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 Clotfelter/Samokar, 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 Clotfelter/Samokar 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.
EST.
1953
1953: Bayless, Clotfelter, & Gray
1961: Bayless, Clotfelter, & Johnson
1965: Clotfelter & Johnson Architects
1974: Clotfelter & Associates
1989: Incorporated as Clotfelter & Associates
1991: Name Changed to Clotfelter/Samokar
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
President | Principal -
ANTHONY C. THOMAS
AIA, LEED AP
Vice President | Principal -
L. SCOTT JACKSON
AIA
(Recently Retired) -
MIKE S. ETAPA
AIA
Architect -
JOSEPH W. CLARK
IIDA, LEED GA
Certified Interior Designer -
BENJAMIN R. BOGGS
RLA, ASLA
Landscape Architect -
DAVID W. VICKERS
AIA
Architect -
JASON S. MERRICK
AIA
Architect -
BRADLEY A. BEATTY
Associate AIA
Project Manager -
BRIAN A. NICHOLSON
Architectural Designer
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ROGER B. CASE
Visualization Artist
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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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ANDREW J. NELSON
AIA
Architect -
BAILEY N. GIBSON
Associate AIA
Architectural Designer -
ADDISON H. HUGHES
AIA
Architect -
ASHISH ADHIKARI
Landscape Designer
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CARSON S. MEYER
Architectural Intern
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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
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?