Lori Bongiorno

COO
AIA, NCARB, LEED AP

We foster a team approach to projects with all involved to ensure success.

With over 30 years of architectural expertise and a steadfast career at MA Design, Lori Bongiorno has dedicated her life’s work to creating transformative places for communities. Specializing in large-scale retail, mixed-use, commercial, and corporate office projects, Lori’s approach is rooted in collaboration, ensuring each space serves as a dynamic extension of its surroundings.

As Chief Operating Officer at MA Design, Lori leads with a focus on process optimization and comprehensive training, continually enhancing project management and client advocacy. Her passion for detail and operational excellence drives the firm’s commitment to delivering value at every stage of the project journey.

Beyond her leadership at MA Design, Lori plays an active role in shaping the industry’s future, holding influential positions within the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). Her dedication to community extends into her board roles with Habitat for Humanity Mid-Ohio and the Builders Exchange of Central Ohio, where she channels her expertise to build a better future for all.

Approachable, innovative, and client-focused, Lori’s legacy lies in her ability to blend vision with practicality, creating lasting impact through architecture and leadership.

Education
  • Bachelor of Architecture, The Pratt Institute
Registrations & Certifications
  • Registered Architect – Ohio, California, Connecticut, Idaho, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin
  • National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
  • LEED Accredited Professional, Building Design + Construction (LEED AP BD+C)
  • Hotel Planning and Design, Cornell University
Awards
  • 2023 Columbus Business First Women of Influence – Trailblazer
Affiliations
  • American Institute of Architects (AIA) Member
  • International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
  • Chairperson of OH/WV Government Relations Committee for ICSC
  • ICSC State Planning Committee Member
  • Urban Land Institute (ULI)
  • Habitat for Humanity Mid-Ohio Board of Directors
Did you know?

Lori proudly sits on the board for Habitat for Humanity Mid-Ohio, where she is dedicated to her commitment to the Columbus community. One of her greatest joys outside of work is sharing time with her two daughters, learning from them and supporting their interests.