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Jack Clotfelter, Founder

Our Firm

In the world of architecture, a legacy is not just a reflection of the past; it is a commitment to the future. For ClotfelterSamokar, a storied firm with a history that spans over seven decades, the task of continuing its architectural legacy is both an honor and a responsibility.

At the heart of this endeavor lies a profound respect for the architects who came before, the visionary projects they undertook, and the enduring principles they instilled in the firm’s DNA. It is a recognition that every structure built by ClotfelterSamokar is more than bricks and mortar; it is a testament to innovation, aesthetics, and a dedication to shaping the built environment. Passing down knowledge, techniques, and a deep reverence for the firm’s history ensures that this legacy endures beyond the current generation and is evident in each project we undertake.

“Build to endure, ensure comfort and safety, then challenge the imagination”
— Jack Clotfelter

1953: Bayless, Clotfelter, & Gray

1961: Bayless, Clotfelter, & Johnson

1965: Clotfelter & Johnson Architects

1974: Clotfelter & Associates

1989: Incorporated as Clotfelter & Associates

1991: Name Changed to ClotfelterSamokar

From our talented architects and landscape architects to our interior designers and master planners, our staff is dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions throughout Kentucky.

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    DAVID M. SAMOKAR

    AIA
    Principal | President

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    ANTHONY C. THOMAS

    AIA, LEED AP
    Principal | Vice President

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    MICHAEL S. ETAPA

    AIA
    Principal | Architect

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    JOSEPH W. CLARK

    IIDA, LEED GA
    Principal | Interior Designer

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    BENJAMIN R. BOGGS

    RLA, ASLA
    Principal | Landscape Architect

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    DAVID W. VICKERS

    AIA
    Architect

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    JASON S. MERRICK

    AIA
    Architect

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    BRADLEY A. BEATTY

    Associate AIA
    Project Manager

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    BRIAN A. NICHOLSON

    Architectural Designer

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    ROGER B. CASE

    Director of Visualization

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    ANDY A. LODDER

    Landscape Designer

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    ROBBY W. ALLEN

    Architectural Intern

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    SARAH E. POPE

    Interior Designer

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    AIA
    Architect

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    BAILEY N. GIBSON

    Associate AIA
    Architectural Designer

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    ASHISH ADHIKARI

    Landscape Designer

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    TOM ROGERS

    Architect

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    CARSON S. MEYER

    Architectural Designer

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    JEFFREY S. NELSON

    Architectural Designer

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    BETH A. CHANDLER

    Human Resources

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    BRITNEY P. JUDD

    Construction Administrator

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    K.C. BATES

    Director of Marketing
    & Business Development

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    PAIGE THOMAS

    Administrative Assistant

A spacious, modern indoor space with high wooden ceilings, large windows, and red and white seating. A person is sitting at a table with a laptop, and sunlight creates striped shadows on the floor.

LISTEN. CREATE. DELIVER.

Our philosophy is based upon three key components. First, we LISTEN closely to the needs and desires of our clients. Next, we CREATE quality designs that are logical and functional, which reflect the client’s goals and values. Finally, we DELIVER results on time and within budget. Ready to see the results?

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