CLEVELAND — Richard L. Bowen & Associates, Inc. (Bowen), a leading Cleveland-based employee-owned architectural design firm known for its innovative approach and commitment to client success, has announced the opening of its newest office location in Erie, Pennsylvania. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in the firm’s growth, broadening its geographical reach and enhancing its capacity to serve a growing portfolio.
Jason Wieczorek, AIA heads the new studio. He comes to Bowen from JW Architecture & Design, the acclaimed firm he founded in 2020 after seeing opportunity in Erie’s market for a new architectural services provider. He and his team are responsible for notable projects including an expansion of the Erie Yacht Club, the interior renovation of Five Iron Golf and the iconic Erie sign in Bayview Park. His leadership of Bowen’s Erie office reflects a commitment to forging lasting relationships and creating great design in Western Pennsylvania.
“We could not be more thrilled to welcome Jason and his team as we open a new office in Erie,” says Bowen President Allan Renzi. “We can’t wait to introduce Jason and his team to our current projects while also bringing our love of architecture to our new second home in Erie.”
“This is a win-win,” adds Jason Wieczorek. “Joining a nationally recognized design firm lets us play in new and exciting markets while also giving us more support to pursue meaningful opportunities in our beautiful city.”
Bowen is an employee-owned, multi-disciplined architectural design, interior design and engineering services firm based in Cleveland, Ohio. Richard L. Bowen founded the company in 1959 and served as president until his retirement in 2019. In those 60 years, Bowen grew to a nationally licensed firm with engineering and construction service capabilities. Today, Bowen is a 100-percent Employee-Owned company with Allan Renzi, AIA as president.
Bowen is a multi-disciplinary firm led by architecture and supported by engineering and construction services. According to a press release, “our comprehensive services streamline project management and create continuity for our clients.”
Bowen leads projects in public and private sectors, with specializations in transit, public safety, commercial development and retail. The firm’s Construction Management department offers both enhanced CA and CM as Agent services, while its civil department serves as municipal engineers for two Northeast Ohio cities.
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