Welcome to Smay Trombley Architecture

Architecture . Preservation . Design . Consulting

 

 

Smay Trombley Architecture provides a wide range of professional services focusing on preserving our heritage with creative solutions for our future.   Our services and expertise includes:

 

• Assessment and analysis of existing conditions and preparation of Historic Resource Surveys and Historic Structure Reports.

• Understanding and applying the Secretary of Interior's Standards during design and implementation to guide appropriate work and meet funding and tax credit requirements.

• Code analysis utilizing the Michigan Rehabilitation Code to best guide projects with flexible and cost-saving upgrade solutions.  

• Comprehensive architectural services including schematic design; preparation of construction documents, including CAD drawings and specifications; and construction observation services.

• Working with a team of experienced engineers to appropriately upgrade and sensitively incorporate new mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems into existing buildings.

• Upgrading existing buildings creatively to respectfully accommodate handicapped accessibility.

• Research of funding sources and assistance with preparation of grant applications.

 

Our recent and current project work focuses on lighthouse preservation in the Great Lakes region and includes:

• Historic Structures and Condition Assessment Reports and Phase 1 Implementation at the St. Joseph North Pier Inner and Outer Lights.

• Three Phases of Rehabilitation at the Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse.

• Exterior and Interior Rehabilitation of the Grosse Ile North Channel Front Range Light.

• Architectural Analysis and Preservation Plan for the St. Albertus Historic Site in Detroit.

• University of Michigan Historic Resource Surveys documenting the history and architecture of U-M's North Campus, Campus Housing, Michigan Union and Michigan League.

• Schematic Design and detailed code analysis for the restoration of the historic Keefer Hotel in downtown Hillsdale, Michigan.

• Exterior Sandstone Repairs at the historic Port Huron Federal Building.