Business Details
Architects in Ashland, WI
C&S Design & Engineering has been a trusted leader in architectural and engineering services for over three decades. Our philosophy centers on collaboration, bringing together clients, contractors, and engineers to create successful project frameworks. With the integration of framework design, inc., a 15-year-old design-build firm, we offer a multidisciplinary approach grounded in practicality and design expertise. Our team's deep understanding of tax credit programs, project financing, and construction processes ensures compliance and cost efficiency from inception to completion.Licensed in 19 states, we specialize in residential, commercial, and civic projects, emphasizing communication and organization to streamline complex design and construction journeys. Our commitment to client satisfaction drives every decision, making us a reliable partner for affordable housing and adaptive reuse projects nationwide.
Services
Architectural Design
Tax Credit Consulting
Construction Management
Interior Design
Site Planning
Historic Preservation
Building Inspections
Feasibility Studies
Development Team
Green Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in residential and commercial architecture.
- Our team specializes in tax credit program compliance for affordable housing.
- We provide integrated design-build solutions with framework design, inc.
- Our projects emphasize cost efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- We operate with nationwide licensing and local project expertise.
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design for residential, commercial, and civic projects. Our approach integrates client needs, regulatory requirements, and cost efficiency. With expertise in tax credit compliance, we deliver functional, code-compliant spaces for affordable housing and adaptive reuse.
Tax Credit Consulting
Our firm specializes in federal, state, and local tax credit programs for housing projects. We guide clients through program requirements, funding applications, and compliance to maximize financial benefits and avoid costly errors during construction.
Construction Management
We manage construction projects from planning to completion, coordinating teams and ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines. Our experience includes HUD, WHEDA, and historic tax credit projects across multiple funding sources.
Historic Preservation
We restore and repurpose historic buildings while preserving their architectural integrity. Recent projects include converting a 19th-century mansion into event spaces and modernizing multi-family units with ADA-compliant upgrades.
Building Inspections
Our inspectors evaluate residential and commercial properties for code compliance, structural integrity, and tax credit eligibility. Services include ADA assessments, property condition reports, and feasibility studies for renovations.
People
Hans S. Dahl
Chief Executive Officer
Hans leads C&S Design & Engineering with over 30 years of architectural and project management experience. He specializes in tax credit compliance and multidisciplinary team leadership for complex housing developments.
Lauren E. Dahl
Principal, Senior Architect
Lauren directs architectural projects with expertise in residential and commercial design. Her focus on client collaboration ensures projects meet budgetary, regulatory, and functional goals for affordable housing.
Amber D. Ericksen
Project Architect
Amber manages project teams for residential and civic developments. She coordinates with contractors and engineers to deliver code-compliant, cost-effective solutions aligned with client visions.
Trevor L. Provost
Senior Project Designer
Trevor designs residential and commercial spaces with attention to tax credit requirements and sustainability standards. He ensures technical precision and creative functionality in every project phase.
Layne O'Dell-Richardson
Senior Project Designer
Layne specializes in adaptive reuse and historic preservation projects. Their expertise in code compliance and client communication ensures smooth transitions from design to construction completion.
Questions
What types of architectural projects do you handle?
We specialize in residential, commercial, civic, and affordable housing projects, including historic preservation and tax credit-compliant developments.
Do you offer tax credit compliance services?
Yes, we are experts in federal, state, and local tax credit programs, guiding clients through funding applications and regulatory requirements.
Are you licensed outside Wisconsin?
We are licensed architects in 19 states and collaborate nationally on projects requiring multidisciplinary expertise.
Can you assist with construction management?
Yes, we provide full-cycle oversight from planning to completion, coordinating teams and ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.
Do you work on historic building renovations?
Yes, our team specializes in adaptive reuse projects that preserve historical integrity while modernizing functionality.
How do I start a project with C&S Design & Engineering?
Contact us via our website or phone number to discuss your project details. We'll schedule a consultation to outline next steps.
