Business Details
Award-Winning Educational Facility Architects
Fanning/Howey Associates is a specialized architectural firm dedicated to creating innovative learning environments. With offices in Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan, we focus on educational design that strengthens communities through architecture, interiors, engineering, and master planning. Our team combines technical expertise with creative vision to address real-world constraints while prioritizing functionality and inspiration. We integrate sustainability, security, and collaboration into every project, from elementary schools to higher education facilities.Our construction administration services ensure designs are executed with precision, minimizing costs and maximizing value. Recognized for our thought leadership, we employ CPTED-certified specialists and leverage Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principles to create safe, welcoming spaces. With decades of collective experience, we partner with clients to develop forward-thinking solutions that meet evolving educational needs across the Midwest and beyond.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Engineering
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Construction Administration
Security Consulting
Highlights and features
- We specialize in educational architecture with 40+ years of industry-specific expertise
- Our team includes CPTED-certified security specialists for enhanced school safety
- We offer integrated engineering services achieving Net Zero sustainability goals
- Our construction administration input reduces project costs by 20-30%
- We combine master planning with community stakeholder engagement for unified vision
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- LEED Accredited Professionals
Services
Educational Architecture
Our architects create purpose-driven learning spaces that enhance educational outcomes. We specialize in code-compliant, future-ready facilities that balance functionality with inspiration. Our designs incorporate natural light, flexible layouts, and technology integration to support modern pedagogy while maintaining budget and schedule efficiency.
Security Consulting
We implement evidence-based security solutions using CPTED principles. Our approach combines physical design elements with operational protocols to create layered protection systems. Services include risk assessments, secure entry design, and emergency response planning that maintains welcoming environments for students and staff.
Master Planning
Our master planning process creates roadmaps for educational facility development. We analyze existing conditions, enrollment trends, and community needs to develop phased solutions. The process includes stakeholder engagement sessions and cost modeling to ensure fiscally responsible, future-ready implementations that align with district educational goals.
Interior Design
We design interiors that foster collaboration and innovation. Our spaces incorporate flexible furniture arrangements, branded environments, and multi-functional zones that support project-based learning. Materials selection emphasizes durability and sustainability while creating visually stimulating environments that enhance the educational experience for all users.
Construction Administration
Our in-house construction team ensures design intent is maintained throughout building phases. We provide document coordination, RFI management, and site observation services. Early involvement in the design process reduces change orders by 40% and ensures accurate budget forecasting through constructability reviews and value engineering.
People
Andy Miller
Chief Operating Officer
AIA-certified architect with 25+ years of educational design experience. Leads Indianapolis operations and national project strategy while maintaining active involvement in client relations and community engagement initiatives.
Nicholas Van Wieren
Project Executive
Licensed architect with expertise in Northwest Indiana educational facilities. Specializes in CTE facility design and security upgrades with 18 years of regional project experience managing complex district modernization programs.
Jennifer Fuller
Project Executive
Design leader for central Ohio projects with focus on cultural integration and community engagement. Brings 20 years of experience in creating innovative learning environments that reflect regional educational values and priorities.
Timothy Lehman
CEO
Licensed engineer and LEED AP professional leading firm-wide operations. Founded the Celina office in 1983 and continues to shape our educational design philosophy while overseeing strategic growth initiatives across all markets.
Salvatore Moschelli
Project Manager
NOMA-member architect specializing in Detroit-area educational revitalization projects. Combines urban design expertise with pedagogical insights to create community-focused learning environments that address historical inequities in educational infrastructure.
Questions
What types of projects does Fanning/Howey Associates specialize in?
We specialize in K-12 schools, higher education facilities, and community learning environments with expertise in new construction, renovations, and master planning.
Do you provide services outside the Midwest region?
While our offices are in Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan, we serve clients nationwide with recent projects in New York and New Mexico.
How does your firm approach school security design?
We integrate CPTED principles with modern learning concepts to create secure yet welcoming environments through natural surveillance and controlled access points.
What construction delivery methods do you support?
We work with all delivery methods including design-build, CMc/CMAR, and traditional design-bid-build models.
Can you help with educational technology infrastructure planning?
Yes, our engineering team specializes in technology design for 21st-century learning environments including smart classrooms and AV systems.
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