Graphic Design Studio
Vaughn Wedeen Creative

A creative graphic, branding and advertising firm required a bold presence in a prominent business location that represented the breadth of the firm's working style and product. The office personified the firm's strong imagination and aesthetic throughout each distinct architectural space, maintaining a connection to a rapidly evolving urban context. The project ranged from complete construction build out to customized furniture.

Kira Sowanick AIA, project architect

Graphic Design Studio
Vaughn Wedeen Creative

A creative graphic, branding and advertising firm required a bold presence in a prominent business location that represented the breadth of the firm's working style and product. The office personified the firm's strong imagination and aesthetic throughout each distinct architectural space, maintaining a connection to a rapidly evolving urban context. The project ranged from complete construction build out to customized furniture.

Kira Sowanick AIA, project architect

Graphic Design Studio
Vaughn Wedeen Creative

A creative graphic, branding and advertising firm required a bold presence in a prominent business location that represented the breadth of the firm's working style and product. The office personified the firm's strong imagination and aesthetic throughout each distinct architectural space, maintaining a connection to a rapidly evolving urban context. The project ranged from complete construction build out to customized furniture.

Kira Sowanick AIA, project architect

Graphic Design Studio
Vaughn Wedeen Creative

A creative graphic, branding and advertising firm required a bold presence in a prominent business location that represented the breadth of the firm's working style and product. The office personified the firm's strong imagination and aesthetic throughout each distinct architectural space, maintaining a connection to a rapidly evolving urban context. The project ranged from complete construction build out to customized furniture.

Kira Sowanick AIA, project architect

Graphic Design Studio
Vaughn Wedeen Creative

A creative graphic, branding and advertising firm required a bold presence in a prominent business location that represented the breadth of the firm's working style and product. The office personified the firm's strong imagination and aesthetic throughout each distinct architectural space, maintaining a connection to a rapidly evolving urban context. The project ranged from complete construction build out to customized furniture.

Kira Sowanick AIA, project architect

Graphic Design Studio
Vaughn Wedeen Creative

A creative graphic, branding and advertising firm required a bold presence in a prominent business location that represented the breadth of the firm's working style and product. The office personified the firm's strong imagination and aesthetic throughout each distinct architectural space, maintaining a connection to a rapidly evolving urban context. The project ranged from complete construction build out to customized furniture.

Kira Sowanick AIA, project architect

Law Office Tenant Improvement

Moving into an office space with ample natural light and exposure offered an opportunity to maximize firm identity and purpose through distinct name recognition and to create a sense of transparency without compromising privacy.

Law Office Tenant Improvement

Moving into an office space with ample natural light and exposure offered an opportunity to maximize firm identity and purpose through distinct name recognition and to create a sense of transparency without compromising privacy.

Law Office Building Design Collaboration and Interior Design
Offices of Steven Durkovich and Associates

A non-distinct freestanding building was transformed into an open and spacious contemporary office organized around a central courtyard complimented by customized furnishings and workstations.

Tony Evanko, Architect

Law Office Building Design Collaboration and Interior Design
Offices of Steven Durkovich and Associates

A non-distinct freestanding building was transformed into an open and spacious contemporary office organized around a central courtyard complimented by customized furnishings and workstations.

Tony Evanko, Architect

Law Office Building Design Collaboration and Interior Design
Offices of Steven Durkovich and Associates

A non-distinct freestanding building was transformed into an open and spacious contemporary office organized around a central courtyard complimented by customized furnishings and workstations.

Tony Evanko, Architect

Computer Tech Facility

Concerned to distinguish what could have been an intimidating and boring work environment, color and flexibility were the programmatic imperatives in making this office/classroom/ computer research facility a lively workplace.

Computer Tech Facility

Concerned to distinguish what could have been an intimidating and boring work environment, color and flexibility were the programmatic imperatives in making this office/classroom/ computer research facility a lively workplace.

Computer Tech Facility

Concerned to distinguish what could have been an intimidating and boring work environment, color and flexibility were the programmatic imperatives in making this office/classroom/ computer research facility a lively workplace.

Erin Adams Design

A fire sprinkler factory was converted to a mosaic tile and product development studio for a multi-talented artist/designer. The building was transformed to reflect the artist's product in all aspects. The production facility, offices and showroom were designed as part of a cohesive package. The building form and materials are reflected in the promotional and branding graphics and carry through to identify the artist, her work and her place of business.

Wingspread Collectors Guide

A regional art publication desired an open office that facilitated collaboration, interaction for publication production and provided the space to show works by representative artists.

Casa Clara Community

The renovation and expansion of five separate apartment buildings and new xeriscape landscape are the anchor of an affordable housing compound, designed for active living and development of community. The 1950's buildings were redesigned to increase square footage, provide updated services and amenities and facilitate cooperation and social interaction.

