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Commercial Architecture

Purpose-Driven Spaces
for Business

Commercial design with the same care and craft we bring to every residential project.

Starting from $200,000
Our Approach

Commerce Meets Craft

We approach commercial projects with the belief that workspaces, retail environments, and hospitality venues deserve the same design rigor as private homes.

From boutique hotels and restaurants to offices and galleries, we design spaces that elevate the everyday experience of the people who use them.

Our commercial practice is rooted in understanding your brand, your operations, and your guests. Every design decision serves both the business strategy and the human experience.

Modern commercial building with striking architectural design
Scope of Work

What’s Included

Site Selection Consulting

Strategic evaluation of potential sites for visibility, access, zoning, and alignment with your brand vision.

Brand & Space Programming

Translating your brand identity and operational needs into spatial requirements and design intent.

Schematic & Concept Design

Initial design explorations that establish massing, flow, materiality, and the experiential narrative of the space.

Code Compliance & Accessibility

Full code review, ADA compliance, and permitting coordination to ensure your project meets all regulatory requirements.

Construction Documentation

Comprehensive construction drawings, specifications, and details for precise execution by the build team.

Interior Architecture

Integrated interior spatial design that extends the architectural language into every room and surface.

Signage & Wayfinding Design

Cohesive signage and wayfinding systems that guide visitors intuitively while reinforcing the brand experience.

Construction Administration

On-site observation, contractor coordination, and quality oversight from groundbreaking through final punch list.

Related Work

Commercial Projects

Contemporary commercial building with clean facade

Hospitality 5,800 SF Scottsdale, AZ 2024

Desert Bloom Retreat

A boutique wellness retreat where rammed earth walls and clerestory windows create ever-shifting interior landscapes of light and shadow.

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Commercial 3,600 SF Sedona, AZ 2021

Agave Trading Post

A curated retail and gallery space that blends regional craft with contemporary merchandising, wrapped in reclaimed wood and Cor-Ten steel.

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Angular modern building against desert sky
Modern building with curved facade and warm lighting

Commercial 2,100 SF Jerome, AZ 2022

Mesquite & Steel Studio

An artist studio and collaborative workspace nestled into Jerome's hillside, marrying industrial heritage with modern creative needs.

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“Commerce and craft are not at odds — the best businesses inhabit the best spaces.”

Common Questions

Commercial FAQ

Details on timelines, zoning, tenant improvements, and phased construction for commercial projects.

Commercial projects typically range from 12 to 24 months from initial programming through construction completion, depending on scale and complexity. The design and documentation phase generally takes 4–8 months, followed by permitting (which can vary significantly by municipality) and a construction phase of 6–14 months. We provide a detailed schedule during the programming phase tailored to your project’s specific requirements.

We conduct a thorough zoning analysis early in the process to identify any use restrictions, setback requirements, parking ratios, or variance needs before design begins. Our team coordinates directly with local planning departments and can represent you at public hearings if required. For projects in Sedona and the Verde Valley, we have extensive experience navigating the specific overlay districts and design review processes.

Yes. Tenant improvements are a significant part of our commercial practice. Whether you’re fitting out a restaurant in an existing retail center or transforming a historic building into a boutique hotel, we bring the same design intentionality to tenant improvements as we do to ground-up construction. We work within landlord requirements and existing building systems while maximizing your brand expression and operational efficiency.

Absolutely. We frequently design commercial projects with phased construction in mind, especially for hospitality and mixed-use developments where the owner may want to open a portion of the facility while later phases are still under construction. Our documentation clearly delineates phase boundaries, and we design infrastructure and systems to accommodate future expansion without costly retrofitting.

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Every commercial project begins with understanding your business, your brand, and your vision. Schedule a consultation to explore how we can design a space that works as hard as you do.

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