About Us

Overview

Our eclectic group of talented architects and designers makes SDG Architects the fresh, unique firm you are looking for to make your vision a reality. Each member of our firm brings a different perspective and their own method of expertise to balance out our diverse, yet unified team.

We are a small firm by design. Our firm size and structure allow us to work closely with each of our clients to build a meaningful relationship. We take the time to answer every question and involve our clients in every step of the design process.

We also pride ourselves on having a female’s perspective. From our strong leadership in Beth, to the dependable support you desire, we are on-point when it comes to having the right insight and vision for a modern, distinctive design.

Our Team

Elizabeth “Beth” Glasgow, AIA, NCARB

Founder & Principal Architect

CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed in the States of Oklahoma, Texas, Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, and Colorado

AWARDS
Herman Miller for Healthcare Intern Architect Scholarship Recipient, 2004

PUBLISHED WORKS
“Analysis of Owner Quality Management Requirements in Design-Build Contracts,” OU Honors Thesis, 2003

AFFILIATIONS:
American Institute of Architects
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
Oklahoma Board of Licensed Architects, Landscape Architects and Registered Interior Designers
University of Oklahoma College of Architecture Professional Advisory Board
Girls on the Run of Southern Oklahoma, Past President, Current Board Member
Oak Hall Episcopal School Board of Trustees
Leadership Ardmore, 2010 Graduate
Leadership American Institute of Architects, Central Oklahoma, 2015 Graduate
Leadership Oklahoma, Class 30

After completing her interior design degree at Brooks College of Design in Long Beach California, Beth worked as an intern with MVA Architects, where she focused on commercial tenant improvement projects. Challenged to advance in the field of design, she returned to school to complete her Bachelor of Architecture at the University of Oklahoma, where she graduated at the top of her class in 2003.

Beth spent six years with Miles Associates as an architectural intern and project coordinator where she gained valuable experience. In 2006, she relocated to southern Oklahoma to manage her former husband’s construction company while he was deployed overseas. In 2009, Beth became a Registered Architect and established Southern Design Group, LLC (now referred to as SDG Architects) in Ardmore, Oklahoma to return to her commercial design background.

In 2015, Governor Mary Fallin appointed Beth to the Board of Governors of the Licensed Architects, Landscape Architects and Registered Interior Designers of Oklahoma. She also serves on the University of Oklahoma Division of Architecture’s Professional Advisory Board and the Ardmore Historic Preservation Board.

Ilse P. Tucker

Design Coordinator

Originally from Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico, Ilse attended a private school focused on business practices before relocating to Ardmore in December of 2008. She began working for SDG Architects after graduating from Ardmore High School in June of 2012. After Ilse was introduced to the architecture world, she realized she had a great eye for design. Her strive for “picture perfect” serves her well as a member of the firm’s Design and Marketing Team. Ilse’s visuals enable her to share the firm’s story and bring the client’s vision into a reality.

Not only does Ilse bring style and flare to any room, she is also bilingual, giving her the ability to communicate with Spanish-speaking communities and making her a valuable asset to our team. She is also an active volunteer Coach for Girls On The Run of Southern Oklahoma (GOTR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to girls from 3^rd to 5^th grade to help them create a world where each one of them knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams while running is used to inspire and motivate the girls, encourage lifelong health and fitness, and build confidence through accomplishment.

Percy

Firm Mascot

Percy waddled all the way from the snow-capped mountains of Uganda to join our team [he got permanent sunburns, which explain the redness of his skin]. He graduated from the University of Antarctica with a degree in Architecture and a minor in Floral Management. He enjoys long walks on the beach and horseback riding.

Giving Back

We are based in Ardmore, OK and are passionate about contributing to the positive growth in our community. Through volunteer opportunities, community service, and organizational involvement, SDG Architects is proud to do its part to give back to the people and organizations that make Ardmore such a great place to live.

ONE PERCENT PROJECT

SDG Architects is a participant in the One Percent Project, which pairs architecture firms with nonprofits in need of design services. Through the program, the firm has pledged to devote 1% of its time to pro bono work. In addition to the firm-wide commitment to pro bono work, Founder & Principal Beth Windel has offered the firm’s design services to several organizations within the Ardmore community, such as the Grace Center of Southern Oklahoma.

GIRLS ON THE RUN OF SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA

Beth Windel is a founding member, past board president, and volunteer coach for Girls on the Run (GOTR) of Southern Oklahoma Council, which seeks to inspire girls to be “joyful, healthy, and confident.” Through Beth’s involvement on the Board, SDG Architects provides design and marketing services in-kind to GOTR Southern Oklahoma.

GRACE CENTER OF SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA

Day Center Building | 1,575 SF | Ardmore, Oklahoma

The Grace Center of Southern Oklahoma is a homelessness prevention organization located in Ardmore. The organization's Day Center Building provides shelter, laundry, pantry, and restroom facilities for those in need. The Day Center Building underwent a significant remodel to update the interior finishes and rework the layout to make better use of the space. The existing pantry and storage areas were reorganized to maximize storage space for food and clothing. The layout of the lounge and lobby was modified to be more open and inviting, while also creating new controlled access points for security. SDG is proud of the important work the Grace Center does in the Ardmore community, and we are pleased to have donated our resources to the design of this project.

OAK HALL EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

Chapel Schematic Design & Color Rendering | Approx. 2,000 SF | Ardmore Oklahoma

In 2014, SDG worked with Oak Hall Episcopal School to produce a schematic design and conceptual renderings for a new chapel building on their 14-acre campus. With a central location and unique oval shape, the new chapel building would become the anchor to the campus. The shape also allows for a 360-degree view of the pastor during services. The exterior of the building incorporates brick and stucco finishes to complement the existing campus style.