Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Architectural Solutions
ARC TEC is a client-centered architectural and design firm committed to delivering exceptional service and creativity. Founded in Phoenix, Arizona in 1993 by Craig Almeleh, we operate full-service offices in Phoenix and San Jose, California. Our team combines design intuition, construction knowledge, and project management expertise to address clients' planning and design challenges. With over 80% of our business coming from long-term and repeat clients, we specialize in office, high-technology, and industrial facilities. Our core values of honesty, creativity, passion, professionalism, service, and reliability guide every project.We maintain LEED-certified professionals and have been a USGBC member since 2006, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable environments. Our strategic approach includes feasibility studies, masterplanning, and post-construction evaluation to ensure comprehensive solutions. We prioritize understanding client needs to implement proactive, cost-effective strategies. Our team includes registered architects with decades of experience across multiple states. This combination of skills and dedication positions us as a trusted design partner rather than a vendor.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Strategic Planning
Masterplanning
Sustainable Design
Construction Documentation
Pre-Construction Services
Post-Construction Evaluation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in commercial architectural design.
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals and USGBC members.
- We maintain a 80%+ repeat client retention rate.
- We offer full-service solutions from strategic planning to construction.
- Our architects are registered in 15+ states with NCARB certification.
What people say
Exceptional creativity
Highly professional team
Cost-effective solutions
Innovative design
Client-focused approach
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client needs. We specialize in office, high-tech, and industrial facilities, delivering innovative solutions that balance creativity with practicality. Our designs incorporate sustainable practices and modern aesthetics.
Interior Design
We transform interior spaces through strategic planning and design. Our team ensures optimal functionality while maintaining brand identity and occupant comfort. Services include furniture layout, material selection, and creating environments that enhance productivity and well-being.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design approach minimizes environmental impact while maximizing efficiency. With LEED-certified professionals, we integrate energy-saving systems, eco-friendly materials, and innovative strategies to create healthy, high-performance buildings that meet modern sustainability standards.
Strategic Planning
We provide comprehensive strategic planning services including site evaluation, budget analysis, and conceptual layouts. Our data-driven approach helps clients make informed decisions about project viability, ensuring alignment with long-term business goals and regulatory requirements.
Construction Documentation
Our detailed construction documents ensure accurate project execution. We create comprehensive blueprints and specifications that guide contractors through every phase, maintaining design integrity while addressing technical requirements and building code compliance.
People
Jim Fulton
Partner and Principal
With 35+ years of experience, Jim leads project teams and specializes in building code compliance. He holds NCARB certification and is registered in California, Arizona, and multiple other states. He joined ARC TEC in 2000 after earning his degree from Miami University.
Marci Iversen
Partner and Principal
Marci oversees interior design projects with 30+ years of experience. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design from Montana State University and has led successful projects across the US and internationally since joining ARC TEC in 1997.
Dan Kirby
Partner and San Jose Office Lead
Dan directs San Jose operations with 40+ years in commercial and tech facility design. A UC Berkeley graduate, he's registered in California and active in AIA and IFMA. He focuses on programming and design for biotech and IT clients.
Rob Wood
Partner and Senior Project Manager
Rob manages corporate tenant improvements with 33+ years of experience in high-tech environments. A UC Berkeley graduate registered in California, he brings international perspective to project planning and execution for technology-based workspaces.
Evan Sockalosky
Partner and Director of Design
Evan leads architectural design with 27+ years in office, lab, and healthcare projects. He graduated from Notre Dame and focuses on developer-centric designs, managing large campus projects while maintaining attention to functional interior requirements.
Questions
What architectural services does ARC TEC offer?
We provide comprehensive architectural services including building design, interior space planning, sustainable design, strategic planning, and construction documentation for office, high-tech, and industrial facilities.
Does ARC TEC specialize in sustainable design?
Yes, we have LEED-certified professionals and have been USGBC members since 2006. Our sustainable designs incorporate energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials to create healthy, high-performance buildings.
How long has ARC TEC been in business?
ARC TEC was founded in Phoenix, Arizona in 1993 by Craig Almeleh. We have over 30 years of experience delivering architectural solutions across multiple industries.
What makes ARC TEC different from other architecture firms?
Our combination of design intuition, construction knowledge, and project management experience sets us apart. We maintain a 80%+ repeat client retention rate through our client-centered approach and technical expertise.
Where are ARC TEC's offices located?
We operate full-service offices in Phoenix, Arizona and San Jose, California, serving clients nationwide with local expertise in both major markets.
