Peter’s passion stems from the belief that architecture is for people and has the power to build community and strengthen mission through the transformation of space. He greatly enjoys creating collaborative teams and tailored processes that are focused on client needs while leveraging the strengths of the various team members.
Peter’s professional experience spans over 40 years with firms in Ann Arbor, Detroit and Grand Rapids. His career also includes roles as an adjunct and visiting professor at Calvin University, as well as an instructor and teaching assistant at the University of Michigan.
Peter earned his Master of Architecture and Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Michigan. He also studied liberal arts at Calvin University.
professional credentials
Registered Architect – State of Michigan
Registered Architect – State of Arizona
Registered Architect – State of Colorado
Registered Architect – State of Florida
Registered Architect – State of Illinois
Registered Architect – State of Indiana
Registered Architect – State of Kentucky
Registered Architect – State of New Mexico
Registered Architect – State of Ohio
Registered Architect – State of Wisconsin
Registered Architect – State of Wyoming
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) – Member
American Institute of Architects Michigan Chapter – Member
U.S. Green Building Council of West Michigan – Member
affiliations
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park – Board of Directors
Shrine of Saint Francis Xavier and Our Lady of Guadalupe – Finance Council Member
Pregnancy Resource Center – Board of Reference
Community Sustainability Partnership, Grand Rapids – Member
Talent First – Member
distinctions
Council on Educational Standards and Accountability Symposium – Presenter, 2024
Calvin University’s Van Lunen Center Fellows Program – Presenter, 2024, 2023, 2021, 2017
Wheaton Academy Institute’s Best Practices Conference for the Christian School™ – Presenter, 2024, 2023, 2022
George G. Booth Traveling Fellowship in Architecture, 1989
Albert Kahn Fellow, 1988
awards
American Institute of Architects Grand Rapids Chapter – Young Architect Award, 2002
American Institute of Architects Chicago Chapter, The Chicago Award – Second Place, 1989
Leonard B. Willike Competition – Winner, 1987
Steelcase Architectural Design Division Fine Arts Competition – Winner, 1987
interests + hobbies
- travel
- time with family
- enjoying a nice wine with friends and family
fun fact!
Peter is married to a classmate of his from architecture school and they have seven children.