Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner for Sustainable, Community-Centric Design
Since 1977, Corkill Cush Reeves Architects has specialized in planning and design services for institutional clients, including faith communities, educational institutions, unions, and commercial entities. Our approach combines Community Centric Planning and Design with Organic Architecture Principles, emphasizing sustainability and site-specific solutions. With over 40 years of leadership continuity, we integrate in-house MEP engineering and high-performance design strategies to deliver functional, aesthetically cohesive projects. Our team prioritizes transparency, cost control, and stakeholder collaboration, informed by decades of international architectural study and hands-on experience across diverse project types. 
Services
Planning
Project Feasibility Studies
Facility Condition Assessments
Architectural Design
Design Build
Fundraising Design Concepts
Cost Estimating
MEP Engineering
Construction Administration
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in institutional architectural design.
- Our in-house MEP engineering ensures integrated, tailored building systems.
- Sustainable design principles guide every project from concept to completion.
- Leadership team maintains active teaching and mentoring roles in architecture.
- International research informs innovative, context-driven design solutions.
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design process begins with understanding client missions and site contexts. We create functional, aesthetically cohesive spaces that align with sustainability goals and budget constraints. With expertise in institutional projects, we deliver tailored solutions that balance innovation with practicality.
Project Planning
We conduct comprehensive project feasibility studies to assess technical, financial, and operational viability. Our planning process incorporates stakeholder input and mission alignment to ensure projects meet long-term organizational goals while maintaining cost control.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design approach integrates passive systems and energy-efficient strategies developed over 40 years of practice. We prioritize site-responsive solutions that reduce environmental impact while maintaining functional excellence across diverse building types.
MEP Engineering
In-house mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services ensure seamless system integration with architectural design. This coordinated approach optimizes building performance while maintaining spatial efficiency and aesthetic coherence throughout the project lifecycle.
Construction Administration
We provide comprehensive construction administration services to ensure design intent is maintained during implementation. Our team monitors quality control, budget adherence, and timeline management to deliver projects that meet specified design and performance standards.
People
John F. Corkill Jr.
President
With over 40 years of experience, John founded the firm in 1977 and has led 185+ church projects. His expertise includes sustainable design and commercial development, informed by 45 years operating a Maryland office building.
Steve Corkill
Principal
Steve leads planning and design initiatives with 30+ years of experience in institutional projects. He teaches at Catholic University and holds certifications in architecture and construction documentation.
William H. Reeves Jr.
Principal
Bill brings 46 years of diverse project experience, including ecclesiastical, educational, and governmental buildings. He specializes in historic restoration and complex construction systems specification.
James M. Cush
Principal
Jim focuses on higher education and institutional design with 35 years of experience. His technical expertise includes integrated lighting and electrical system design for commercial and religious facilities.
Suzanne M. Giguere
Senior Associate
Suzanne has 27 years of experience managing projects from feasibility through construction. She specializes in religious schools, medical offices, and international humanitarian building projects across four continents.
Questions
What types of projects does Corkill Cush Reeves specialize in?
We specialize in institutional projects including faith communities, educational facilities, unions, and commercial developments with a focus on sustainable, community-centric design.
How does the firm incorporate sustainability into designs?
Our sustainable approach uses passive systems, site-responsive design, and energy-efficient strategies developed over 40 years of practice in high-performance architecture.
Do you offer in-house engineering services?
Yes, we provide integrated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services to ensure cohesive system design and spatial efficiency.
What is Community Centric Planning and Design?
This approach prioritizes stakeholder collaboration and mission alignment to create functional spaces that serve community needs while maintaining environmental responsibility.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Corkill Cush Reeves has provided architectural services since 1977, with current leadership maintaining 40+ years of continuous practice.
