Business Details
24 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Design Services in Wichita
Shelden Architecture exists because beauty matters in the spaces we inhabit. Founded in 2002, our firm specializes in translating client visions into distinctive architecture through a collaborative approach. Our team of skilled artisans prioritizes client needs, budgets, and trust, delivering projects across education, healthcare, residential, and commercial sectors. We emphasize early-stage collaboration with contractors and consultants to ensure projects meet objectives for schedule, budget, and quality.With a portfolio spanning diverse building types, we focus on creating spaces that enhance functionality and emotional impact. Our phased processfrom pre-design to construction administrationensures clarity and client involvement at every stage. Recognized for our service-driven ethos, we commit to excellence in every project while maintaining accountability to clients, the community, and the profession.
Services
Commercial Design
Residential Design
Interior Design
Land Planning
Architectural Visualization
Graphic Design
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We prioritize collaboration with clients and contractors from project inception.
- Our phased approach ensures cost control and minimizes change orders.
- Portfolio spans diverse sectors including healthcare, education, and retail.
- Team includes AIA-certified architects and LEED-accredited professionals.
- Client testimonials highlight our ability to translate abstract ideas into functional spaces.
What people say
Fantastic to work with
Brought our vision to life
Enhance work flow and aesthetics
Excellent communication
Creative and determined firm
Services
Commercial Design
We create distinctive commercial spaces for healthcare, education, retail, and corporate clients. Our designs prioritize functionality, brand identity, and occupant experience while maintaining budgetary constraints. Projects include Fidelity Bank headquarters and healthcare facilities that balance aesthetics with operational efficiency.
Residential Design
Our residential projects transform personal visions into unique living spaces. We guide clients through site selection, material choices, and spatial planning to create homes that reflect individual lifestyles while incorporating sustainable design principles and modern trends.
Interior Design
We enhance business environments through strategic interior design. Our approach combines lighting, material selection, and furniture specification to optimize functionality while creating atmospheres that support client operations and brand identity across various industries.
Land Planning
Our land planning services address site selection, zoning compliance, and sustainable development. We create layouts for individual lots and large-scale urban developments that maximize usability while maintaining environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance.
Architectural Visualization
We employ both traditional sketching and advanced 3D modeling to visualize projects. This service helps clients understand spatial relationships through detailed renderings and animated walkthroughs that clarify design intent before construction begins.
People
Stan Shelden
CEO
AIA-certified architect with decades of experience leading complex projects. Stan emphasizes collaborative design and client advocacy, ensuring each project reflects the client's vision while meeting technical and budgetary requirements.
Daniel Gensch
EVP
Senior architect specializing in healthcare and institutional projects. Daniel brings technical expertise and creative problem-solving to complex building types, maintaining focus on functional efficiency and aesthetic quality.
Carlos Coello
VP
LEED-accredited architect with expertise in sustainable design. Carlos integrates environmental considerations into commercial projects while ensuring compliance with modern energy efficiency standards.
Pam Clinton
EVP
Project leader with extensive experience in educational facility design. Pam coordinates multidisciplinary teams to deliver schools and universities that balance aesthetic appeal with pedagogical functionality.
Paul Folger
Architect
Specializes in residential and adaptive reuse projects. Paul combines traditional design principles with modern materials to create innovative solutions for both new construction and historic renovations.
Questions
What architectural services does Shelden Architecture offer?
We provide full-service architecture including commercial design, residential projects, interior design, land planning, and architectural visualization from concept through construction.
How does Shelden Architecture approach client collaboration?
We use a five-phase process starting with needs assessment, followed by focused planning, design development, construction documentation, and ongoing administration to ensure client goals are met.
Can they handle complex commercial building projects?
Yes, with experience in healthcare facilities, financial institutions, and educational buildings, our team manages complex regulatory requirements and technical specifications for commercial developments.
Do they work on residential projects outside Wichita?
While based in Wichita, we accept residential projects regionally, applying our design expertise to create custom homes that respond to local environments and client lifestyles.
What makes their design process unique?
Our collaborative approach involves contractors early in planning, reducing change orders by 70% and ensuring better cost control through proactive problem-solving during design phases.
Are they experienced with sustainable design?
Yes, our LEED-certified architects integrate energy-efficient systems and materials selection to create environmentally responsible buildings that reduce long-term operational costs.
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