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With one week remaining until the thirteenth Play4Josh Memorial Golf Tournament, we want to extend a massive thank you to our presenting sponsor, The Kleingers Group.

Their support and generosity help fund two scholarships at U of Cincinnati Engineering and Applied Science in memory of our beloved former teammate. Thank you for keeping Josh’s legacy alive and investing in the next generation!

Are your spaces helping your district move forward, or holding it back?

The signs aren't always obvious. Maybe the way you collaborate has changed, technology has evolved, or the way you use the space today looks very different than it did a few years ago. Sometimes small frustrations are signs of bigger opportunities.

In our latest blog, we explore common indicators that it might be time to rethink your spaces and how thoughtful planning can help districts better support students and learning.

Read more:

Is Your School Working for You? Signs It Might Be Time to Rethink Your Space A space utilization analysis can align a space with how students learn and how faculty teach, creating a better experience for all who use it.

After a period of hardship, the challenge isn't just surviving; it's finding a way to build momentum.

That is how the firm persevered in the 1940s. While these marked the last years Mueller led the firm, he showed up with the same leadership and commitment he started with in 1901.

Designed to inspire curiosity and support the next generation of learners, the new Lower School at The Seven Hills School creates spaces for exploration, collaboration, and connection from the very beginning of a student’s journey.

We’re proud to serve as the architect for this transformative project and help bring the school’s vision to life.

See inside the new spaces featured by Cincinnati.com: https://www.cincinnati.com/picture-gallery/news/2026/05/18/seven-hills-school-addition/90103390007/

RENDERINGS: Seven Hills School building new K-5 lower school Seven Hills will open the new Doherty Lotspeich Lower School in 2027.

125 years calls for a custom beer.

We put our team’s creativity to the test with an internal label design competition, and the results did not disappoint. Swipe to see the contenders and this year’s winning design before it makes its debut at our 125th anniversary celebration this fall.

Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder that well-being doesn’t begin in moments of crisis. It’s built through support systems and access to help that make people feel supported every day.

We’re proud to partner with OneQuest Health on a pilot Employee Assistance Program that expands access to mental health resources for our team while helping reduce the stigma around seeking support in the workplace.

As designers of spaces centered around people, community, and wellness, we believe caring for mental health is just as important as caring for physical health. Creating healthier futures starts with investing in the people behind the work.

OneQuest Health launches employee assistance program, partners with SHP Architecture for pilot test - NKyTribune By Brenna Keller NKyTribune associate editor May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and one local organization is expanding mental health services provided in the region. OneQuest Health, formerly CHNK Behavioral Health, provides trauma-informed mental health and addiction treatment services to child...

Built to support growth today while adapting for the future, the Columbia Intermediate School Addition creates new opportunities for collaboration, flexibility, and hands-on learning at Kings Local School District.

The addition introduces specialized learning spaces, refreshed interiors, and an outdoor courtyard designed to extend learning beyond the classroom, all while thoughtfully blending with the existing campus. Most importantly, the project reflects a community-driven vision shaped through engagement and shared goals for the future of learning.

Read more about the project at the link below.

Columbia Intermediate School Addition To address growing enrollment at Kings Local Schools, this intermediate school addition provides the district with much-needed space.

For Steve Kenat, architecture is about creating spaces that strengthen communities and improve people’s lives.

Throughout his career, Steve has helped lead transformational projects across Cincinnati, bringing together thoughtful design and a deep passion for community impact. From neighborhood revitalization efforts to mission-driven spaces, he’s committed to creating places that serve people for generations to come.

At SHP, Steve continues that work by partnering closely with clients and communities to bring meaningful ideas to life through design. Learn more about Steve and his approach to servant leadership at the link below.

Employee Spotlight: Steve Kenat, Director of Community Development Architect and relationship-builder Steve Kenat leads community-based projects at SHP, balancing thoughtful design with long-term value.

The impact of a teacher reaches far beyond the classroom.

Their voice doesn’t just impact students today; it helps shape the future of learning.