Susan Freed AIA, Project architect

Strell Design Addition

Originally built as an art gallery the offices were renovated to provide for studio, office, design production and showroom space. A two story contemporary addition provides storage space. An additional loft/office maximizes solar exposure and offers an urban courtyard oriented to the neighborhood streetscape.

A comprehensive design for the remodel of an historic downtown hotel. Guest rooms and bathrooms were reconfigured and combined to allow for additional amenities; public spaces were updated and redefined for a more urbane clientele. The historic elements were retained and enhanced; the original Moorish/Andalusian features were highlighted to create an exotic theme for the hotel. The project incorporated all facets of design for reception, lobby, restaurant, lounges, meeting rooms, exhibit space, guest rooms, corridors and other public spaces including initial concept, dimensioned drawings and specifications for room layouts, customized furnishings, fixtures, lighting, carpeting and architectural detailing.

Hey Jhonny

Originally a nondescript storefront in an historic streetscape, the single story building has been reconceived for maximum square footage and curb appeal. The building was designed to present the appropriate atmosphere for specially selected gift items and discriminating patrons. A second story office doubles as an intimate pied-à-terre.

Design Warehouse

This, the third retail store designed for the original owner, highlights the clean, functional and contemporary items ranging from house wares to modern furniture icons.

Design Warehouse

This, the third retail store designed for the original owner, highlights the clean, functional and contemporary items ranging from house wares to modern furniture icons.

Design Warehouse

This, the third retail store designed for the original owner, highlights the clean, functional and contemporary items ranging from house wares to modern furniture icons.

New Mexico Museum of Fine Arts Museum Gift Shop

The challenge was to create a well-lit and organized retail space while acknowledging the unique historic qualities of this much-appreciated building off the plaza in downtown Santa Fe. The project included the design and expansion of the museum gift shop to increase visibility, enhance merchandising of the museum related materials and introduce natural lighting and greater accessibility from the public street. Reconfiguring of the lobby and the development of a circulation plan utilizes the classically beautiful landscaped courtyard as the entrance to the museum and offers greater visibility of the gift shop.

New Mexico Museum of Fine Arts Museum Gift Shop

The challenge was to create a well-lit and organized retail space while acknowledging the unique historic qualities of this much-appreciated building off the plaza in downtown Santa Fe. The project included the design and expansion of the museum gift shop to increase visibility, enhance merchandising of the museum related materials and introduce natural lighting and greater accessibility from the public street. Reconfiguring of the lobby and the development of a circulation plan utilizes the classically beautiful landscaped courtyard as the entrance to the museum and offers greater visibility of the gift shop.

Museum of International Folk Art

The Gift Shop and a complimentary Bookshop feature artists and items representative of the museum's collections. Both shops are designed to capture the atmosphere of an intimate crafts market while extending elements of the original mid-century museum building aesthetic.

Tony Evanko, Phase 1 Project Architect
Devendra Contractor AIA, Phase 2 Project Architect

Museum of International Folk Art

The Gift Shop and a complimentary Bookshop feature artists and items representative of the museum's collections. Both shops are designed to capture the atmosphere of an intimate crafts market while extending elements of the original mid-century museum building aesthetic.

Tony Evanko, Phase 1 Project Architect
Devendra Contractor AIA, Phase 2 Project Architect

Museum of International Folk Art

The Gift Shop and a complimentary Bookshop feature artists and items representative of the museum's collections. Both shops are designed to capture the atmosphere of an intimate crafts market while extending elements of the original mid-century museum building aesthetic.

Tony Evanko, Phase 1 Project Architect
Devendra Contractor AIA, Phase 2 Project Architect

Museum of International Folk Art

The Gift Shop and a complimentary Bookshop feature artists and items representative of the museum's collections. Both shops are designed to capture the atmosphere of an intimate crafts market while extending elements of the original mid-century museum building aesthetic.

Tony Evanko, Phase 1 Project Architect
Devendra Contractor AIA, Phase 2 Project Architect

An historic building offered the opportunity to showcase high quality art prints and photographs produced on-site at the New Mexico History Museum print shop. A well-lit art gallery atmosphere with reading area and research amenities features in addition to fine art prints, reading material and historic merchandise in a contemporized space without compromising the architectural integrity of this historic building.

Artichoke Cafe

A series of disconnected and chaotic historic buildings were integrated into a cohesive restaurant design encompassing the construction details and interior finishes for the three dining areas, two private dining rooms, lounge and bar, expanded and modernized open grill kitchen, bakery and auxiliary prep kitchen, office, rest rooms and food storage facility.

Martini Grill

The design included the plan layout, lighting, furnishings, and finish materials for a distinctive bar and lounge area as a counterpoint to the atmospheric dining room which features live entertainment.

Hotel Restaurant

The concept, layout and design development for a full service contemporary restaurant. Coordinating with kitchen designer and hotel management the design provides for maximum space utilization for public dining, food service for hotel facilities, private dining, and bar service integrating with a second level lounge and outside terrace. Features include window devices that control natural light and privacy, dining configuration flexibility, a feature staircase and discreet relationship to lobby.

Hotel Restaurant

The concept, layout and design development for a full service contemporary restaurant. Coordinating with kitchen designer and hotel management the design provides for maximum space utilization for public dining, food service for hotel facilities, private dining, and bar service integrating with a second level lounge and outside terrace. Features include window devices that control natural light and privacy, dining configuration flexibility, a feature staircase and discreet relationship to lobby.

Hotel Restaurant

The concept, layout and design development for a full service contemporary restaurant. Coordinating with kitchen designer and hotel management the design provides for maximum space utilization for public dining, food service for hotel facilities, private dining, and bar service integrating with a second level lounge and outside terrace. Features include window devices that control natural light and privacy, dining configuration flexibility, a feature staircase and discreet relationship to lobby.

Museum of International Folk Art

In a two phased project the museum entrance, business office and library, educational facilities, common areas and museum shop were designed to provide better space utilization and a rational circulation plan through the galleries and within the Museum. The vitality and color, the excitement and vibrant creativity of the exhibit contents were the inspiration for the design.

Tony Evanko, Project Architect

Museum of International Folk Art

In a two phased project the museum entrance, business office and library, educational facilities, common areas and museum shop were designed to provide better space utilization and a rational circulation plan through the galleries and within the Museum. The vitality and color, the excitement and vibrant creativity of the exhibit contents were the inspiration for the design.

Tony Evanko, Project Architect

Museum of International Folk Art

In a two phased project the museum entrance, business office and library, educational facilities, common areas and museum shop were designed to provide better space utilization and a rational circulation plan through the galleries and within the Museum. The vitality and color, the excitement and vibrant creativity of the exhibit contents were the inspiration for the design.

Tony Evanko, Project Architect

Museum of International Folk Art

In a two phased project the museum entrance, business office and library, educational facilities, common areas and museum shop were designed to provide better space utilization and a rational circulation plan through the galleries and within the Museum. The vitality and color, the excitement and vibrant creativity of the exhibit contents were the inspiration for the design.

Tony Evanko, Project Architect

Lighting and Facilities Improvement Project
St. Francis Auditorium

The design incorporated energy saving features in a lighting plan designed to provide appropriate theater illumination utilizing natural lighting sources, energy saving fixtures and strategic placement to maintain the historic integrity of the building while meeting current lighting standards.

Devendra Contractor AIA, Project Architect

Lighting and Facilities Improvement Project
St. Francis Auditorium

The design incorporated energy saving features in a lighting plan designed to provide appropriate theater illumination utilizing natural lighting sources, energy saving fixtures and strategic placement to maintain the historic integrity of the building while meeting current lighting standards.

Devendra Contractor AIA, Project Architect

Residential Projects Overview

Whether a new design, renovation or remodel, an entire building, a new addition, a portion of the house or a singular room, our residential projects reflect sensitivity to the client, their tastes, needs and budget.

Residential Projects Overview

Residential Projects Overview

Our historic residential renovations reflect the inherent character and context of a home and its changing functional requirements. We recognize an older home often has unique detailing and craftsmanship to be celebrated, appreciated and enhanced.

Residential Projects Overview

Within a defined vocabulary, contemporary projects open up space, refine details and demand thoughtful use of materials. Spatial ingenuity and use of light are thoughtfully combined with complimentary furnishings, art, and textiles.

Residential Projects Overview

A renovation project opens up new possibilities to redefine the way a house works; open to light, new connections and spatial relationships that bring together the old with the new.

Residential Projects Overview

Residential Projects Overview

The eclectic mix combines the individuality of the client, the integrity of the building and the opportunity to utilize materials in ways that create healthy tension, continuity and ultimately a balance.

Residential Projects Overview

Residential Projects Overview

Material selection, attention to detail and thoughtful siting are key elements in representing the context, location, and character of a new residence expressing a sense of place and identity.

While respecting its regional character, this home was updated for entertaining and gracious living. It was redesigned to seem both modern and traditional, feature the owner's collection of art and beautiful things, connect to the landscaped patios and courtyards, and offer ample opportunity to utilize all the newly renovated and furnished interior spaces which were resized and reconfigured to present a seamless connection to the home's inherent integrity.

Project Architect: Architectural Alliance

The core of this home was reconfigured to modernize the kitchen, connect all the living areas, rework the circulation, and create a new office. A detached garage was integrated under one roof and a new family room was added to the rear of the home to connect to the landscaped patio.

A circa 1920's bungalow was the perfect home for the owners and their collection of sumptuous furnishings and art. The kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms were reconfigured and modernized to capture the style and meaning of the building's antecedents.

