Self+Tucker Architects

Throughout his 27 years of practice, Lester has a demonstrated talent for project management through various projects across the US. Notably, he was the Project Architect of the Greektown Casino Expansion in Detroit, MI, an integral part of the $245M development of the Greektown Casino facility.

Since joining Self + Tucker Architects as a Senior Project Manager, Lester has sucessfuly completed multiple high-importance projects for private and public clients. Lesters dedication to project managerment and high-quaity design has  been a great help to STA as we engage with our clients and proactively tackle project concerns. Regardless of project scale, Lester is an  asset to any project team!

Steve Hallock received his M.Arch degree from Bowling Green State University, where his studies emphasized design, sustainability, construction management, and organizational leadership. He has designed and managed projects ranging from urban planning to commercial, educational, athletic and residential. He believes in using design to make the world a better place.

Joining Team STA in 2021, Steve brings strong conceptual and aesthetic skills in service of providing functional and desirable outcomes for project stakeholders. As a project manger, he is outcome-driven and motivated to see projects carried out both efficiently and at the highest possible quality.

Onjelica joined STA in 2020 as a project coordinator. She is a driven emerging interior design professional with a passion for community service. Onjelica’s attention to detail and her focus on end-user comfort and health have made her an integral member of STA’s Design Team.

Mathieu Joined STA in 2018 working to organize and preserve historic documents and photographs for the historic Universal Life Insurance Company and Building exhibit as part of the Memphis Heritage Trail.

A lifelong artist and a proud Memphis native, Mathieu studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where he sharpened his creative skills into assets. He is dedicated to incrementally improving Memphis through creative entrepreneurship, economic empowerment and community development. Mathieu has used his skillsets while working with non – profit organizations, museums, Institutions, and creative enterprises within the city.

Now as Marketing Coordinator, Mathieu uses his skills in creative writing and digital media to enhance Self + Tucker Architects marketing efforts and brand profile.

Shavonne joined STA in 2018 serving on the admin team as an Administrative Coordinator. She contributes to STA’s mission of Designing a Better Memphis by supporting our designers and principals with superb documents and a well managed office.

Antonio Tirado joined Self+Tucker Architects in 2018 as a Project Coordinator shortly after earning his Master in Architecture degree from the University of Memphis. He also earned a Bachelors degree in Architecture and Interior Design from the University of Memphis in 2016. Since joining Self+Tucker Architects, he has assisted in projects from various clients such as City of Memphis, First United Methodist Church, and Clayborn Temple.

Antonio has experience in utilizing software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop, Lumion, and Sketchup. He contributes his talents toward STA’s mission of Designing a Better Memphis by his level in creativity and interest in using architecture and design as a tool for creating stronger communities.

Victor M. Robinson Jr. joined Self Tucker Architects in 2015 as a Project Coordinator.  He earned a Bachelor degree in Architectural Engineering from Tennessee State University in 2010 and a Master in Architecture from the University of Memphis in 2014.  He contributes his talents toward STA’s mission of Designing a Better Memphis by his level of creativity and dedication to socially responsible architecture.

Victor’s design experience includes private single family housing, multi-family elderly housing, institutional, building assessments, event center design and educational developments. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects (Assoc. AIA), Memphis Chapter.

Colby has coordinated and managed several multi-million-dollar projects since joining STA in 2014.  He earned both his graduate and undergraduate degrees in Architecture at the University of Memphis. 

Colby has experience with several project types including educational, residential and commercial facilities. He is highly skilled in creating Renderings and 3D Visualizations through the use of Revit and Adobe Photoshop. He’s an Embark graduate from the New Memphis Institute, Top 40 Under 40 Urban Elite Professional, member of the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) and serves on the board of Directors for Leadership Preparatory Charter School (K-8).

Colby’s work is strategically infused with community development and sustainable design practices. 

Nikole joined the firm in 1998 as an Administrative Coordinator.  During her 12 years with STA, she has held many administrative titles while increasing her knowledge of the Architecture industry and is now the Project Facilitator for the firm.  In 2008, Nikole became a Certified Construction Contract Administrator through Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). An active member of the Memphis Chapter of CSI, Nikole was the Membership Chair for FY2010/2011. As the “Go to” person for the firm, she supplies colleagues, clients and contractors with solutions that help each project run smoothly.

Before arriving at Self Tucker in 2001, Robert worked for an array of design firms throughout the Southwest (his birthplace) and the Southeast. He earned his Master of Architecture degree from Georgia Tech in 1992 while coming up the ranks from draftsman to Project Manager.He attributes his attention to construction detailing to hands-on residential & commercial construction experience, an Art’s major background and a unique opportunity to attendthe nation’s oldest of the modern schools of blacksmithing arts, Turley Forge.

Besides a focus on detailing he is well-versed in contract administration, code & zoning research, building rehabilitation, construction budget assessment & scheduling. In his 9 years association with Self Tucker he has gained wide project experience with charter and childcare school facilities along with general education and religious center developments. He has actively woven his management experience into a wide variety of client-oriented skill sets. Robert received his LEED AP in 2009 and is currently working on his professional practice license

Cleora joined Self Tucker Architects in 2006. She brought with her over 25 years of managerial and administrative experience in a variety of sectors, including business development, business outreach and recruitment, mental healthcare and other human service related areas. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Arkansas State University and earned a Master of Science Degree in Psychology from the University of Central Arkansas. As a business consultant, she has worked with nonprofit social service organizations and small businesses to develop programs and funding sources.   

Cleora holds an administrative position with STA. She provides support to business operations, personnel administration, marketing and facility management. 

Mario Walker is a passionate young designer and architect who has been a part of Self + Tucker Architects since 2005. He earned a Master of Architecture from the University of Memphis in 2012.

His high level of creativity and responsible, sustainably minded design is fundamental to every design opportunity and he strongly believes that quality of life is enriched by every well-designed structure and public space.

With over 15 years of experience in the architecture profession, Mario is motivated to push the field of architecture toward greater cultural and community engagement. He is interested in the lessons that contemporary architecture can take from historic architecture as practical sustainability. Evidence of this can be seen in Memphis' diverse, well-preserved and maintained historic neighborhoods, which he sees as a model for contemporary development.

His design experience includes neighborhood planning and streetscapes development; institutional and mixed-use developments including schools, museums, medical and religious institutions, transportation hubs, and public open spaces. He has experience in all phases of the design process as well as in managing complex project teams and working closely with Owners, Contractors and Community Partners. His design work has been recognized and has won awards locally, regionally and nationally.

Mario has served as a studio instructor assistant within the undergraduate studios at the University of Memphis, served as guest juror at the university, lectured at design industry events, and participated in numerous community-centered design events benefitting greater Memphis. He also holds a position on several local boards including, President of the local NOMA Chapter, AIA National Emerging Professionals Task Force, Memphis and Shelby County Building Code Board and the Memphis Zoological Society Board. He has previously served as Emerging Professional Director of AIA Memphis Chapter. He greatly enjoys biking, photography, traveling, and sharing his passion for architecture with his family, friends and community.

Mario resides in Memphis, Tennessee, with his wife Hope, son Jude, and daughter Maréa.

Andrew is a Registered Architect with over 45 years experience in master planning, design, project management, and construction phases of architecture.

He has experience in all building types and has extensive experience in the design of residential facilities.  He has designed thousands of residential units ranging from single family homes to large continuing care retirement communities.  He was the Managing Architect for ServiceMaster Facilities Development Services International which owned, developed, designed, constructed and managed assisted living facilities throughout the United States.  Since joining Self Tucker Architects in 1999, Andrew has managed a variety of projects.