Dani Cohen

Historic preservation-based consulting firm, owner.

• Lead hands-on restoration of historic homes, overseeing all aspects of project management
• Conduct repairs and restorations to doors, windows, hardware, plaster, and masonry.
• Plan and execute exterior design projects, providing historic repair recommendations.
• Conduct in-depth property research to ensure preservation standards and historical accuracy.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, and craftsmen to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.

A Cleveland architecture firm specializing in large-scale commercial projects with a collaborative team of architects, interior designers, and historic preservationists.

• Wrote federal historic tax credit applications and completed Section 106 reviews, ensuring compliance with federal standards.
• Developed and submitted Memoranda of Agreements (MOAs), and formulated mitigation strategies.
• Conducted building condition assessments which included photography and detailed reports.
• Completed Ohio Historic Marker applications.
• Compiled research for National Register Questionnaires and assisted with writing National Register nominations.
• Coordinated with OHPO to ensure project approvals and regulatory compliance.
• Conducted property and archival research, utilizing GIS, archival maps, and NPS Preservation Briefs.

A small architectural firm specializing in the historic rehabilitation of nineteenth and early-twentieth century homes across a variety of architectural styles.

• Conducted site visits and field measurements to assess existing conditions.
• Documented architectural features and drafted detailed plans for renovations.
• Performed property research and color studies to inform design decisions.
• Recommended materials and design elements aligned with historical accuracy.
• Responded to client inquiries and coordinated client meetings to ensure project objectives were met.

Northeast Ohio's leading non-governmental historic preservation organization.

• Managed phone calls with homeowners, providing contractor referrals and information.
• Took detailed messages and entered data into Salesforce CRM.
• Attended administrative meetings to support operational tasks and initiatives.