David Labocki

Partner & Executive Designer

My love and passion for architecture stems from growing up in my father’s carpentry business. I have been loving getting to design homes, commercial buildings, and places of worship for over 20 years — so much so that in my free time, you will find me designing! I thoroughly enjoy the challenge of creatively using every space in design for the best functionality. I strongly believe that great creativity is the result of collaboration with our team and our clients. I always want our clients to feel like they are valued, cared for, and that we are invested in serving them with excellence.

What David won’t brag about but we will…

This isn’t his first rodeo – David ran a successful residential design firm called Labocki Design for 15 years.

He also spent 20 years as the lead designer at a Design-Build firm working on commercial, institutional, industrial, and interior build out designs.

He has won multiple Best of Akron awards for his custom residential home designs.

Fidei Custom Homes

Our foundation is built on genuine friendships, a shared passion for design, and an unwavering commitment to our clients. We pride ourselves on transparency, ensuring you’re always informed and comfortable throughout the homebuilding process. We approach each project with the utmost care, professionalism, and honesty, consistently delivering top-notch designs at competitive prices. Let us partner with you, making your homebuilding journey as straightforward and enjoyable as possible.

Marc Benedict

Partner & Registered Architect

I love to inject what I’ve learned over the past 15 years of my professional experience into the awesome things we’re doing at fidei . My background includes experience in various facets of commercial R&D, office, retail, industrial, and residential architecture. I believe that being personable, loving people, and doing what is right, are the keys to an excellent client experience. I strive to create a team environment where everyone can contribute to the success of the task at hand.

What Marc won’t brag about but we will…

He holds a BAS in Architecture from Kent State.

He is a registered Architect who earned his stamp by completing his ARE exams in less than 4 months (a task that takes most architects over a year to complete).

He faithfully served his church as a Deacon for 3 years after being nominated by his peers.

While serving as a juror for a criminal trial, he was elected as the jury foreman by his fellow jurors.

He is a wiz at 3D visualization, Revit, strategic planning, project management, and partner development.

David Labocki | Owner, Project manager

David Labocki serves as Owner, Designer, and Project Manager, leading every custom home from first sketch to final walkthrough. He personally designs each home, ensuring it reflects the client’s vision, lifestyle, and aesthetic preferences while remaining functional, cohesive, and buildable.

From initial concepts and permitting to final construction details, David oversees the entire process. He manages timelines, coordinates trades, and ensures every update or revision is accurately reflected in the construction documents. His oversight brings clarity and consistency to every phase of the build.

David works closely with clients throughout the journey — guiding design decisions, accompanying them to showrooms, offering thoughtful product and material alternatives, and helping them understand the cost implications of each choice. With a strong grasp of budget management and construction realities, he ensures that design integrity and financial responsibility move hand in hand.

By designing your home and managing its construction, David provides a seamless, start-to-finish experience — delivering not just a house, but a thoughtfully crafted home.