We shape our buildings;
Thereafter they shape us
Meyer Group
Architecture
Meyer Group Architecture of Duluth, is a multi-disciplinary resource and service based architectural firm located in Duluth, Minnesota. Through our progressive and forward-thinking planning and design process, we provide superior quality as well as responsible and environmentally sound design solutions for a range of projects. All aspects of our business are centered on building responsive relationships with our clients.
Sustainability Matters
Sustainability Initiatives and Green Design Energy is a wide range of inexpensive, cost-effective techniques for clients. Day lighting, use of recycled materials, use of rapidly renewable materials, and efficient space planning are just a few of the techniques utilized. The use of low VOC paints, adhesives, and low off-gassing particle board products are part of our standard specifications. Our mainstream design process is a “Green” Design Process, allowing our clients to pick and choose which Green strategies to utilized in their Interior Architecture/Interior Design. Green Design does not need to be more costly, but rather more “intelligent” design.
Our Services
Meyer Group, P.C. is a multi-disciplinary resources and service based architectural firm. Through our progressive and forward-thinking planning and design process, we provide superior quality as well as responsible and environmentally sound design solutions for a range of projects. All aspects of our business are centered on building responsive relationships with our clients.
Architectural Design
Any firm can design a building based on what it is supposed to be and do. It takes insight and experience to understand the needs and visions that clients bring to their projects.
At Meyer Group, we listen first and design second, to assure that we create value added solutions that represent the best possible incarnation of each client’s project.
Project Management
Sound project management is all about communication, and it’s something that we pride ourselves on at Meyer Group. Internally, we function as a team, assuring an efficient and streamlined design and production process that keeps costs down and schedule adherence high. We treat each client as a member of our team, providing consistent updates, responsiveness, and feedback.
Project Planning
We focus on master planning and land use. Effective consideration of the long-term life of a project is essential to its success. Master planning is a fitting aspect of our business, as we aim to create lasting, positive results – in the structures we design, the communities we help to grow and develop, and the relationships we nurture.
Owner’s Representation
Every project, whether large or small in scope, requires the talents of a team of competent individuals. With many disciplines of professionals involved in differing capacities, knowledgeable oversight is essential to a positive project outcome.
Meyer Group offers experienced owner’s representation to assure that a client’s interests – and their budgets – remain a central concern throughout the life of a project.
Graphic Design
We focus on master planning and land use. Our graphic design services offer clients the freshest technological advantages available. From renderings to branding, we provide forward-thinking images and messages that embody the visions clients seek to realize in a project. Effective consideration of the long-term life of a project is essential to its success. Master planning is a fitting aspect of our business, as we aim to create lasting, positive results – in the structures we design, the communities we help to grow and develop, and the relationships we nurture.
Interior Design
Interior design is an integrative process that goes hand in hand with the architecture and site. In order to arrive at the most appropriate, creative, and functional design, we allow the building’s architecture to inform each and every design decision, from the site through the shell and into the occupied interior environment.
We shape the built environment for enjoyment, communication, function, and pleasure.
Landscape Architecture
We understand that site and building work hand in hand to foster a strong design relationship between interior and exterior. Our in-house landscape architecture department works directly with architectural and interior design departments throughout the design process to provide comprehensive, integrated solutions that blur design boundaries. We offer comprehensive solutions to support all of your site design and construction needs: from urban streetscapes to ecosystem restorations, planting to grading and drainage design. Each and every design is as important to us as it is to you, and tailored to capture each and every unique aspect of the site. We pride ourselves on an extremely high level of detail in creating your design in your vision while always respecting and revealing the natural process at work.
Timothy Meyer
CEO & President AIA, CID, NCARB, LEED AP
Tim Meyer is the founder and primary shareholder of Meyer Group of Duluth dba Meyer Group Architecture, PC. Tim grew up in Central and Northern Minnesota, born in Little Falls, then resided in the communities of Little Falls, Long Prairie, Park Rapids and Sandstone, Minnesota while growing up. From an early age, Tim had a talent for Art, Design, and Drafting. His technical interests allowed him to enroll in the Pre-Engineering Program at St. Cloud State University following graduation in 1980. Following Pre-Engineering at SCSU he enrolled at North Dakota State University in their Architecture Professional degree program in 1982. He graduated in 1986 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Design and in 1987 with a Bachelor of Architecture – professional degree. He worked initially out of college with Pauly, Olsen, Bettendorf, Eastwood and Associates in St. Cloud and Architecture One in Brainerd, Minnesota. Following a short stint in the Design Department at Cold Spring Granite, Tim relocated to Duluth, Minnesota working with DSGW Architects, Krech Ojard & Associates, and founding his own company, Meyer Group Architecture in 2009. Meyer Group Architecture celebrated its 12th year in business in June of 2021. Tim’s experience is varied and primarily in Community Development area of work doing Education, Government, Tribal, Housing, Commercial Office & Retail, and Historic Preservation projects in his 34 years of architectural practice.
Tim has always been a community-involved person, with volunteer experiences in Recreation/Coaching, AIA Professional Association, City Government, and various other community organizations. Recent involvements include City of Duluth – Planning Commission and City of Superior – Historic Preservation Commission.
Erik Schwarzkopf
Registered Architect NCARB
Erik is a registered Architect with over 8 years of experience as a project architect, project manager, and project designer. Erik grew up in the Duluth area, graduated North Dakota State’s Architecture program, and has worked for his entire career in the Duluth area on a wide variety and scale of project types. His primary roles include project design, development, and management. Erik chose the profession of architecture with the goal of making a positive difference and he is principally focused on dedication to our clients, our environment, and our community. Erik believes in mentorship and is currently serving as an Assistant Coach for the Hermantown Speech Team.
Mission Statement
Meyer Group will create responsible, progressive design solutions through a process that surpasses our clients’ expectations on all levels.
Values
Responsiveness
Respect
Environmental Focus
Relationship Focused
Community Investment
Collaboration
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