We are honest, straightforward, and strive to always find the perfect fit. Our team’s unique abilities and skills allow us to be bold in our pursuits.
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associates
architectural
engineering
interiors
office support

ian griffiths
President
Architect
AIA, RIBA, LEED AP BD+C

john miller
Vice President
Architect
AIA, LEED AP OM

darren johnson
Vice President
Electrical Engineer
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matt veriha
Treasurer
Mechanical Engineer
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wendy thorson
Secretary
interior designer
IIDA, LEED AP BD+C

joseph dettlaff
Chairman of the Board
Mechanical Engineer
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dan dallich
Senior Principal
Architect
AIA, EDAC

brian meulemans
Senior Principal
Mechanical Engineer
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jamison white
associate
Structural Engineer
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michael leibham
associate
Electrical Engineer
pe

steve srubas
associate
architect
aia

jim hinze
associate
architect
aia

clark meyer
architect
aia

bob van lanen
associate
Plumbing Designer
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christine brown
associate
interior designer
IIDA, CHID, LEED AP

kristin pritchard
associate
interior designer
IIDA

ed willenbrink
architect
project manager
aia

dan drain
architect
project manager
aia

pamela pelot
associate
architect
aia

denise dauplaise
Architect
Code Specialist
AIA, LEED AP BD+C

jim vareka
architect
Construction Specifier
AIA, CSI, CCS

david scheuer
Field Representative

stan grant
Field Representative

thomas welch
Field Representative

tim gorton
Field Representative

nicholas kaufmann
associate
Team Facilitator

jeff wurm
Project Coordinator

dan heling
associate
information technology

kevin blaese
Project Coordinator

scott charney
BIM/ CAD Specialist

jeff pogrant
BIM/ CAD Specialist

clinton hughes
plumb./ fire protec. designer

dave maresh
BIM/ CAD Specialist

Erik Koning
electrical designer

dave roemer
plumbing designer

jason juelich
BIM/ CAD Specialist

darrin moore
BIM/ CAD Technician

amir nouri
architectural intern

ryan evers
architectural intern

stephanie phillips
architectural intern

aaron van lanen
BIM/ CAD Specialist

andrew bornemann
BIM/ CAD Specialist

josh lutzow
architectural intern

phil kline
Engineer in Training

dave mirabile
mechanical designer
leed bd+c

naomi parrott
BIM/ CAD Specialist

dustin sewell
HVAC Designer

kevin sperber
BIM/ CAD Specialist

courtney williams
BIM/ CAD Specialist

steve durham
architectural intern

Phillip Van Zeeland
architectural intern

edward klister
architectural intern

lori krause
associate
Accountant
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amy brey
Administration Support

denise heimerl
Administration Support

merri bowser
Specification Clerk

Ashley Paul
Administration Support

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ian griffiths

President
Architect
AIA, RIBA, LEED AP BD+C
Ian is president of Berners Schober and has been with us since 1991. He has led several high profile projects for the firm, including recent additions to the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh and Madison campuses.
Always an innovator, Ian leads our team in challenging the status quo. He knows how to ask the right questions and dig deep to find the best solutions for our clients.
When he’s not in the office or on the job site, Ian is applying his techniques on the river, fly fishing with his sons.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Architecture
De Montfort University, Leicester, United Kingdom

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john miller

Vice President
Architect
AIA, LEED AP OM
John is vice president of the firm. He started at Berners Schober in 1995, beginning a journey across multiple building typologies and unique architectural challenges.
John believes that every project begins and ends with a strong relationship, between Berners-Schober, the client, the occupants and the building itself.
When not on a soccer field, or traveling with his family, you can find John helping in the local community serving on multiple non-profit boards or fundraising for the St. Baldrick's Foundation.
Education
Master of Architecture
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

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darren johnson

Vice President
Electrical Engineer
PE
Darren is vice president and heads Berners Schober’s Springfield office. He is an electrical engineer by trade, specializing in lighting, power and special systems, but is well-versed in many aspects of architectural design.
Darren takes a hand-on approach to both engineering problems and client relationships. His ability to translate complex engineering and design processes into digestible explanations makes him a great asset for both client and firm.
He is our resident Illinois expert, charged with growing our southern operations.
Education
Saint Louis University
BSEE, 1989-1993
Professional Engineering Lic. 2002

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matt veriha

Treasurer
Mechanical Engineer
PE
Matt is treasurer and a mechanical engineer at Berners Schober. He knows the ins and outs of HVAC with vast experience in energy efficient, user-friendly systems.
He has worked with a large number of clients implementing HVAC systems unique to their needs and easy to operate, including heat recovery chillers, radiant heating/cooling slabs, and countless more.
An admirer of DaVinci, Matt works creativity and imagination into every project; the more challenging the problem, the better.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering

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wendy thorson

Secretary
Interior Designer
IIDA, LEED AP BD+C
Wendy is secretary and heads the interior design department, joining that team in 1986. She uses her experience and instincts of space to plan layouts and incorporate designs that help us better live, work and care for each other.
From fabrics, materials and furnishings to controlling how one moves and flows through a space, Wendy understands how interiors can make us feel, work and live better.
Her classic, timeless sensibilities are evident in her love of relaxing on the beach with family, enjoying a Dickens story or a film from Hitchcock.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Environment, Textiles and Design
University of Wisconsin-Madison

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joe dettlaff

Chairman of the Board
Mechanical Engineer
PE
Joe leads the firm’s engineering department and is a past president. From his start at Berners Schober in 1984 to now, he has led and supported complex building designs for educational, municipal and public service functions.
Though knowledgeable in nearly every aspect of designing a space, Joe provides highly acclaimed expertise in energy analysis, energy modeling and building ventilation.
Joe lives in the details in his profession, but outside of the office he is all about the big picture, taking in nature from the seat of his bike and passing the night with a glass of wine and good friends.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering

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dan dallich

Senior Principal
Architect
AIA, EDAC
Dan is an architect, senior principal and expert in healthcare design. He is an integral contributor to our projects both large and small for our hospital and clinic clients. His designs are formed by an intimate understanding of each end-user: patient, family member and staff.
Through continued education and a need to improve, Dan earned his certification in evidence-based healthcare design from the Center of Health Design. This has allowed him to progress in his mission to better realize the potential of healthcare environments.
In his work and at home, Dan always makes a point to notice simple pleasure: a sunset, floating down the river in his kayak or a good conversation.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture
University of Minnesota

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brian meulemans

Senior Principal
Mechanical Engineer
PE
Brian is a senior principal, mechanical engineer and supervisor for construction administration at the firm. He specializes in healthcare design, but has worked on projects covering many industries and uses.
A true master of HVAC systems, Brian thrives when designing complex systems and collaborating on multi-phased construction projects. His design expertise includes energy analysis and boiler and chilled water central plant design.
Brian is technically savvy and well-versed in AIA, ASHRAE, NFPA and local state requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering