Hello! I’m Lyndsey.

Lyndsey Stough, Assoc. AIA, is a project manager at Stough & Stough Architects with 15+ years experience guiding leaders through the risky and convoluted building process. Specializing in feasibility and schematic design, Lyndsey uses that experience to empower others to make confident, informed decisions at the time it matters most — the beginning. From there, she works closely with clients to tailor a path and team specifically for the determined key results.

By focusing on bridging the gap between leaders and their dream project, Lyndsey has been able to put the M.Arch degree from UofM and B.S. Arch degree from OSU to good use. Over the years, her strengths at Stough & Stough Architects has garnered some recognition for design solutions and involvement in the community. Lyndsey may spend her days navigating the many steps required for successful projects, but it’s the dream of contributing to a happier and healthier hometown that gets her up in the morning.

  • Lyndsey Stough is an occasional adventurer and sampler enthusiast living in Sylvania, Ohio. Born and raised in the area, she is proud to stay in northwest Ohio and to call it home.

    In between work and community involvement, she enjoys singing while playing the ukulele, crocheting large-scale sculptural containers, riding her vespa (the “Red Dragon”), soaking in hot saunas followed by cold plunges, and sunset golf with friends during the summer.

  • Being a family firm, Lyndsey has assisted in many capacities since a young age. Starting with mowing the lawn during middle school, to helping organize record drawings during college summers, then interning and shadowing after graduation, finally moving up to project management as her skills and knowledge grew.

    During her time at the firm, Lyndsey has contributed youthful energy and ideas to the firm’s long history of expertise and reliability for on-time and on-schedule projects. As the third generation, Lyndsey is updating systems, refining work flows, and targeting a niche she passionately believes makes an ongoing impact on the region.

    Lyndsey is grateful and honored to have the opportunity to expand on the legacy of building community started by her grandfather and father.

  • Hello! My name is Lyndsey, and this is a subject dear to my heart. Let me share with you why.

    My first big investment was my home. I can still remember the thrill of taking my next life step, but also the fear of the unknown. Even though I’d just graduated with a Masters in Architecture, investing in the built environment was still intimidating.

    Looking back, I’m so glad I started the adventure. By surrounding myself with caring experts, they ensured my risk was minimized and I was on the best path for me.

    That investment enabled me to make other investments to build wealth and strengthen my community. Since buying my first home in 2014, I’ve created supplemental income and neighborhood benefits by renting Airbnb guest rooms, hosting fundraisers for non-profits, and featuring a “living room concert” with a national musician between acts.

    The success of leveraging my residential investment gave me confidence to embark on new, even bigger investments. Now I’m in process of updating my Main Street home’s basement into a usable, flexible living space to rent as a unit on airbnb or for long-term tenants.

    Next (and next door), I’ll be developing a mixed-use building containing a first floor commercial unit with two apartments above in my hometown’s central business district.

    I’m setting myself up for long-term wealth by creating opportunities for passive income and adding value in the same neighborhood as my other investment. Simultaneously, I’m also enriching my community with this infill project aligning with the city’s masterplan and market analysis.

    In addition to my personal investments, I’ve also empowered others to make impactful investments, too. With a decade of building design experience, architectural and incremental development wisdom, and passion for Northwest Ohio, I am the leading consultant for leaders in the Greater Toledo area.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Architecture

Knowlton School of Architecture
The Ohio State University
2009

  • Graduated Cum Laude

  • Italy Study Abroad Program, 2008

  • London Study Abroad Program, 2006

Master of Architecture

Taubman College of Architecture
University of Michigan
2014

  • Behind the Brand Study Abroad Program, 2013

    • The architecture and manufacturing of global and cultural legacies through branding and experience.

    • United Kingdom, Netherlands, Ireland, Italy, USA

  • Graduate Student Instructor, Sustainable Systems, 2013

    • Course studying building thermal, lighting, and acoustic systems to enhance the quality of human well-being in built-environments.

Professional Affiliations

  • Board Member

    Bowling Green State University

    Department of Architecture and Environmental Design, Architecture Advisory Board
    - Member, 2023 -

  • Toledo Chapter

    American Institute of Architects

    Advocating for the value of architecture and giving architects the resources they need to do their best work. AIA’s work drives positive change through the power of design.
    - Treasurer, 2019 -
    - Associate Member, 2009 -
    - Developed the Toledo Architecture Inspiration Deck for use by Imagination Station's 2024 Exhibit, Cardboard: Build Outside the Box

  • Urban Sketching Instructor

    Art Supply Depot

    Guides beginners and artists alike in learning the tools, techniques, and skills to capture the built environment using simple pen and paper.
    - paid workshops
    - free community meetups

  • Adjunct Instructor

    Bowling Green State University

    College of Technology, Architecture, and Applied Engineering, School of the Built Environment
    - ARCH 3220 3rd yr studio - 2021, 2022
    - ARCH 2050 2nd yr studio - 2021, 2022

