Episode 52_Michael Schuster - a podcast by MSA Design

Michael Schuster, FAIA, LEED AP is the founder and a principal of MSA Design, an AIA Ohio Gold Medal firm, offering award-winning services in architecture, interior design, planning, and experiential graphics. Schuster received his Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from the University of Cincinnati School of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP). He became a registered architect in 1982 and is NCARB certified in 30 states. He founded MSA Design in 1985 and since then, MSA has grown from a single practitioner to a firm of over 50 employees operating from three offices in Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio, and Naples, Florida.

Mike Schuster is a recognized leader in the architectural community. His expertise lies in a strong and passionate design process that results in innovative, creative solutions. His involvement with Great American Ballpark, Xavier University, University of Cincinnati, The City of Blue Ash, Great Oaks Career Campuses and Government Square among many others is testament to his belief that architecture and design should uplift, empower, and energize communities.

Mike has always placed great importance on improving the community through design. His tireless efforts and distinguished work have earned him AIA Fellowship and AIA Gold Medal, the highest honor, recognizing pioneers in architecture. He has served on local boards including OKI, the College of Mt. St. Joseph, and The Leukemia Society of America; is past is past president of the Cincinnati Chapter of the American Institute of Architects; and is personally involved in charities for Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and the Leukemia Society of America.

In recognition of his dedication, he was honored as a “Cincinnati Gentleman of Style and Substance” in 2014 – an honor that recognized not only his contributions to the architectural profession, but to the community at large.
His leadership has propelled, MSA Design to receive over a 100 state, regional and national design awards and their work has been featured in numerous peer and trade publications.

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