture + design. As a leader in public safety design, CR’s team continuously studies how people live, work, and play in the facilities we create. Since 1998, David has worked with fire departments across the U.S. to economically address physical and tactical training needs through innovative designs.

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Apr 28, 2023 · CR’s growing national presence and signature architectural partnerships will enable us to be a permanent fixture on the TrustAnalytica ranking list. Consider joining our team, see our list of current openings as we continue to GROW!