Cynosure Design, Inc.

Kenneth Jackson, NCARB

I’m a professional architect with 28 years of experience. Let’s work together!

About me

I am passionate about creating innovative and sustainable designs that meet the needs and desires of clients while positively contributing to the built environment. I hold a Master of Architecture (M. Arch) degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, specializing in adaptive reuse and sustainable design. I am dedicated to creating better environments for people.

My portfolio includes several designs that demonstrate my ability to balance functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability. I work across various practice types, including multi-family, hospitality, commercial/retail, and interior design. I have approximately 30 years of experience in complex adaptive reuse projects across these practice types.

Budget and schedule are integral considerations in a project. Balancing client wishes with affordability is a crucial component of the process, and I collaborate with the owner and construction administrator to ensure the creation of a project that we are all proud of.

Work Style

In contrast to the average professional, I am exceptionally collaborative. My artistic and investigative traits contribute to a unique problem-solving profile. My drive for achievement is rooted in a profound desire for tranquility. I tend to favor intuitive possibilities over relying solely on concrete, historical data. I am a natural mentor who values potential over perfection. My decision-making style is structured yet remains deeply people-centric.

Student Housing Projects

  • Erickson Hall Renovation, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, Ind

  • Alpha Phi Sorority House, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Ky

  • Alpha Phi Sorority House Renovation, Depauw, Greencastle, IN

  • Alpha Phi Sorority House Renovation, Purdue University, Lafayette, IN

  • Alpha Phi Sorority House Renovation, Butler, Indianpolis,IN

  • Marian University, Student Housing, Indianapolis, IN

  • Student Housing, Interior Design, St. Catherine, KY

    *work completed as consultant to another firm

Multi-Family Projects

  • Harder Hall Senior, Living, Sebring, Fla

  • Donaghey Building Apartments, Little Rock, Ark

  • Market Center Apartments, Wichita, KS

  • Centre City Building, Renovation & Adaptive Reuse, Dayton, Ohio

  • Gentry Park, Independent Living, Orlando,FL

  • Bash, CoLive, Terre Haute, IN

  • CoLive, Bloomington,IN-advisory

  • Pabst Apartments, Milwaukee, WS-advisory

  • City Way, Indianpolis, IN-Construction Admin, advisory

  • Station 11, Student Apartments, Bloomington,IN

    *work completed as consultant to another firm

Commercial Projects

  • The Tap, Office & Corporate

  • Lilly Remote Marketing Space

  • Long Range Learning/Research Observation Renovation Lilly Telepresence

  • Long Range Learning/Research Observation Renovation

  • Lilly 31/5 Cafeteria Renovation

  • Lilly 93/1 Executive Recruiting

  • Lilly 93/c Executive Development

  • Lilly 31/c Health Services

  • Lilly Faris II Campus

  • Lilly Brougher Java City

  • CoHatch-CoWork, Project Manager, Tampa, FL

  • CoHatch-CoWork, Project Manager, Cincinnati, OH

  • Forum Credit Union, Brookville Branch, Interior Design/FF&E, Indianpolis, IN

    *work completed as consultant to another firm

Museum Projects

  • Eiteljorg Museum, Planning and Schematic Design, Indianpolis, IN

  • Swope Art Museum, Design thru CA, Terre Haute, IN

    *work completed as employee of another firm

Hotel/Hospitality Projects

  • Home 2 Suites, Indianapolis, IN

  • LeMeridien, Indianpolis, IN

  • The Alexander, Construction Observation-Advisory, Indianpolis,IN

  • 945 N Penn, Stabilization Report and Conceptual Design, Indianpolis, IN

  • The Markham, Design, Interior Design, Gulfport,MS

  • Hard Rock Hotel, Conceptual Design, Indianpolis, IN

  • Skyline Club, Interior Renovation, Indianpolis, IN

  • Butler University, RESCO dining Concepts, Butler, Indianpolis, In

    *work completed as consultant to another firm

Library Projects

  • Monroe County Public Library, Ellettsville Branch, Children’s Room Addition, Ellettsville, IN

  • Jennings County Public Library, Renovation, North Vernon, IN

  • Emily Hundley Library, Interior Architecture/FF&E, St. Catherine, KY

  • Clinton County Public Library, Young Adult Area, Frankfort, IN

    *work completed as consultant to another firm

Kenneth Jackson

915 N Ellenberger Pkwy E Dr., Indianapolis, IN| 317.538.0392 | kjackson@cynosuredesign.com

© Kenneth Jackson, 2026