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With over 14 years of professional experience across a broad spectrum of scales and typologies, Matt has been an influential leader and advocate for design. His designs have sought to take on complex problems that require uniquely refined and elegant solutions within modest means.
Before joining Specht Architects, Matt worked at an Austin based boutique residential architecture office, where he managed some of the firm’s largest and high-profile projects. These projects served as case studies that he developed into office-wide standards, procedures, and details, streamlining project deliveries for other teams.
Matt received his Bachelor of Architecture at Kent State University and his Master of Architecture at Ohio State University. Upon graduation, he joined Robert Maschke Architects (RMA) in Cleveland, Ohio. At RMA, he was responsible for the design and execution of many award-winning projects that have been widely published. Matt’s contributions guided the transition of RMA’s design dialogue from an analog to a digital studio. In 2015, Matt was the recipient of the Emerging Professional Award from the Cleveland Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Cleveland, Ohio) for recognition as an outstanding member of the next generation of leaders, contributing to the workplace and further developing the profession of Architecture.
Robert Maschke Architects, Cleveland, OH, US, Managing Director
I joined Robert Maschke Architects in 2006 and over the past 12 years, I have been responsible for the design and execution of many award-winning projects, published nationally and internationally. Irrespective of scale and typology, ranging from sculptural follies to private residences, higher education facilities, and commercial spaces; each project’s unique constraints inform exceptional design solutions within modest means. My design and research focus on the architectural effects of origami-like folding to delineate volumetric enclosure and strategically blur interior and exterior distinctions.
In 2015 I was the recipient of the Emerging Professional Award from the Cleveland Chapter of the American Institute of Architects for recognition as an outstanding member of the next generation of leaders, contributing to the workplace and further developing the profession of Architecture.
My expertise in a broad range of design and fabrication hardware and software has guided the transition of RMA's design dialogue from an analog to a digital studio. Implementing fabrication techniques in modeling and construction to develop uniquely resourceful and efficient solutions to complex spatial and aesthetic constraints. The ongoing discourse of architecture in and around our studio strategically draws upon contemporary architectural precedent and research.
I spent a semester abroad in Florence, Italy studying architecture while receiving my B.Arch from Kent State University. I received M.Arch from The Ohio State University, Knowlton School, where I was selected to join the US Pavilion at the 2014 Venice Architecture Biennale. I returned in 2016 to continue my research in Venice, Italy, and the surrounding region.
Kent State University, Kent, OH, US, Bachelors, College of Architecture and Environmental Design
Merit Award [Built Work], American Institute of Architects, Cleveland Chapter, Cabana, Pool & Screen, Award
robert maschke ARCHITECTS’ design for Cabana, Pool, and Screen has been recognized with a 2017 Merit Award by AIA Cleveland, a Chapter of the American Institute of Architects. Each year, the chapter convenes a jury of fellow architects to acknowledge design excellence practicing within northeast Ohio.
The 2017 jury was chaired by Marlon Blackwell, FAIA, from Marlon Blackwell Architects located in Fayetteville, Arkansas who offered the following comments on the project:
“This project really shows the skill and ability of the designer through form and detailing. It is clear in its language and section. The elegant purposeful restraint is commendable. Even rain header and drain seem thoroughly considered – that is always a good sign!”
Honor Award [Built Work], American Institute of Architects, Cleveland Chapter, little_BIG House, Award
Honor Award [Built Work], American Institute of Architects, Cleveland Chapter, Arcadian Food & Drink, Award
Honor Award [Built Work], American Institute of Architects, Ohio Chapter, Arcadian Food & Drink, Award
robert maschke ARCHITECTS’ design for Arcadian Food & Drink has been recognized with a 2016 Honor Award by AIA Cleveland, a Chapter of the American Institute of Architects. Each year, the chapter convenes a jury of fellow architects to acknowledge design excellence practicing within northeast Ohio.
The 2016 jury was chaired by Roberto de Leon, FAIA, from de leon & primmer architecture workshop located in Louisville, Kentucky who offered the following comments on the project:
“The jury appreciates the delicacy and layering of the exterior skin detail which weaves its way through the interior of morphing from screen to rail to wall graphic. Leverages a limited number of materials to great effect on the interior with a rich complexity in section.”
Honor Award [Interior Architecture], American Institute of Architects, Ohio Chapter, Student Enrollment Center, Award
Tex-Fab Plasticity Design Competition, International Finalist, Plastic Stereotomy, 1st Place
Emerging Professional Award, American Institute of Architects, Cleveland Chapter, Award
Honor Award [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, Ohio Chapter, Women’s Recovery Center, Award
Honorable Mention [Interior Architecture] American Institute of Architects, Cleveland Chapter, Student Enrollment Center, Honorable Mention
Honorable Mention [Unbuilt] American Institute of Architects, Cleveland Chapter, Women’s Recovery Center, Honorable Mention
Honorable Mention [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, Cleveland Chapter, Mintz Residence, 1st Place
Honor Award [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, Ohio Chapter, Brahler Residence, Award
Merit Award [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, Cleveland Chapter, Brunswick University Center, Award
Gold Medal Firm Award, American Institute of Architects, Ohio Chapter, Award
Citation Award [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, Ohio Chapter, Brunswick University Center, Award
Honorable Mention [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, Ohio Chapter, Brahler Residence, Honorable Mention
Honor Award [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, National Chapter, Gordon Square Bus Shelters, Award
Merit Award [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, Cleveland Chapter, Gordon Square Bus Shelter, Award
National Merit Award [Built Work], Antron Design to Perform, Antron Carpet, Testing, Tutoring, & Career Center, Award
Merit Award [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, Ohio Chapter, Gordon Square Bus Shelter, Award
Small Projects Award [Interior Architecture] American Institute of Architects, National Chapter, Media Arts, Award
Merit Award [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, Ohio Chapter, Testing, Tutoring, & Career Center, Award
Merit Award [Built Work] American Institute of Architects, Cleveland Chapter, Testing, Tutoring, & Career Center, Award
