Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services
REES Associates has been delivering exceptional design solutions since 1975, combining client-focused innovation with decades of architectural expertise. Our team of licensed architects and interior designers specializes in creating spaces that reflect each client's unique vision while maintaining functional excellence. With over 45 years of experience in corporate, healthcare, senior living, and educational architecture, we prioritize collaborative design processes that integrate client goals with technical precision. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through millions of square feet of successfully completed projects across diverse market sectors. We maintain active involvement in professional organizations like the American Institute of Architects and LEED certification programs to ensure sustainable, forward-thinking design practices.Our leadership team brings combined centuries of experience from Fortune 500 companies and specialized architectural firms, ensuring every project benefits from both technical mastery and creative innovation. We emphasize transparent communication throughout every project phase, from initial concept development to final construction administration. Our regional expertise spans Oklahoma, Texas, and beyond, serving both local and national clients with tailored design solutions. We maintain active community involvement through leadership programs and nonprofit partnerships, reinforcing our commitment to both professional excellence and social responsibility. This combination of technical expertise, collaborative approach, and community engagement has made us a trusted partner for clients seeking innovative architectural solutions.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Planning
Construction Administration
Design-Build
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of architectural experience across diverse market sectors
- Our collaborative design process ensures client goals drive every decision
- We maintain LEED-certified professionals for sustainable design expertise
- Our leadership team includes former Fortune 500 real estate executives
- We provide comprehensive services from concept development to construction completion
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects
- LEED AP
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services encompass full project lifecycle management from concept development to construction completion. We specialize in creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces for corporate offices, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. Our team combines technical expertise with creative innovation to deliver projects that meet specific client needs while adhering to regulatory requirements. With decades of experience across multiple states, we provide tailored solutions that balance budget constraints with long-term operational efficiency.
Interior Design
We create innovative interior environments that enhance user experience and reinforce brand identity. Our interior design services focus on optimizing space functionality while incorporating aesthetic elements that reflect client values. Specializing in commercial, healthcare, and senior living sectors, we develop comprehensive solutions that integrate furniture selection, lighting design, and technology implementation. Our approach emphasizes human-centered design principles to create spaces that improve productivity, comfort, and overall user satisfaction across multiple project types.
Planning
Our planning services establish clear project frameworks through comprehensive needs assessments and feasibility studies. We employ collaborative workshops and data analysis to define spatial requirements, budget parameters, and regulatory considerations. This strategic approach ensures alignment between client objectives and physical space requirements while addressing code compliance and sustainability goals. Our planning expertise spans master planning, site analysis, and change management implementation for complex architectural projects.
Construction Administration
We provide comprehensive construction administration services to ensure design intent is maintained throughout project execution. Our team manages contractor coordination, quality control inspections, and budget tracking while maintaining open communication between all stakeholders. We handle permitting processes, change order documentation, and as-built record keeping to guarantee successful project delivery that meets original design specifications and performance standards across diverse building types.
Design-Build
Our design-build services offer single-source responsibility for both design and construction phases. This collaborative approach streamlines project delivery through early cost modeling, value engineering, and phased implementation planning. We coordinate directly with trusted construction partners to maintain quality control while optimizing budget efficiency. This method reduces project timelines and enhances accountability through continuous design-construction integration from concept through occupancy.
People
Allan Parr
Chief Executive Officer
Allan Parr leads REES Associates with 35 years of architectural experience, including leadership roles at Fortune 500 technology companies. He specializes in corporate, high-tech, and healthcare projects while maintaining NCARB certification and AIA membership.
Frank Rees
Founder
Dr. Frank REES Associates founded REES in 1975 and continues as Project Director. With over 100 senior living projects and extensive industry speaking experience, he maintains architectural licenses in 39 states and interior design certification in Texas.
Farooq Karim
Design Director
Farooq Karim serves as Design Director with 30+ years of experience creating integrated architectural and interior design solutions. He holds dual licenses in architecture and interior design while maintaining active community involvement through leadership programs.
Stephen Lawson
Healthcare Segment Leader
Stephen Lawson leads healthcare design initiatives with 28 years of experience in medical facility planning. He maintains multiple state architectural licenses and specialized certifications in healthcare construction while championing collaborative design culture.
Richard Semtner
Senior Vice President
Richard Semtner brings 43 years of architectural expertise as a quality assurance specialist. He has received multiple team player awards and maintains Oklahoma architectural licensure while mentoring junior staff through detailed document preparation standards.
Questions
What architectural services does REES Associates offer?
We provide full-service architectural solutions including conceptual design, schematic development, construction documentation, and project management for commercial, healthcare, and senior living facilities.
Do you specialize in specific building types?
Our expertise focuses on corporate offices, healthcare facilities, senior living communities, educational institutions, and mixed-use developments across Oklahoma, Texas, and surrounding regions.
How do you approach sustainable design?
We integrate LEED-certified practices and sustainable materials selection while maintaining functional requirements and budget constraints in all our architectural projects.
Can you handle complex renovation projects?
Yes, we specialize in adaptive reuse and historic preservation projects, combining modern functionality with existing structural elements across various market sectors.
What makes REES different from other architecture firms?
Our unique combination of Fortune 500 experience, LEED-certified professionals, and client-focused design process creates tailored solutions that balance innovation with practical execution.
