Business Details
40 Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Design & Consulting Services in Syracuse, NY
Established in 1986, Wolniak Architects brings decades of expertise in architectural design, adaptive reuse, and renovation projects. Our firm specializes in creating innovative solutions for new constructions, tenant interiors, and historic building transformations, serving private developers, government agencies, and national clients. With a focus on design continuity and technical precision, we deliver tailored environments that address client-specific needs while maintaining aesthetic integrity.Our portfolio spans retail spaces, medical facilities, educational institutions, and award-winning recreational centers, reflecting our commitment to versatile problem-solving. Led by Michael Wolniak, our team combines deep industry knowledge with a collaborative project-team approach to ensure excellence from concept through construction completion.
Services
Architectural Design
Adaptive Reuse
Interior Design
Site Planning
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of architectural expertise since 1986
- Our full-service approach integrates design, engineering, and construction
- Specialized in adaptive reuse of historic and complex structures
- Award-winning designs recognized nationally since 1994
- Proven track record with educational institutions and commercial developers
Services
Architectural Design
We create custom architectural solutions for new constructions and renovations, focusing on functional spaces that balance aesthetic appeal with technical precision. Our designs address site-specific challenges while maintaining continuity from concept through construction. Clients benefit from our extensive experience in commercial, retail, and institutional projects across the United States.
Adaptive Reuse
Our team specializes in transforming existing structures into modern functional spaces while preserving historical integrity. This includes renovating landmark buildings, repurposing industrial spaces, and updating commercial properties for contemporary use. We maintain design continuity throughout technical phases to ensure successful project outcomes.
Interior Design
We develop comprehensive interior environments for offices, retail spaces, and medical facilities. Our approach integrates spatial efficiency with aesthetic elements, creating functional layouts that meet client branding and operational needs while adhering to technical requirements.
Site Planning
Our site planning services optimize land use through strategic layout design, circulation analysis, and environmental considerations. We coordinate engineering disciplines to create cohesive site solutions that complement architectural designs and enhance overall project functionality.
Project Management
We oversee projects from initial concept to construction completion, ensuring design intent remains consistent throughout technical phases. Our management approach maintains innovation while addressing practical implementation challenges through coordinated team collaboration.
People
Michael Wolniak
Principal Architect
Licensed architect with NY, MD, and FL registrations. Graduated from Syracuse University School of Architecture (1978) and Onondaga Community College (1975). Formed Wolniak Architects in 1986 after working on Manhattan high-rise projects and Central New York transportation centers.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in commercial design, adaptive reuse of historic buildings, interior renovations, and site planning for retail, medical, and educational facilities.
How long have you been in business?
Wolniak Architects has provided architectural services since 1986, with our founder practicing professionally since completing architecture school in 1978.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Syracuse, NY, we complete projects throughout New York State and have worked on commercial developments across the continental United States.
Can you handle complex renovation projects?
Yes, we excel at transforming challenging spaces including historic buildings and non-traditional layouts, maintaining design integrity throughout the renovation process.
What makes your firm unique?
Our project-team approach combines decades of experience with innovative design solutions, ensuring continuity from concept development through construction completion phases.
