Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services in Charleston, WV
Silling Architects has dedicated itself to architectural excellence for over 120 years, combining expert leadership with a client-centric approach. Our practice emphasizes inquisitive design, meticulous service, and relationships built on humility and collaboration. Recognized with 30 AIA design awards, including 12 Honor Awards, we specialize in creating purpose-driven spaces that enhance communities.Our team prioritizes research-driven solutions, tailored to each project's unique context and stakeholder needs. With a legacy spanning seven generations of partner leaders, we remain committed to delivering architecture that adds enduring value to its environment and the lives it serves.
Services
Architectural Design
Historic Preservation
Interior Renovations
New Construction
Justice Facility Planning
Community-Centric Development
Details
- Year established: 1902
Highlights and features
- We have 120+ years of architectural experience across diverse project types
- Our work has received 30 AIA design awards, including 12 Honor Awards
- We prioritize research-driven, evidence-based design solutions
- Our client-centric approach emphasizes tailored team building and stakeholder accountability
- We maintain a legacy of seven generations of partner-led leadership
What people say
Design excellence
Collaborative approach
Community impact
Award-winning work
Client-focused service
Services
Architectural Design
Silling Architects creates purpose-driven spaces through research-based design that integrates contextual analysis, stakeholder engagement, and innovative spatial solutions. Our approach emphasizes evidence-based decision making and tailored team composition to address each project's unique requirements while maintaining architectural integrity.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in preserving architectural heritage through sensitive restoration and adaptive reuse strategies. Our work maintains historical integrity while incorporating modern functionality, as demonstrated in projects like the 1834 Southampton County Courthouse renovation and Kanawha County Public Library expansion.
Interior Renovations
Our interior renovation services focus on optimizing spatial efficiency and enhancing user experience. We combine functional analysis with aesthetic considerations to create environments that meet evolving needs while respecting existing architectural character.
New Construction
From concept to completion, we deliver new construction projects that balance innovation with practicality. Our process includes comprehensive programming, material selection, and construction documentation to ensure buildings meet both functional requirements and design excellence standards.
Justice Facility Planning
We design justice facilities that prioritize security, functionality, and community integration. Our approach creates environments that support judicial processes while maintaining public accessibility, as seen in projects like the Raleigh County Sheriff's Department headquarters and Cabarrus County Courthouse.
People
Jody Driggs
Principal, CEO
Leading Silling Architects as CEO, Jody Driggs brings decades of architectural expertise and strategic leadership to drive the firm's vision of design excellence and client-focused service delivery.
Chad Wentz
Principal, Managing Director
As Managing Director, Chad Wentz oversees project execution and team development, ensuring Silling's commitment to meticulous service and innovative architectural solutions across diverse project types.
Michael LeBoeuf
Director of Design
Michael LeBoeuf leads design initiatives with a focus on creative problem-solving and aesthetic innovation, maintaining Silling's tradition of architectural excellence through contemporary design approaches.
Marie McCauley
Studio Director
As Studio Director, Marie McCauley manages project teams and client relationships, ensuring each project reflects Silling's core values of inquisitiveness, thoroughness, and collaborative design excellence.
Brian Estep
Studio Director
Brian Estep directs architectural projects with emphasis on technical precision and client satisfaction, leveraging his extensive experience to maintain Silling's high standards of design and execution quality.
Questions
What architectural services does Silling Architects offer?
We provide comprehensive architectural services including design, historic preservation, interior renovations, new construction, and justice facility planning.
How long has Silling Architects been in business?
Our firm has been practicing architecture for over 120 years, established in 1902.
What project types does Silling Architects specialize in?
We specialize in cultural, educational, justice, and community-driven projects with expertise in both historic preservation and modern design.
Does Silling Architects work outside West Virginia?
While based in Charleston, we serve clients across the US including North Carolina, Florida, and Virginia projects.
How does Silling Architects approach design excellence?
Our approach combines research-driven analysis, stakeholder collaboration, and evidence-based design to create meaningful, context-sensitive architectural solutions.
What awards has Silling Architects received?
Our work has earned 30 AIA design awards, including 12 Honor Awards for Excellence in Architecture.