Gary Cline, AIA | NCARB
President | Managing Principal
Gary has over 36 years of experience in the architectural profession and the management of a design firm. As the Founding Principal and President of Cline Design, Gary is responsible for business management and development, while serving as Principal-in-Charge for many of the firm’s larger projects.
He is motivated to create opportunities for others by fostering a vibrant and thriving design environment. His passion for design excellence and bringing people together is proven through the firm’s 28 years of sustainability and success.
John Felton, AIA | NCARB
Senior Principal | Director of Design
John has over 32 years of experience including 24 years with Cline Design Associates. John has a passion for designing places that bring people together and build a sense of community. As Director of Design, John Felton plays a central role in the design of many of the firm’s mixed-use, residential, retail and urban design projects. He works with clients at the earliest stages of design, determining visions and goals for architectural character, and maintains an active role overseeing and directing the design team in order to ensure integrity of design throughout each phase of the process.
Michael Lattner, ASLA
Senior Principal | Director of Land Planning
Michael has over 35 years of Land Planning and Landscape Architectural experience. His expertise is diverse in the areas of planning including master planning large-scale developments, site planning small tracts, site analysis, feasibility studies, due diligence, rezoning and landscape architecture. He carries an understanding of the complexities of development and takes a realistic approach to design that promotes community and aesthetically relevant solutions.
As the Director of Planning for the firm, Michael manages a team of project managers and landscape architects, overseeing the design direction and integrity of Land Planning and Landscape Architecture projects. He actively mentors NC State University students and teaches a summer program at NC State University titled “The Office” to upper class men and graduate student at the School of Design.
Cari Jones, AIA, NCARB
Senior Principal | Director of Housing
Cari has over 27 years of architectural experience. With a passion for providing quality housing and mixed-use design solutions, Cari works with clients to create thoughtful, contextual communities. As the Director of Housing, she is responsible for managing several project managers, as well as overseeing the design process for housing projects in the firm and serves as Principal-in-charge for multiple multifamily projects from design inception to construction completion.
Michael Mesnard, AIA
Senior Principal | Director of the Raleigh Office
Michael has over 23 years of experience (20 at Cline Design Associates) as a director, architect, and project manager in retail, office, industrial, institutional, and corporate facilities. His knowledge, understanding and participation in the development of numerous design projects has given him the ability to take design concepts, budgets and schedules safely through the construction process. By gathering information, listening to the needs of the owners and users, Michael facilitates open communication and understanding of each unique commercial and interior design project.
As the Director of the Raleigh Office and Commercial, Michael oversees each project team and ensures all projects maintain design integrity and are completed on time and within budget.
Orlando Pizarro, AIA, LEED AP
Senior Principal | Director of the Charlotte Office
Orlando has over 10 years experience in architecture. He has a specific expertise in high-rise and mid-rise multi-family, commercial and mixed-use projects. He is well-versed in all phases of a project including design, management, project scheduling and budgeting. Prior to joining Cline Design Associates, Orlando worked with the well-known Arquitectonica International based out of Miami, FL. In his role as Project Manager, he has been the key contact the with client and consultant team, ensuring that the project runs smoothly, on time and within budget. Orlando recently transitioned to Director of the Charlotte Office.
Jim Compton, AIA, LEED AP
Principal | Director of Interior Architecture + Design
Jim brings over 20 years of design, project management, and leadership experience to the team. His extensive and diverse portfolio includes mixed-use, municipal, office, healthcare, university, and recreation projects for developers and corporate clients. In his role as the Director of Interior Architecture, Jim manages multiple projects from concept design through construction. He also serves as a leader and mentor to the interior design team, involving team members early in the design process. Jim’s enthusiasm and tenacity are infectious and drive him to promote a collaborative, productive workplace.
Joshua Karrick, PLA, ASLA, AICP
Senior Associate | Associate Director of Planning
Josh has over 20 years of experience in the industry and leads planning and design efforts for all of Cline Design’s offices. As a landscape architect and certified planner with a comprehensive background in site development, urban design, and land planning, his project experience includes municipal, transportation and affordable housing, as well as other government and state funded projects.
