ABOUT US

ABOUT

COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS BY DESIGN

Community Solutions by Design (CSBD) is an accredited Minority Business Enterprise Architectural and Engineering design firm that has a collective group of interdisciplinary professionals that offers a unique and genuine perspective to the planning and design of our built environment. Our team of designers pushes the limits of the way buildings are designed, think beyond the box to utilize technology for increased sustainability, and help foster growth in our communities.

CORE VALUES AND ETHICS

CSBD is dedicated to serving its communities in the best way possible by operating under a system of ideals about how our built environment should impact our communities:

Aesthetic Values – Enhance and build on the existing aesthetics of the community.
Social Values – Serve the needs of the end-users in a positive way while preserving culture and sense of community.
Environmental Values – Be good stewards of the environment and its resources.
Economic Values – Strive to be a catalyst for constructive growth and development without damaging the fabric of the existing socioeconomic structure.

MISSION STATEMENT

CSBD’s mission is to use the arts and sciences to promote positive socioeconomics that sculpt communities and build culturally conscious environments that thrive. Our goal is to be a part of helping confront some of the most difficult issues of increased sustainable living and better infrastructure solutions. These challenges demand creativity, critical thinking, and proactive listening which leads to deeper exploration of the problems that we face.

EXPERTISE

As a firm, we are committed to creating design solutions matching each client’s aesthetic and budgetary needs. We will provide our clients with our growing knowledge base and technical skills that reflect the latest developments in the construction and building industry. We perform each project with a professional ethic based upon honesty, integrity, accountability and respect not only for our clients, but also our colleagues and community as well – all the while, assuring our clients, a prompt and timely delivery of consistently high-quality services.

JONATHAN CLARK, AIA, NCARB, PE, LEED AP PRINCIPAL

Atlanta, GA

Tennessee State University| BA, Architectural Engineering

Southern Illinois University | M. Arch

Registered Architect, Tennessee | #106662

Registered Engineer, Tennessee | #122640

Registered Architect, North Carolina | #14843

Registered Engineer, North Carolina | #048491

Registered Architect, Georgia | #015842

Registered Engineer, Georgia | #044690

Registered Engineer, Alabama | #39517

Jonathan Clark is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Community Solutions by Design, LLC. Mr. Clark is a multi-discipline technical professional with a combined 13 years of experience in planning, architecture, building systems (structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing), and construction. He strives to bring a holistic approach to the planning, design, and construction of our built environment. Mr. Clark has obtained his Registered Architect license, Professional Engineer license, as well as his Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional certification. Mr. Clark is a member of many professional architecture and engineering organizations such as Urban Land Institute. Mr. Clark is involved with design, building code compliance review, condition assessments, and analysis of new and existing buildings.

Experiences:

Bristol on Broadway – Nashville, TN

Knowledge Academies Empower the Journey Classroom Project– Nashville, TN

Siloam Health Clinic – Nashville, TN

Highlander Research Education Center – Knoxville, TN

Harlem Estates – Atlanta, GA

Brooklyn Tea – Atlanta, GA

925 Hank Aaron Duplex Development – Atlanta, GA

CreateATL – Atlanta, GA

Family Eye Care of Marietta – Marietta, GA

Rise Charter School – East Point, GA

City of McDonough Community Garden – McDonough, GA

Aspire Medical Advance Hemp Plant – Augusta, GA

Jonesboro Mini Suits – Jonesboro, GA

Mixed-Use Mixed-Income Multifamily Apartment Complex – Charlotte, NC

Lane Eco Village Mixed-Use Development – Lane SC

Senoia Road Daycare – Fairburn, GA

Douglassville Medical Office – Douglassville, GA

PEOPLE

JAMARVIS BOYKIN, ASSOCIATE AIA PROJECT MANAGER

Nashville, TN

Tennessee State University | BA, Architectural Engineering

Belmont University | BA, Architecture – 55 credit hrs

Mr. Boykin makes significant contributions to the design by exploring, formulating, and testing the various potentials of each project. Jamarvis is deeply engaged in the craft of architecture and works alongside project teams to ensure continuity, consistency, and quality across our body of work. Mr. Boykin is a business professional who is passionate about building upon the success and fulfillment of contributing to innovation in building design. He possesses a profound understanding of his clients’ values, seeking to inspire meaningful design concepts and solutions. His meticulous supervision is a resource for all teams and projects, and ultimately fosters design and construction excellence.

Experiences:

Highlander Research Education Center – Knoxville, TN

Kona Ice Office Complex – Millersville, TN

SKHL Plaza – Springfield, TN

Rivergate Retail Shell Building – Goodlettsville, TN

Lane Eco Village Mixed-Use Development – Lane, SC

Everything Beauty Salon – Decatur, GA

City of McDonough Community Garden – McDonough, GA

Rise Charter School – East Point, GA