About Richard

Richard W. Spears, AIA, LEED AP

Richard W. Spears brings more than 28 years of architectural experience across residential, commercial, hospitality, educational, medical, and institutional projects. His career has included work as a project architect and project manager within established firms, long-term collaboration with architects across the country, and decades of independent practice through Richard W. Spears Architect, Inc.

Experience & Approach

Richard’s work has involved nearly every phase of the architectural process, including programming, client consultation, multidisciplinary coordination, permitting, code compliance, construction documentation, consultant coordination, specifications, submittal review, and construction administration. His approach emphasizes direct communication, careful coordination, and practical problem-solving from the earliest project discussions through construction.

Education & Credentials

Master of Science in Architecture — University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Architecture — Oklahoma State University
Licensed Architect — Georgia and Oklahoma
NCARB Certificate
LEED Accreditation
American Institute of Architects

Selected Professional Experience

Richard W. Spears Architect, Inc.

Leo A Daly

Kenneth Lynch and Associates

J.W. McSorley Architects, PC

Custer Basarich, Ltd.

Collaborations with Timothy Bryant Architect and Clark & Karsh