Architectural design

At our core, we are architects, and we love not only designing spaces but also designing how they will become real. We are currently licensed in the state of Texas, and we are deeply familiar with permitting in Austin and surrounding areas. We are also adept at learning the ropes in new municipalities — and love a good excuse to travel. Our typical phases include:

  • Concept Design

  • Schematic Design

  • Design Development

  • Construction Documents

  • Permitting

  • Bidding & Negotiation

  • Construction Administration

  • Post-Occupancy Evaluation

Ecologically sensitive community multifamily project on the Baja peninsula of Mexico.

exploration & preliminary design

We excel at quickly establishing the parameters of a new project and using those to guide explorations of the many ways the project might best be realized. These services may include:

  • Due Diligence | Establishing the known site constraints, a.k.a. building the sandbox we can work in.

  • Investigation | Diving deep into understanding the existing built conditions, documenting as-builts if needed.

  • Visioning | Identifying potential high-priority, high-value design moves for your project, and examining these through the dual lenses of aspiration and pragmatism.

  • Feasibility | Studying site plan strategies that orchestrate circulation, service, and program needs with potential buildable areas, seeking to maximize project value.

  • Preliminary Concept Design | Visualizing design character through expressive drawings and renderings, creating a sense of the atmosphere and unique experience of your project.

DESIGN MANAGEMENT & VISION PLANNING

For larger projects, we are adept at choreographing a full team of stakeholders and consultants in pursuit of a clear vision. In other words, we can help bring the right teammates to the table and get everyone rowing together. These services are tailored to each project, and activities may include:

  • Defining project vision and framework approach (i.e. master planning)

  • Developing design schedule and onboarding consultants strategically as needed

  • Coordinating reviews and providing graphic feedback, improving and streamlining communication between the development team and the full design team

  • Leading community engagement activities

Mixed-use architectural building weaving around heritage trees and courtyards to bring more density to downtown Austin.

WORKSHOPPING

We can also provide targeted, charrette-style workshops to study a site or potential project with sharply-focused creative energy.

  • Preparation web call(s)

  • In-person facilitated workshop, typically 2-6 hours

  • Summary report with all visuals attached and strategic next steps outlined

“Ashley created a truly constructive team environment with lots of stakeholders through grace, positivity, and clear communication which led to a truly impressive construction project and experience. I can't wait to work with her again!”

— Kyler McNew, Founder & President, Second Rodeo Design-Build