Michael Cascio is a project architect at Neumann/Smith Architecture with nearly 15 years of experience in the AEC industry. He is committed to design excellence, innovative thinking, and constant collaboration. Michael’s time spent as an architect has taught him that collaboration and meaningful relationships are the foundation for success and mutual prosperity. His philosophy is that good leaders help to amplify the individual voices of their team into a united chorus of strength and harmony.

He moved to Detroit in 2006 to pursue a Master of Architecture from the University of Detroit Mercy, where he quickly fell in love with the city. Throughout his career, Michael has been fortunate enough to work on a wide breadth of project types such as historic renovation, adaptive reuse, multifamily housing, retail, and higher education- all of which have given him a balanced perspective on the many different facets of architecture. At work, Michael is dedicated to mentorship of younger staff, encouraging them toward licensure, involvement in the AIA, and general architectural excellence.

Having been a member of AIA Detroit for over a decade and participating in many different AIAD sponsored initiatives, such as the Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program, Michael is enthusiastic about the opportunity to serve his local architectural community. He hopes that his enthusiasm, passion, and leadership skills help to build on the strategic plans of those who have served before him.