Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Architecture & Design Services in Louisville, KY
At Joseph & Joseph Architects, we specialize in transforming shared visions between architects and clients into tangible realities. Our commitment to personalized attention begins with active listening to understand client needs, ensuring we address current requirements while preparing for future growth. With expertise spanning distillery design, healthcare, education, institutional projects, commercial developments, and residential spaces, we combine innovation with a deep respect for historic preservation.Founded in 1908 by brothers Alfred and Oscar Joseph, our firm has evolved through strategic partnerships and generational leadership, including the integration of Bravura Architecture in 2020. Our multidisciplinary team delivers solutions that honor tradition while embracing modernity, serving public and private sector clients across Kentucky and beyond.
Services
Distillery Architecture
Historic Preservation
Interior Design
Master Planning
Building Assessment
3D Printing
Digital Scanning
Details
- Year established: 1908
Highlights and features
- We offer over 115 years of architectural expertise in Kentucky.
- Our team specializes in historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects.
- We provide comprehensive services including 3D printing and digital scanning.
- Our firm maintains offices in Louisville, Lexington, and Nashville for local accessibility.
- We have designed award-winning distillery and hospitality projects across the Bourbon Trail.
Associations and certifications
- AIA
Services
Distillery Architecture
Specialized architectural solutions for distilleries combining industrial functionality with visitor experiences. Our designs integrate production spaces, tasting rooms, and educational facilities while preserving historic elements. Projects like the Fred B. Noe Distillery demonstrate our ability to scale traditional processes for modern operations.
Historic Preservation
Expert restoration and adaptive reuse of historic structures while maintaining architectural integrity. Our work on the Old Forester Distillery and Angel's Envy Distillery showcases our ability to blend modern requirements with period authenticity using traditional materials and techniques.
Interior Design
Comprehensive interior design services creating functional, aesthetically cohesive environments. From the Green River Tasting Room's industrial-chic aesthetic to hotel projects like The Trail Hotel, we design spaces that tell brand stories through material selection, zoning strategies, and curated artifacts.
Master Planning
Strategic master planning for large-scale developments like The Parklands of Floyds Fork. We create comprehensive plans integrating infrastructure, public spaces, and environmental considerations while maintaining long-term flexibility for evolving needs and community growth.
3D Printing
Advanced 3D printing services for architectural models and design validation. This technology enables precise physical representations of projects during planning stages, allowing clients to visualize complex spatial relationships and material applications before construction begins.
People
C.M. (Cash) Moter IV
Architect | Partner
Licensed architect and LEED Green Associate with fourth-generation leadership experience at Joseph & Joseph Architects. Specializes in distillery projects and historic preservation, bringing technical expertise and sustainability focus to complex developments across Kentucky.
Eric Huelsman
Architect | Partner
Partner at Joseph & Joseph Architects with extensive experience in architectural design and project management. Joined the firm in 2018 and became partner in 2020, contributing to the evolution of the firm's design approach and client service model.
Ian McHone
Architect | Lexington Office Lead
Licensed architect leading the Lexington office operations. Focuses on regional projects while maintaining coordination with the main Louisville office, ensuring consistent service quality across the firm's geographic footprint.
Danny Ruberg
Sustainability Director | Nashville Office Lead
Sustainability expert and office lead for the Nashville location. Combines green building practices with regional market knowledge to deliver energy-efficient solutions tailored to Middle Tennessee's architectural needs.
Shelley Malicki
Interior Designer | Project Manager
Kentucky-certified interior designer managing project interiors with a focus on creating immersive brand experiences. Her work on tasting rooms and hospitality projects demonstrates expertise in blending functionality with storytelling through design.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in distillery design, historic preservation, interior design, master planning, and 3D printing services for architectural models.
How long has Joseph & Joseph Architects Architects been in business?
We've been operating continuously since our founding in 1908 by brothers Alfred and Oscar Joseph.
Do you work on historic building restoration projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience in historic preservation, including projects like the Old Forester Distillery and Angel's Envy Distillery.
What locations do you serve?
We maintain offices in Louisville, Lexington, and Nashville, Kentucky, serving clients throughout the region.
Can you design bourbon-related hospitality spaces?
Yes, we've designed multiple bourbon-themed projects including distilleries, tasting rooms, and The Trail Hotel on Kentucky's Bourbon Trail.