Mark Ward, AIA
Principal | Charlotte Studio Manager
Mark Ward serves as a firm Principal and Studio Director of the Charlotte office, overseeing a variety of project types including multifamily, mixed-use, office, and adaptive reuse. He is a recognized leader in the design and delivery of market-rate, affordable, and mixed-use projects. His keen insight and technical expertise position him as an asset to clients and a mentor to staff when delivering projects with varying levels of complexity. In addition to his design experience, Mark is responsible for increasing the firm’s expansion in the multi-family sector. He oversees Charlotte operations and manages project coordination, from concept to completion, to ensure well-designed, efficient and cost-effective solutions.
Doug Granade, AIA, LEED AP | NCARB
Principal | Senior Project Manager
Doug Granade has nearly 35 years of experience with a special expertise in senior living, multi-family, and mixed-use projects. He is well-versed in all project phases including design, management, project scheduling, and budgeting. As the firm’s Quality Assurance Manager, Doug’s sole focus is on quality design, ensuring that attention to detail and integrity goes into every project.
Jason Lettie, AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Principal | Senior Project Manager
Jason Lettie, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, a Principal and Senior Project Manager, oversees a diverse housing portfolio including senior housing, multi-family residential, mixed-use, and student housing. With expertise developed through the successful completion of thousands of residential units and millions of square feet of space, Jason has a passion for providing livable, sustainable communities. His extensive knowledge of building and accessibility codes, honed through experience with numerous jurisdictions, serve as a valuable asset during the project design and construction process. And as a LEED-accredited professional, Jason is instrumental in the development of sustainable strategies and the certification process on several of the firm’s key projects. Additionally, Jason served on the Executive Committee of the AIA Triangle Board of Directors, and plays an active role in supporting the NC architecture and design community.
Lindsey Kretchman, AIA, LEED AP
Principal | Project Manager
Lindsey works tirelessly to ensure each project is delivered on time, within budget, and oversees every architectural aspect of the project. With nearly 15 years of experience as a project architect and project manager, she has built an extensive and diverse portfolio that includes mixed-use developments, office, affordable housing, mixed-income housing, and apartments. Her collaborative work ethic coupled with her drive, positions her as a team leader that mentors staff, provides guidance to consultants, and maintains the design vision of her clients.
Brett Powell, AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Principal | Senior Project Manager
Brett Powell brings specific and extensive expertise in delivering large, complex projects with many stakeholders and consultants. He is adept at managing all aspects of projects from concept through completion, ensuring all parties understand your vision, expectations, and role in bringing your vision to life. In addition to managing the project team and developing design, Brett ensures that each project moves forward on schedule and within budget.
Bryan Johnson, AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Principal | Project Manager
Bryan is shaping communities through project management and delivery. As one of the firm’s most tenured project managers, he has managed millions of square feet of new construction and renovation projects during his career including the 1 million-square-foot Peace development in Glenwood, The Station, Chatham Walk Condominiums, Glenwood Place Phase II, Academy Park Plaza mixed-use development and the Lakeview Tower & Villas. In addition to his work with clients, Bryan is a firm believer in elevating the project delivery process. He is the co-chair of the Revit committee where he has worked to streamline staff production by implementing continuing education opportunities and developing resources for designers across Cline Design.
Carl Winstead, AIA, NCARB
Principal | Senior Project Manager
Carl brings over 32 years of design and construction experience, including 24 years as a business owner, to the team. He has worked with a number of non-profit groups, government agencies, and university leadership on a variety of projects including housing, commercial, office, healthcare, and resorts throughout the US and internationally. He is a skilled team leader, designer, and facilitator with a passion for bringing people together in a collaborative environment to create design solutions that meet clients’ budgets and schedules and provide innovative and effective solutions to fulfill their needs.