30 YEARS OF PLACE, PURPOSE, AND PARTNERSHIP Three projec t s . Three dis t inc t t y pologies . O ne endur ing design philosophy. We are not interested in the proliferation of a style or architectural vocabulary. Each of our projects is seen as a singularity—a specific resolution of program, site, and use. While budget, schedule, and programmatic needs are primary drivers, each project has a larger conceptual response. By developing concepts and solutions intrinsic to the functional, technical, and programmatic needs of a building, each project is grounded in a strong conceptual foundation that drives the architectural solution. Clarity of the idea is the fundamental goal; form, light, and material are the tools. We strive to develop a body of work that reinforces these fundamental principles and, together with our clients, creates great buildings and inspiring spaces.
CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA HYDERABAD, INDIA H yderabad , I ndia The design of the new Consulate in Hyderabad, India, skillfully balances the functional needs of space, security, sustainability, energy efficiency, and aesthetics, creating an iconic landmark building; it serves as an expression of the local identity, reflective of the country’s rich history and culture. The building acknowledges its context and surroundings and responds to the unique features of the site and climate. This project embodies the fundamental principles of design excellence and represents the best of American architecture and government. The scheme borrows from the concept of intertwining disparate functional elements into a cohesive whole. The functional “strands” of the building program are brought together in a continuous element that links the high side of the site to the low side at the base of the bowl. The Strand concept links the main entry at the high side of the site to the service entry at the low side by weaving a linear building between significant rock outcroppings. The site organization clearly separates the public and service sides via the main consular building. The northeast façade curves to create a receptive gesture to both the main views to the site and the internal consular garden. Additionally, this organization provides a protective edge from westerly monsoonal storms and focuses the view to the native boulder formations as well as the adjoining open space. This high-performance building integrates numerous sustainable design strategies and has achieved LEED Gold certification.
ENVIRONMENT + NATURAL RESOURCES TWO Tuc son , A r izona The vision for the Environment and Natural Sciences complex (ENR2) began over two decades ago with a University-wide initiative to push the boundaries of sustainable design. The University of Arizona’s goals were to establish the project as a centerpiece of environmental research, create a definable iconic identity, develop a truly integrated, holistic approach to sustainability, and provide a living and learning laboratory while achieving LEED Platinum certification. Organized about a central “slot canyon,” curvilinear anodized aluminum ribbons define the walls of the canyon, recalling the terracotta-colored walls of a natural canyon, leaning overhead and falling away. As in the natural environs, each terrace reflects the elevated desert floor, with native trees, grasses, shrubs, and stone. The canyon floor is a sand and stone dry bed, which gathers the rainwater and guides it into storage cisterns for reuse. Laboratories and communal spaces are organized about the courtyard. A café opens to the ground-level court, providing a social and interactive space that serves as a catalyst for collaboration.
GATEWAY PUBLIC LIBRARY M esa , A r izona The vision for Mesa’s Gateway Library began with the idea of creating a vibrant civic destination that connects people, community, and the surrounding landscape. Situated within Eastmark Great Park, the library re-imagines the traditional library as a dynamic gathering place that fosters discovery, creativity, and social interaction. The design celebrates the evolving role of public libraries as centers for learning, connection, and community engagement. Inspired by the concept of an open market, the building is organized beneath a distinctive folded roof that unifies a series of interconnected spaces. A central circulation spine serves as the library’s primary organizing element, creating an active interior corridor that encourages exploration and interaction while providing access to a diverse range of programs and activities. Flexible gathering spaces, makerspaces, reading areas, and dedicated environments for children and teens support a variety of experiences and learning styles. Along the building’s perimeter, quieter spaces open toward the park and lake, establishing a strong visual connection to the landscape and inviting natural light into the interior. The integration of architecture, landscape, and community creates an inclusive and welcoming environment that extends the experience of the park into the library, establishing a new civic landmark for the City of Mesa.
SELECTED DESIGN AWARDS U. S . Consulate G eneral H yderabad , I ndia 2025 AIA National Honor Award for Design Excellence 2024 Architect Magazine Merit Award, Government + Civic Design 2024 The Chicago Athenaeum, Green Good Design Sustainability Award 2024 Architizer A+ Award, Jury Winner 2024 AIA Virginia, Award of Merit - Architecture 2024 IIDA Southwest Design Awards - Public Facility, Merit Award 2023 Built Design Awards, Architectural Design - Institutional 2023 Archello Awards Longlist - Government Building of the Year 2023 AIA Arizona Distinguished Architecture, Citation Award
Env ironment + Natural Resources Two 2021 The Chicago Athenaeum, International Architecture Award 2021 Green Good Design, European Centre for Architecture, Art, Design, and Urban Studies 2018 AIA Western Mountain Region, Merit Award 2018 AIA Arizona, Distinguished Architecture Honor Award 2016 IIDA Southwest Design Awards - Merit Award 2015 37th Contract Magazine Awards, Sustainability Award 2015 WAN Awards, Long List, Metal in Architecture
G ateway Public Librar y 2026 International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) / James Bennett Public Library of the Year Award 2026 ALA / IIDA Library National Interior Design Awards, Built Public Library 2026 ENR Southwest Project of the Year Award 2026 ENR Southwest Best Project Award, Cultural / Worship Category 2026 Fast Company: Innovation by Design Finalist 2026 Metal Architecture Design Awards, Grand Award 2024 ALA / IIDA Library National Interior Design Awards, Unbuilt
Across diverse programs, scales, and contexts, our work is guided by a consistent commitment to design excellence and the belief that architecture should respond thoughtfully to the people, places, and purposes it serves. Each project explores the opportunities inherent in its program and site, bringing together functional, technical, and conceptual considerations to create a cohesive architectural response. As we enter our fourth decade, we remain committed to creating enduring buildings and inspiring spaces that enrich the public realm.
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