Business Details
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Lakewood, CO
We are a certified woman-owned architectural firm with over 40 years of combined experience in multifamily, mixed-use, senior living, and affordable housing projects. Our expertise spans the full design lifecycle, including Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) projects, historic renovations, and high-rise developments. We specialize in navigating jurisdictional challenges to ensure project success while prioritizing community-focused design and livability. Our team excels in programming, space planning, construction administration, and BIM modeling.With deep roots in Colorado's Front Range, we deliver proactive solutions that minimize construction surprises and exceed industry standards. Our founding principal, Elizabeth Johnson, brings 20+ years of diverse design and construction experience, ensuring detail-oriented work and exceptional client service. We are committed to creating transformative spaces that empower communities and provide dignified housing for those in need.
Services
Architectural Design
LIHTC Projects
Historic Renovations
Mixed-Use Development
Construction Administration
Space Planning
BIM Modeling
Affordable Housing
High-Rise Renovation
Tenant Improvements
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in multifamily and affordable housing design.
- Our team specializes in Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) project processes.
- We provide proactive jurisdictional issue resolution to minimize construction surprises.
- Our community-focused design philosophy prioritizes livability and long-term impact.
- We maintain a proven track record of successful project completions across Colorado.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Woman-Owned Business
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design services for multifamily, mixed-use, and senior living projects. Our team creates functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet regulatory requirements while prioritizing community impact. From concept development to construction documentation, we deliver tailored solutions that align with client visions and budget constraints.
LIHTC Projects
Our firm specializes in Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) projects, including both 4% and 9% allocations through CHFA. We manage the complete project lifecycle from initial design through occupancy, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements while maintaining design integrity and cost efficiency.
Historic Renovations
We offer specialized historic renovation services that balance preservation requirements with modern functionality. Our approach maintains architectural character while incorporating contemporary systems and accessibility standards. We navigate complex jurisdictional approvals to deliver successful adaptive reuse projects that honor historical significance.
Construction Administration
Our construction administration services ensure accurate implementation of design intent. We provide site visits, document reviews, and contractor coordination to maintain quality control. Our proactive approach addresses potential issues early, minimizing delays and cost overruns during the construction phase of multifamily and commercial projects.
Space Planning
We deliver strategic space planning solutions that optimize functionality and flow for residential and commercial developments. Our programming services analyze spatial requirements to create efficient layouts that maximize usability while meeting regulatory standards for affordable housing and multifamily projects.
People
Elizabeth Johnson
Founding Principal
Elizabeth Johnson brings 20+ years of architectural experience specializing in affordable housing and LIHTC projects. She leads our design team with expertise in navigating jurisdictional challenges and securing stakeholder approvals. Her leadership ensures project success from concept through occupancy.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in affordable housing, LIHTC projects, multifamily developments, historic renovations, mixed-use buildings, and high-rise renovations with full design and construction administration services.
Do you handle both new construction and renovations?
Yes, we provide comprehensive services for both new construction and renovations, including tenant improvements, historic preservation, and adaptive reuse projects across Colorado.
What is your experience with LIHTC projects?
Our team has extensive experience with 4% and 9% LIHTC processes through CHFA, successfully guiding affordable housing projects from design through occupancy and stakeholder approval.
Which areas do you serve?
While based in Lakewood, CO, we serve clients across Colorado's Front Range including Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, and surrounding communities.
How do you ensure project success?
We employ proactive jurisdictional issue resolution, detailed BIM modeling, and stakeholder engagement strategies to minimize construction surprises and ensure smooth project delivery.
What makes your firm unique?
As a certified woman-owned firm, we combine 40+ years of collective experience with community-focused design principles and specialized expertise in affordable housing solutions.
