Business Details
Dallas Architects | Carrell Partners & Yost Architecture
At Carrell Partners & Yost Architecture, we specialize in tackling complex architectural challenges through innovation, technical expertise, and exceptional service. With over 30 years of collective experience, our team of licensed professionals delivers functional, sustainable environments tailored to clients' needs. Our practice spans hospitality, commercial, residential, and industrial sectors, emphasizing adaptive reuse and historic preservation. We prioritize collaborative relationships, leveraging our diverse expertise to exceed client expectations. Our commitment to design excellence and measurable value drives every project from concept to completion.Founding partners Rick Carrell and Ed Yost, alongside Principal Young Ham, lead a multidisciplinary team dedicated to solving intricate design problems. Our philosophy centers on creating spaces that enhance human interaction while adhering to rigorous building codes and accessibility standards. We provide comprehensive services from pre-design planning to construction administration, ensuring seamless project execution. Our focus on communication, detail-oriented solutions, and sustainable practices establishes us as trusted advisors in the architectural field.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Planning
Adaptive Reuse
Historic Preservation
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of architectural experience in diverse project typologies.
- Our team includes AIA-certified professionals with specialized hospitality expertise.
- We provide full-service design from conceptual planning to construction administration.
- Our focus on adaptive reuse preserves historical value while meeting modern needs.
- We maintain collaborative client relationships through transparent communication.
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services encompass full-project lifecycle management from initial concept to certificate of occupancy. We specialize in code compliance, zoning regulations, and accessibility standards while prioritizing human-centric design. Our team delivers innovative solutions for new constructions and major renovations across commercial, hospitality, and residential sectors.
Interior Design
We create functional interior environments by analyzing spatial requirements and human behavior patterns. Our services include material selection, structural modifications, and systems integration while maintaining alignment with architectural integrity. We focus on optimizing space usage for both aesthetic appeal and operational efficiency in commercial and residential settings.
Planning
Our planning services help clients evaluate project viability through conceptual visualization and cost-benefit analysis. We provide advisory support for adaptive reuse opportunities and historic preservation challenges. This includes preliminary design concepts, zoning assessments, and strategic development recommendations to inform decision-making before formal design phases.
Adaptive Reuse
We specialize in transforming existing structures for new purposes while maintaining architectural character. Our approach balances modern functionality with historical preservation requirements. This service includes structural assessment, code upgrades, and creative design solutions to extend building lifecycles while meeting contemporary needs.
Historic Preservation
Our historic preservation services focus on maintaining architectural integrity while implementing necessary updates. We work with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with preservation standards. This includes material restoration, period-accurate renovations, and adaptive modifications that respect historical significance while enhancing usability for modern applications.
People
Richard G. Carrell
Founding Partner
AIA-certified architect with 30+ years of experience specializing in complex commercial and hospitality projects. Co-founder of CPY Architecture, focusing on innovative design solutions and client collaboration.
Ed Yost
President
AIA and LEED AP-certified leader with extensive expertise in sustainable design. Oversees project execution and quality control, ensuring technical excellence across all firm initiatives.
Young Kyu Ham
Principal
AIA and LEED AP-certified architect specializing in hospitality and mixed-use developments. Brings technical precision to project delivery while maintaining focus on design innovation and sustainability.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in full-service architecture, interior design, adaptive reuse, and historic preservation projects across commercial, hospitality, residential, and industrial sectors.
How long has your firm been in business?
Our founding partners have over 30 years of combined experience, establishing CPY Architecture as a trusted name in design excellence since the early 1990s.
Do you work on historic building renovations?
Yes, we have extensive experience in historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects, maintaining architectural integrity while implementing modern functionality.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Dallas, we work on projects throughout Texas and nationally, with recent projects in Minneapolis and other major metropolitan areas.
How do you approach client collaboration?
We prioritize open communication and transparent project management, involving clients at every stage from initial concept through construction completion.
