Michael J. Baalman, RA
Architect / President
Mike brings over 25 years of architectural experience with a skill set that covers the spectrum of design, management and technical expertise. He has a strong portfolio of projects in varying sizes and project types including: educational, institutional, healthcare, religious and professional office buildings. Mike provides leadership and guidance to project teams, builds open lines of communication between all team members, and promotes responsible budget control and design excellence as he guides teams from design through construction. He excels at understanding the unique challenges that each project brings and laying out a roadmap for the team to work together in order to achieve success.
Mike is accustomed to providing high quality architectural services within a variety of project delivery methods including: design-bid-build, design-bid-build w/ CM and design-build processes. His keen ability to understand the goals of the client and all stake holders involved allow him to thoughtfully lead the entire project team from conception through successful completion.
Mike enjoys spending time with family and friends on the waters of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. These wild places provide endless opportunity for recreation, solitude, inspiration and a respite from less primitive surroundings. Please feel free share your outdoor experiences with him as he truly appreciates nature and hearing of your adventures.
Ken Bakalar
Project Manager
Mr. Bakalar provides over 20 years of architectural experience and is a reliable leader who communicates well with all project team members.
Ken’s experience allows him to bring together all aspects of a project, from the early design phases through detailed construction drawings and construction administration. A special asset is his ability to effectively manage projects while executing the design and production side of those same projects. His attention to detail in each design phase allows us to create more accurate sets of drawings, better coordination, and highly successful projects.
Ken has been involved with many construction methods and project types including: office, retail, healthcare, public, educational and worship spaces. His experience has provided him with sound knowledge of the entire design and construction process. Additionally, his expertise and ability to communicate well with clients, consultants, and contractors, along with his due diligence during the project phases provides for a well-informed project team, which is a key ingredient to any successful construction project.
Collin Tucker
Architectural Designer / Project Manager
Collin provides a fresh approach to design and execution of architectural drawings for our firm. His creative design vision coupled with a mastery of current CAD modeling software enables him to quickly illustrate project concepts and designs for our clients.
Utilizing most current AutoCAD Revit modeling software along with other companion rendering software, he has the ability to quickly develop and illustrate photo realistic 3-dimensional renderings and video fly-throughs of our projects. This same project model is then utilized to produce intelligent construction drawings allowing for a higher degree of accuracy and comprehensive coordination as compared to more traditional CAD drawing approaches.
Collin’s easy personality, effective communication skills, strong work ethic and basic knowledge of construction helps to enhance an efficient and fun working environment for our staff, consultants and clients.
Connie Baalman
Office Manager
Connie is the Office Manager at Baalman Architects where she ensures daily operations run smoothly and efficiently. Since joining the firm in 2016 she maintains accounts payable, accounts receivable and monthly billing. Connie brings a professional and cheerful approach to the multitude of responsibilities required of a small architectural firm.
Connie is also the beloved art teacher at Immaculate Conception Catholic School in Old Monroe where she has been cultivating young imaginations for over 15 years. Her creativity and keen eye for good design allows her to offer thoughtful critique and input for our design projects.