Our Firm | Our Team | Our Services





Meister Architects was founded on the belief that human needs, appreciation of aesthetics, and spacial experience are the catalysts of creation; igniting the fusion of form, space, materials, light and color into a single entity that pleases the eye, warms the soul, and stirs the intellect. Today, working with a dynamic, creative team we continue the commitment to client service and innovative design solutions started by Bill Meister in 1974. This has contributed to the continued growth of the company; evidenced by our repeat clients and projects ranging from $100,000 to $7,000,000 with an annual construction value of 40 to 50 million dollars.




We work as a team using each individual's skills and strengths to bring success to every project. Our team creates a bond and together our skills provide the strength to create a successful project.


Key Members' history and contribution to our team:



Bill Meister's career began after graduating with honors from Penn State University's Architecture Program. Along with being Principal Architect of the firm, and a member of The American Institute of Architects, he taught Architecture/Engineering students at Penn State University and continues to serve on the Advisory Committee. He was instrumental in the development of a new township zoning ordinance to better meet the needs of the community into the 21st Century and is a member of the Berks County Planning Commission.

Jere Hess has a degree in design drafting and spent five years with an engineering firm working in mechanical, structural, and architectural disciplines as a designer drafter. His various credentials in Information Technology are a crucial aspect of Meister Architects. As Systems Administrator and chief designer drafter, Jere's diverse ability is invaluable to achieving our client's goals.

Tim Cox creative vision and innovative design concepts fulfill our clients diverse needs and many times exceeds their expectations. Tim is an intern architect finishing his education at Drexel University. He has been selected to represent the University in the NAARB accreditation process and as a talented, innovative designer, Tim has received many awards and scholarships for his outstanding designs. Tim is a graduate of Penn State University with a degree in engineering.


Pre-design Services:

Consistent with our mission to provide personalized service, our team becomes familiar with our clients' needs, expectations, style and design concerns during the pre-design phase. This relationship is developed during meetings with key people on our design team where we:

•  Evaluate site and environmental conditions

•  Encourage a “green approach”

•  Evaluate state and local regulatory issues

•  Establish budget and time schedules

Design Services:

After building a solid relationship during the pre-design phase, we then interpret the client's ideas into architectural solutions. Our team of experts is committed to each client's design needs. We turn your concepts into realities! Our design services include:

Proposals

•  Schematic designs with alternate solutions

•  Professional recommendations

•  Preparation of a cost analysis

Working Drawings/Specifications

Working as a strategic partner with our clients, we finalize the design solution during this phase. Our team:

•  Prepares final working drawings to show extent, configuration, location, relationship and dimensions    of work to be done.

•  Prepares detailed specifications to ensure that all types of materials, products and applications are    followed by contractors.

Construction Period Services:

We assist our client in selecting a project delivery method and contractor(s). We observe the construction process to ensure that the contractor follows the construction documents.

In addition to full architectural services we provide:

•  Feasibility studies

•  Existing building analysis

•  Regulatory approvals

•  Interior Design

• Project Management



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