  • Member

    Incremental Development Alliance

    Growing the capacity of regular people to develop hard-working, loveable small buildings in their neighborhoods.
    - Small Bites Series Training: Small Storefront Businesses in Small-Scale Development, 2023
    - Small Bites Series Training: Market Study & Easy Data for Small Developers, 2022
    - Small Developer Workshop Graduate, 2019

  • Member

    Strong Towns

    Model of development for America's cities, towns and neighborhoods to become financially strong and resilient
    - Academy, 2020 -
    - Member, 2020 -

  • Advisor

    AIA Toledo High School Design Competition

    AIA Toledo's HSDC is a nationally recognized award-winning program, which is the longest running program of its kind in the history of the AIA.
    - Judge, 2022
    - Advisor, 2015

  • Alumni

    Toledo Design Collective

    Inspiring transformative growth through urban planning and thoughtful design.
    - Student Intern, 2010 - 2012

  • Alumni

    Neighborhood Design Center

    Connecting the vision, energy, and skill of design students, professionals, and faculty with Central Ohio governments and community stakeholders.
    - Student Intern, 2008 - 2009

Community Involvement

  • Council Member

    City of Sylvania, Ohio

    A charming city in Lucas County, Ohio. The population was 19,011 at the 2020 census. Sylvania is a suburb of Toledo, and encompassed by Sylvania Township.
    - Elected 2020, 2024
    - Chair: Buildings & Grounds
    - Committees: Parks & Forestry, Safety, and Zoning & Annexation
    - Council Representative: Heritage Sylvania

  • Board Member

    Heritage Sylvania

    Heritage Sylvania preserves and celebrates Sylvania's past by placing local history in a national context. We connect the past to the present and inspire the future using engaging visitor experiences for diverse audiences.
    - Serving since 2020
    - Assisting with city partnership update
    - Core Team for first large capital campaign

  • Advisory Council

    EPIC Toledo

    Through participation in EPIC Toledo, our 2000+ members have a voice in the region, are leading within their companies, and providing the momentum to bring about positive change in our community.

    - Vice Chair 2023, 2024
    - Member 2020 -
    - Developed the Mentorship Program

  • Member

    Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce

    The purpose of the Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote the progress, expansion, well-being and improvement of the Sylvania area business, professional and civic community.
    - Member 2014 -
    - Welcoming Committee 2017 - 2020

  • Executive Director

    Toledo SOUP

    A volunteer organization hosting crowdfunding dinners to raise micro grants for local projects. Watch four 4-minute presentations, discuss with neighbors over dinner, then vote. The project with the most votes takes home the cash to make the idea a reality... up to $1,500.
    - Executive Director 2018 - 2020
    - Board 2014 - 2018

  • Trustee

    Sylvania Arts Commission

    The mission of Sylvania Arts is to promote the awareness, interest and understanding of performing arts, arts education and visual arts in the greater Sylvania community for residents of all ages.
    - Served 2015 - 2020
    - Maple & Main Art and Music Fest committee

  • Food Coordinator

    Maple & Main Arts and Music Fest

    This iconic event attracts more than 6,000 people annually to downtown Sylvania. Musicians take stage to perform and Artists from all over the region line Main Street with everything from glass art, to ceramics, jewelry, and paintings.
    - Served 2015 - 2020

  • Board Member

    Sylvania Tree Commission

    Tree commission volunteers make recommendations to the Mayor on issues related to trees that are on city property. Commissioners work to generate funding, conduct public outreach activities and provide ongoing care of Sylvania’s urban forest.
    - Served 2017 - 2019

  • Founder

    Happy Hour Toledo

    Enhancing Toledo.com's content by adding a database of the best deals in town. Whether you search by day, time or location, we think you'll find this feature to be the most comprehensive content in Toledo.
    - Started in 2017
    - Partnered with Toledo.com in 2018

  • Toledo Chapter

    Junior League

    An organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.
    - DIAD Chair, 2018
    - Fundraising Event Vice-Chair, 2017
    - Member 2016 - 2020

Recognition

  • Women in Technology Empowerment Panelist, 2021, 2022

    National Organization of Minority Architecture Students
    BGSU Chapter

    The mission of NOMAS is to champion diversity within the design profession by promoting excellence, community engagement, justice and the professional development of its members

  • Young Professional of the Year Candidate, 2020

    EPIC Toledo Icon Award

    Highlighting the best of the best, the people that spend their personal and professional lives working passionately toward a better tomorrow.

    Program postponed due to COVID pandemic.

  • Award Candidate, 2018, 2020

    20 Under 40 Toledo

    Showcasing twenty leaders—all under the age of 40—the program recognizes individuals who have distinguished themselves in our community.

  • Freelancing and Gig Economy Panelist, 2020

    EPIC Toledo Leadership Summit

    We believe our future leaders fuel our community. Our Leadership Summit is the premier professional development conference in the region. It brings together hundreds of emerging leaders to foster connections with other like-minded professionals while building on their leadership skills.