Business Details
Award-Winning Architectural Design Firm in Denver
OZ Architecture has been a leader in architectural innovation for six decades, combining fearless creativity with technical expertise to deliver enduring, human-centered designs. Our collaborative approach begins with curiosity, tailoring solutions to each project's unique context while prioritizing sustainability and community impact. With over 130 professionals, we specialize in architecture, interior design, urban planning, and experience design across diverse sectors including hospitality, education, civic spaces, and mixed-use developments.Our commitment to equity and environmental stewardship drives every project, from award-winning mass timber constructions to inclusive resort spaces that accommodate diverse needs. Recognized as signatories of the AIA 2030 Commitment, we integrate passive design strategies and sustainable materials to create high-performing buildings that benefit both people and the planet.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Urban Planning
Sustainable Design
Civic Projects
Highlights and features
- We offer 60 years of architectural innovation and expertise
- Our tailored approach prioritizes each project's unique requirements
- We lead in sustainable mass timber design and environmental stewardship
- Our diverse team includes 130+ architects and designers nationwide
- We create inclusive spaces following universal design principles
Associations and certifications
- AIA 2030 Commitment
What people say
Award-winning designs
Sustainability focus
Inclusive spaces
Technical expertise
Creative solutions
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services combine creative vision with technical precision to create spaces that endure both functionally and aesthetically. Specializing in hospitality, education, and civic projects, we deliver tailored solutions that respond to each site's unique context while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and community impact. Our 60-year legacy demonstrates expertise in transforming complex requirements into award-winning designs.
Interior Design
We craft interior environments that enhance human experience through thoughtful spatial organization and material selection. Our designs prioritize accessibility and universal design principles while maintaining strong aesthetic appeal. From resort spaces to office environments, our interiors create lasting value through their ability to adapt to evolving user needs across multiple project types.
Urban Planning
Our urban planning approach integrates mixed-use developments with community needs to create vibrant, sustainable environments. We specialize in masterplanning that balances economic viability with environmental responsibility, delivering solutions that enhance urban livability while respecting existing cultural and ecological contexts through comprehensive, data-driven design strategies.
Sustainable Design
We lead in sustainable building practices through passive design strategies and innovative material use. As AIA 2030 Commitment signatories, we prioritize carbon footprint reduction and environmental stewardship in every project. Our expertise in mass timber construction and energy-efficient systems delivers high-performance buildings that benefit both occupants and the planet for generations.
Civic Projects
Our civic architecture focuses on creating inclusive, accessible community spaces that serve diverse populations. From fire stations to cultural centers, we design facilities that enhance public life while maintaining fiscal responsibility. Our approach emphasizes universal design principles and environmental sustainability to create lasting community assets that evolve with changing needs.
People
Eduardo Illanes
Principal | Architecture
Licensed architect with extensive experience in complex hospitality and mixed-use developments, bringing technical expertise and creative problem-solving to each project while mentoring junior staff in sustainable design practices.
Tracy Boyer
Principal | Interior Design
LEED-certified interior designer specializing in creating functional, aesthetically compelling spaces that prioritize user experience and environmental responsibility across hospitality, residential, and commercial projects.
Brock Erickson
Associate Principal | CFO
Financial leader ensuring project viability and firm sustainability, combining architectural understanding with business acumen to support design excellence while maintaining fiscal responsibility across all operations.
Joseph Anastasi
Principal | Architecture
Award-winning architect with deep expertise in educational facilities and civic projects, focusing on creating spaces that enhance learning environments and community engagement through innovative, sustainable design solutions.
Mairi Mashburn
Principal | Architecture
Sustainability advocate leading mass timber initiatives and environmental stewardship efforts, applying technical knowledge of building science to create high-performance structures that reduce carbon footprint while maintaining design integrity.
Questions
What architectural services does OZ Architecture offer?
We provide full-service architecture, interior design, urban planning, and experience design for hospitality, education, civic, and mixed-use projects nationwide.
How does OZ approach sustainable design?
We prioritize passive design strategies, local materials, and carbon footprint reduction while being signatories of the AIA 2030 Commitment for sustainable building practices.
What makes OZ's design process unique?
We begin with curiosity rather than preconceptions, creating tailored solutions through collaborative partnerships that unlock each project's full potential while maintaining sustainability focus.
Where does OZ operate?
Based in Denver, we work on projects across the United States and internationally, with expertise in mountain regions and urban environments.
