Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Transformative Architectural and Engineering Design Solutions
Progressive AE is a multi-disciplinary design firm with over 60 years of experience transforming spaces to support client goals and community outcomes. Founded in 1962, we merged with KSV Architects in 1985 and expanded through strategic acquisitions, establishing offices in Michigan and North Carolina. Our team of architects, engineers, and strategists prioritizes performance-based design, integrating human experience, business processes, and sustainability. We specialize in universal design, sustainable practices, and innovative solutions for retail, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments.As an employee-owned firm, we emphasize ownership mentality, profit sharing, and professional development. Our expertise spans 49 states, with recognition including AIA Michigan and North Carolina Firm of the Year awards. We leverage tools like energy modeling software and the AIA 2030 Challenge to achieve net-zero goals, while pursuing inclusive design through Global Universal Design Commission standards. Our iterative process combines curiosity, data analysis, and collaboration to deliver transformative spaces for clients nationwide.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Urban Design
Sustainable Design
Universal Design
Healthcare Planning
Retail Development
Community Engagement
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of experience in multi-disciplinary design and engineering solutions
- Our employee-owned structure ensures owner-level accountability and investment in client success
- We implement patented sustainability practices aligned with AIA 2030 Challenge goals
- Our universal design expertise meets Global Universal Design Commission standards
- We provide coast-to-coast service through strategically located offices in 49 states
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services create functional, aesthetically compelling spaces tailored to client needs. We specialize in healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and mixed-use developments, integrating sustainable materials and universal design principles. With licensure in 49 states, our architects deliver context-sensitive solutions that enhance community environments while meeting technical and regulatory requirements.
Sustainable Design
We implement energy-efficient strategies using cove.tool and TallyCAT software to minimize carbon footprints. Our AIA 2030 Challenge commitment drives net-zero building designs through EC3 material selection and embodied carbon analysis. This approach reduces operational costs while achieving environmental stewardship goals for commercial and institutional clients.
Universal Design
Our universal design practice removes physical and social barriers in built environments. We apply Global Universal Design Commission standards to create accessible spaces for diverse populations, including specialized solutions for neurodiverse classrooms and healthcare facilities that improve patient outcomes through intuitive spatial planning.
Community Engagement
We facilitate stakeholder collaboration in civic projects through workshops and participatory design sessions. Our planners integrate local input into master plans for parks, transportation systems, and urban developments, ensuring projects reflect community values while meeting technical and financial feasibility requirements.
Interior Design
Our interior designers create productive, brand-aligned environments for workplaces, retail spaces, and healthcare facilities. Using NCIDQ-certified expertise, we optimize spatial layouts while incorporating sustainable materials and universal accessibility features that enhance user experience and operational efficiency.
People
Meredith Bronk
President and CEO
Meredith Bronk leads Progressive AE' strategic vision, leveraging decades of architectural experience to drive innovation in healthcare and wellness design. She champions employee ownership and sustainable practices while expanding national market reach through collaborative leadership.
Bryan Koehn
Principal, Director of Design
With 20+ years in architectural design, Bryan Koehn specializes in creating identity-driven spaces that enhance organizational success. He leads design teams in developing elegant, functional solutions for commercial and institutional clients while mentoring emerging professionals in sustainable design practices.
Tom Frey
Senior Project Manager
Tom Frey oversees complex mechanical, structural, and civil engineering projects nationwide. His technical expertise ensures code compliance and operational efficiency in healthcare, education, and corporate facilities while maintaining alignment with client financial objectives.
Michael Perry
Universal Design Practice Leader
Michael Perry directs universal design initiatives, developing accessible environments that exceed ADA requirements. He educates clients on inclusive design principles and implements solutions that improve usability for diverse populations across all project types.
Matthew VanSweden
Sustainability Lead
Matthew VanSweden develops and implements sustainability strategies aligned with AIA 2030 Challenge goals. He trains design teams on energy modeling software and carbon-reduction techniques while advising clients on achieving LEED and net-zero certifications.
Questions
What services does Progressive Companies offer?
We provide architecture, engineering, interior design, landscape architecture, and urban planning services with specialized expertise in sustainable design, universal accessibility, and community engagement projects.
In which states do you operate?
Our licensed professionals serve clients in 49 states from offices in Grand Rapids and Detroit, Michigan; Charlotte, Durham, and Greenville, North Carolina; and Asheville, North Carolina.
How does Progressive approach sustainable design?
We use energy modeling tools, EC3 material databases, and AIA 2030 Challenge protocols to minimize carbon footprints. Our Sustainability Action Plan tracks progress toward net-zero goals through operational and embodied carbon reductions.
What is your universal design expertise?
We apply Global Universal Design Commission standards to create accessible environments. Our specialists develop inclusive solutions for healthcare facilities, educational spaces, and public areas that accommodate diverse abilities and needs.
Are you an employee-owned company?
Yes, our employee stock ownership plan gives team members ownership stakes, fostering accountability and long-term commitment to client success and professional development opportunities.
