SOA Architecture

Last month, Heart of Missouri CASA celebrated breaking ground on their new headquarters. The celebration was about so much more than what’s being built.

It’s about the children who will be supported here, the lives that will be changed, and the community that made it all possible. This vision has been years in the making, and it exists because people chose to care, to show up, and to believe in something better.

What rises here will be a place of healing, hope, and belonging. But the real impact comes from people like you.

Be part of what comes next. Whether you give, volunteer, or simply help spread the word, you are helping create something that truly matters.

This is just the beginning.

Special thanks to the team - Reinhardt Construction, Crockett Engineering, and J-Squared Engineering.

Check out Heart of Missouri CASA's post about the festivities and how you can help! https://bit.ly/4cY3Y6C

Happy Architecture Week!

At SOA Architecture, we believe great design goes beyond buildings. It shapes experiences, strengthens communities, and creates lasting impact. Our team is passionate about delivering thoughtful, innovative solutions that respond to each client’s unique vision while balancing function, sustainability, and aesthetics.

From concept through construction, we take pride in a collaborative approach that brings together diverse expertise to create meaningful spaces. Whether designing for education, healthcare, or corporate environments, our goal remains the same: enhancing how people Live, Learn, Work, Heal and Play.

We’re especially proud to celebrate the recent completion of the Columbia Area Career Center, a project that strengthens the community by providing modern, hands-on learning environments and expanding opportunities for students to explore career pathways and develop real-world skills.

Project Design in Collaboration with DLR Group
Photography by Michael Robinson Photography LLC

Excitement is building as progress began Tuesday over at Fr. Tolton Regional Catholic High School!

Investments like this are about more than facilities, they’re about creating opportunities for students, strengthening school spirit - GO BLAZERS, and building spaces where our community can come together. We’re honored to collaborate with great partners - Crockett Engineering Consultants, Klingner & Associates, P.C., SilverTree Companies & Little Dixie Construction to help bring this vision to life for the future of Trailblazer athletics and activities.

We look forward to seeing the impact this project will have for years to come.

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Founded in 1987 by architect Shelley Simon and interior designer Kathy Walther, women have been integral to SOA’s success from the very beginning. As a Women Business Enterprise (WBE), our 12-person team includes 7 talented women who help shape the local built environment through architecture and design.

From design leadership and project management to collaboration with construction partners, our team brings practical expertise and creativity to projects that make a real difference in our community.

We’re proud that our studio reflects the diverse perspectives of our clients and the industry as a whole. Today and every day, we recognize the talent, dedication, and professionalism of our staff—and value them for the quality of their work and the impact they have on every project.