profile

our values :: your benefit

We make places where you live your life and make your memories. Perhaps we make art. Our architecture strives to balance the necessary and delightful – work that is creative, functional, socially and environmentally responsible, and practical; hopefully, it is even fun. We believe it communicates to people in powerful and profound ways.

The advantage of working with our small practice is that you get to work directly with the principal architect and his wealth of experience spanning more than 33 years.

Since our founding in 2003, we have completed many disparate project types; however, we have concentrated on adaptive reuse and commercial renovation projects. At times, we work on special modern residential projects. We find rehabilitation work challenging but the right thing to do. The complex nature of reconstruction demands intense coordination and management with our clients, engineering consultants, qualified contractors, and even code officials. Preserving and adding to an existing structure is often more rewarding than starting from scratch. Those values do not negate taking on commissions for new construction, yet it demands a better argument to defend disturbing an untouched site when so many remaining structures need help.

your vision :: our expertise

Each project’s unique needs, along with your aspirations, drive our design process, informed by the craft of construction and culture. We carefully analyze your site, program, and budget to develop a solution that aims to exceed your expectations. By blending creativity, practicality, and sustainability, we create distinguished work that is both beautiful and functional.

Our collaborative approach with clients ensures that you’re involved every step of the way. We rely on your input and work closely with you and our consultants to refine your vision. This is accomplished by fostering open communication with all stakeholders to ensure your project is executed to the highest standards. We also believe that contractors, craftspersons, vendors, and all other participants can contribute at all levels of the design process. A patient, considerate approach with respectful stakeholder exchanges leads to the best decision-making and authentic, mature work.