Business Details
25 Years
experience
Vigil & Associates | Trusted Architects in Albuquerque
Vigil & Associates is a professional architectural firm with offices in Northern and Southern New Mexico, serving clients across the Southwest for over 30 years. Our mission focuses on enriching lives through design that balances organizational needs, community values, and environmental stewardship. We prioritize understanding client visions to create culturally meaningful spaces that enhance quality of life. With expertise in educational, healthcare, public safety, and commercial projects, we integrate technology, innovation, and sustainability into every solution. Our team includes registered architects, LEED Accredited Professionals, and specialists in BIM and construction administration. We maintain a strong commitment to sustainable practices, demonstrated through USGBC membership and LEED-certified projects like the Meadows Long Term Care Facility.Founded in 2001 by Ray Vigil, our firm has earned recognition for design excellence, including awards from American School & University. We emphasize client collaboration, delivering quality design that harmonizes structure, economy, and aesthetics. Our professionals hold advanced credentials in environmental design, reflecting our dedication to protecting natural resources. With two fully staffed offices, we provide comprehensive architectural services tailored to regional needs while maintaining national standards of excellence.
Services
Architectural Design
Sustainable Design
Educational Facilities
Healthcare Architecture
Historical Preservation
Commercial Projects
BIM Modeling
LEED Certification
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of Southwest architectural expertise
- LEED Accredited Professionals on staff
- Client-centric design process with proven results
- Award-winning educational facility designs
- Integrated sustainable design specialists
Associations and certifications
- USGBC
- LEED
What people say
Award-winning designs
Deep community understanding
Sustainable expertise
Client-focused process
30+ years experience
Services
Architectural Design
We create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client needs. Our process begins with understanding organizational goals and community context. Projects include educational facilities, healthcare centers, and commercial buildings across the Southwest.
Sustainable Design
Our LEED-certified team integrates environmental stewardship into every project. We employ energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials to reduce environmental impact while maintaining design excellence and functionality.
Educational Facilities
Specializing in K-12 and higher education spaces, we create inspiring learning environments. Our award-winning designs prioritize safety, flexibility, and technology integration to support modern educational needs.
LEED Certification
We guide clients through LEED certification processes for new and renovated buildings. Our expertise ensures compliance with sustainability standards while optimizing building performance and occupant well-being.
Historical Preservation
We restore and adapt historic buildings while maintaining their cultural significance. Our approach combines modern functionality with preservation of architectural heritage through careful material selection and design.
People
Ray Vigil
President
Founder with 30+ years of architectural experience specializing in educational facilities. Recognized for innovative designs that enhance learning environments while maintaining fiscal responsibility and sustainability.
Vicente Castillo
Principal Architect
Licensed architect directing Albuquerque operations. Expertise in complex institutional projects with emphasis on sustainable design and community-focused spaces that meet evolving client needs.
Ken Gutierrez
Senior Project Manager
Project leader with extensive experience in healthcare and public safety facilities. Focuses on delivering technically sound solutions that balance functionality, budget, and client expectations.
Alisa Pavlakovich Giron
Architect
Design professional specializing in educational architecture. Combines creative vision with practical implementation to create inspiring learning environments that support student engagement and teacher effectiveness.
Kevin deGraauw
Architect
Experienced designer with focus on sustainable commercial projects. Skilled in integrating energy-efficient systems with modern aesthetics to create functional, environmentally responsible spaces.
Questions
What architectural services does Vigil & Associates offer?
We provide full-service architectural design including educational facilities, healthcare buildings, commercial spaces, historical preservation, and sustainable design projects across the Southwest.
Do you specialize in any particular building type?
We have particular expertise in educational facilities, having designed numerous K-12 schools and university buildings recognized for innovative design and functionality.
Are you experienced with sustainable design?
Yes, our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals with extensive experience in green building design and multiple LEED-certified projects completed.
How long have you served the New Mexico community?
Since our founding in 2001, we've completed projects throughout New Mexico with offices in both Albuquerque and Las Cruces.
Can you handle complex institutional projects?
Our team has extensive experience with complex public sector projects including healthcare facilities, public safety buildings, and multi-phase campus developments.
What makes your firm different?
We combine regional expertise with national standards, focusing on client collaboration, sustainable practices, and designs that enhance community well-being through architecture.