With the aim of maintaining the style of this 1937 art deco residence, a split-level addition was designed to double the usable square footage. On a sloped site, the house maximizes views and usable outdoor space for entertaining and gardening.

With the aim of maintaining the style of this 1937 art deco residence, a split-level addition was designed to double the usable square footage. On a sloped site, the house maximizes views and usable outdoor space for entertaining and gardening.

With the aim of maintaining the style of this 1937 art deco residence, a split-level addition was designed to double the usable square footage. On a sloped site, the house maximizes views and usable outdoor space for entertaining and gardening.

With the aim of maintaining the style of this 1937 art deco residence, a split-level addition was designed to double the usable square footage. On a sloped site, the house maximizes views and usable outdoor space for entertaining and gardening.

With the aim of maintaining the style of this 1937 art deco residence, a split-level addition was designed to double the usable square footage. On a sloped site, the house maximizes views and usable outdoor space for entertaining and gardening.

A small bedroom was converted into a remodeled kitchen, a master suite and bath provided the opportunity to incorporate the owners' appreciation of an oriental aesthetic, and the original romance and flair was retained and emphasized in the living spaces.

A small bedroom was converted into a remodeled kitchen, a master suite and bath provided the opportunity to incorporate the owners' appreciation of an oriental aesthetic, and the original romance and flair was retained and emphasized in the living spaces.

A small bedroom was converted into a remodeled kitchen, a master suite and bath provided the opportunity to incorporate the owners' appreciation of an oriental aesthetic, and the original romance and flair was retained and emphasized in the living spaces.

A small bedroom was converted into a remodeled kitchen, a master suite and bath provided the opportunity to incorporate the owners' appreciation of an oriental aesthetic, and the original romance and flair was retained and emphasized in the living spaces.

This award winning home was designed to maximize City views, taking full advantage of a sloped site adjacent to a protected natural landscape. The house was designed to frame the views from within and outside of the building envelope. A strong axial plan is created from a soaring concrete wall that delineates the private from public spaces. Walled courtyards on different levels of the site extend the interior spaces. The open design is intended to grow and mature with the young family, encouraging their interests and activities while permitting a healthy separation. The second story master bedroom connects to the private gym on the ground level. A playroom adjoining the children's bedrooms compliments the entertaining spaces on the levels above.

Originally two small historic homes, this structure functioned as an artist studio before being converted to meet the different needs of a family with inherent artistic sensibilities. All the rooms were renovated and refurbished; reconfigured to create a unified sensibility while maintaining a connection to the building's fluid past. The living spaces were furnished with modern classics as was the New York apartment sized kitchen.

The use of unexpected materials such as concrete and recycled plastic panels are used to define the home's living spaces and serve as a complimentary backdrop for contemporary lighting fixtures and furnishings, rich fabrics and custom upholstery and casework.

The initial remodel of a kitchen offered the opportunity to expand the scale and scope of the project. Living areas were open to light and views and the residence was contemporized with new surface materials, casework and furnishings.

A stand of existing mature prickly pear cactus is mixed with native chamisa, sage, penstemon and sedum. An existing Russian olive was pruned to become a featured specimen and natural archway. The entry is organized and tied together with a wide curved flagstone path.

To create an outside kitchen and living area, a covered pavilion compliments the newly renovated craftsman style home. A dated kidney shape swimming pool was replaced with a waterfall and wedge of water as a unifying element making way for a productive flower and vegetable garden. Changes in the site elevation provided a space for planting, privacy and architectural interest.

A fountain and deep pool was designed for viewing from the interior living spaces into the courtyard of this contemporary home. A waterfall and planting areas are integrated with the landscape using both plant and construction materials that patina with age.

A common vegetable garden, a gathering space with an adjacent meadow of wildflowers at the entry and individual garden plots at each unit are the major features comprising the landscape plan for this community complex of apartments. The sloped site was regraded and planted with native and drought tolerant species to best utilize and capture drainage and water runoff for irrigation. The new architecture limited construction to minimize disruption of the existing mature trees and allowed for reworking the circulation for maximum accessibility.

To soften the stark lines of a classic 60's residence, the front yard, anchored by a mature conifer, utilizes grasses, yuccas, hyssop, and nandina to soften the lines and materials of this modern house. The rear, side yards and interior courtyard continue the balance of structured organization to contain and highlight the texture and wild beauty of grasses and perennials.

Terraced stairs, patios and gardens are integrated in this landscape design, grounding the steep terrain and connecting the site with the angular movement of the house's architecture. Distinct areas are given identity yet remain a part of the whole; a meditation area shares space with a flower garden, retaining walls anchor the design to the building's architecture; terraces, gardens, walls and water fit together like a puzzle.

A barren lot was transformed into a formal entry courtyard balancing hardscape and hardy drought tolerant plant species.