The Collaborative Inc's name is a literal reflection of how our organization originated and continues to operate. It started with a merger of three separate design firms on January 1, 1973.  Since then, we have evolved into a 50-person multi-disciplined practice - including architecture, landscape architecture, planning, interior design and graphic design - whose vision is to be nationally respected for teamwork, service, and design excellence.

At TCI, we work hard at . . .
> achieving the highest level of design on our projects
> serving our clients
> giving back to our community
> stretching ourselves as individuals
> growing as a firm

Besides design work, our employees are instru-mental in the day-to-day operations of our Ohio-based firm. They preside over management committees

that focus on design, process improvement, technology, sustainability, professional development, esprit de corps, and marketing. Open to all employees, our committees discuss items relating to their area of concentration, developing goals, setting budgets, and implementing solutions to issues that are barriers to TCI’s evolution.

But we're not all work and no play! We recognize how critical esprit de corps is to the health of TCI, and we make sure there is plenty of opportunity to enjoy what we do! Individuals explore interests outside of work, such as glass-blowing and welding, and share these activities with others at TCI. Our design professionals regularly participate in the "Art in Architecture" exhibit, hosted by the American Institute of Architects Toledo Chapter.   Charettes, design trips, office meetings (a.k.a. parties), bowling, picnicking, golfing, are all ways in which we “kick back”, re-energize, and build upon the family that is TCI.