Michael Schuster founded MSA Architects in 1985 and through his hard work and pure love for the job has nurtured its growth and success. His dedication to design and his community have propelled him to one amazing experience after another. His involvement with the Cincinnati Reds, the University of Cincinnati, Miami University, Xavier University and Government Square in Downtown Cincinnati are just a few of the projects that reflect Michael’s belief that architecture can energize and empower communities. His projects include Summit Park in Blue Ash,the Government Square Transit Center, and the renovation of the Houston Astros Minute Maid Park.

Michael will talk about the issues of producing high quality design in cities with a market rate that impacts detail development, materials, and investment in buildings. How do we design with modest budgets and deliver high quality architecture? Where do we focus design issues and how do we work with clients to encourage investment in both the public and private realm?