Tim Lai Architect is a design-focused architectural firm based in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in a wide range of commercial and residential projects. With a strong emphasis on modern aesthetics and efficient design solutions, the firm offers services such as site consultation, zoning variance, conceptual design, construction documents, building permits, and construction coordination. Led by licensed architect Tim Lai, who brings over 20 years of professional experience and a Master of Architecture degree from SCI-Arc, the firm has established a reputation for creating elegant and functional spaces that meet clients’ needs while staying on budget and on schedule.
Tim Lai Architect has a diverse portfolio that includes working with clients in the hospitality, retail, entertainment, and residential sectors. From designing new construction projects to house additions and renovations, the firm’s expertise spans a variety of building types and scales. Tim Lai’s background working at reputable architectural firms like Triad Architects and NBBJ has equipped him with the knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality design solutions that reflect modern sensibility and innovative thinking. The firm’s commitment to creating interesting and impactful spaces is evident in completed projects such as Dinin’ Hall, ALTernative, SoHud Tree Mural, Ohio Birds Mural, and Playing Through.
Founded in 2010 by Tim Lai and his wife Eliza Ho, Tim Lai Architect is dedicated to serving local and regional clients with a focus on enhancing communities through art and design. The firm’s philosophy revolves around collaboration, creativity, and sustainability, aiming to improve neighborhoods and create memorable experiences through thoughtful architectural interventions. With a passion for innovative design and a track record of successful projects, Tim Lai Architect continues to push boundaries and redefine the possibilities of architectural practice in the Columbus area and beyond.