Matthew Wolf, Architect
Matthew Wolf was born in Cincinnati, Ohio and is a 1994 graduate of the College of Architecture, University of Cincinnati. His postgraduate experience includes: four years with Surber Barber Choate and Hertlein Architects, Inc. (Atlanta), partnering in a profitable furniture building business (Highland Furniture), employment at Payto Architects (Cleveland), and 15 years as a partner in Wolf Maison Architecture + Design (Cleveland). Matthew is interested in the rejuvenation of urban Cleveland while contributing to its preservation. Among Matthew’s current projects are multiple custom residences within Moreland Courts, which have showcased his strength in detail and use of quality materials. Matthew is a member of the Cleveland Historic Preservation Society.
Services
MWA finds interesting solutions for interesting people.
Matthew has developed an eclectic, loyal clientele and a diverse body of work that reflects a careful working process applied equally to the renovation of historic buildings or the coordination of specialists in modern commercial facilities. The common thread is a measured approach to listening, collaborating, and pragmatic results.
Pre-design
Site Evaluation, Zoning, Land Use, Planning, Programming, Master Planning, Historic Analysis
Design
Building Design, Interior Design, Construction Documentation
Post-Design
Permit Coordination, Bidding and Negotiation, Contract Administration
Urban Renewal
Matthew believes in the revitalization of diverse urban areas, which directs and encourages infill development back into the city center. He also believes in the power and ability of traditional neighborhoods to restore functional, sustainable communities. And so, he strives to restore the urban fabric, not by replicating old communities, but by blending old and new, borrowing the best from the past, adapting to the present, and anticipating the future.
Passive Building
Matthew has been a leading proponent of passive building strategies in the Cleveland-area design community. Ask about solutions that could lead to non-existent or even negative energy bills!