Business Details
34 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services in Milwaukee, WI
Stephen Perry Smith Architects is a full-service architectural firm recognized for excellence and innovation in design. Founded in 1992, we combine decades of experience with a collaborative approach to create spaces that enhance functionality and human experience. Our team prioritizes client partnerships, ensuring each project reflects unique visions while meeting operational and aesthetic goals. With licenses in Wisconsin, Arizona, Illinois, and North Carolina, we serve diverse markets including commercial, corporate, education, and multifamily residential. Our work has earned industry recognition, including awards for architectural design and inclusion among Milwaukee's top firms.We specialize in architectural design, interior design, tenant improvement, and LEED certification, delivering tailored solutions from concept to completion. Our smaller firm structure allows for personalized attention and flexibility, fostering strong relationships built on trust and integrity. We are committed to advancing sustainable design practices and revitalizing communities through thoughtful architecture. Our portfolio demonstrates expertise in transforming complex challenges into innovative, enduring spaces that exceed client expectations. This dedication to quality and client satisfaction has solidified our reputation as a trusted leader in the architectural field.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Tenant Improvement
LEED Certification
Site Planning
Historic Renovation
Master Planning
Construction Administration
Digital Rendering
Facility Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of architectural expertise across 15+ market sectors
- Our LEED-certified team specializes in sustainable, energy-efficient design solutions
- We maintain NCARB certification for multi-state project capabilities
- Our smaller firm structure enables personalized client collaboration and flexibility
- We combine award-winning design with proven project management excellence
Associations and certifications
- LEED Certification
- NCARB Certified
What people say
Top notch all the way
Great addition to Downtown
Exceptional in all their ideas
Outstanding creative design
High quality product delivery
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services create functional, innovative spaces tailored to client needs. We specialize in commercial, corporate, and residential projects, combining aesthetic appeal with practical functionality. Our collaborative process ensures each design enhances user experience while meeting operational requirements.
Interior Design
We craft interior environments that balance aesthetics and functionality across commercial and residential sectors. Our designs optimize space usage while creating visually compelling environments that support client objectives and enhance occupant experiences through thoughtful material and layout choices.
Tenant Improvement
Our tenant improvement services transform existing spaces to meet evolving business needs. We manage projects from concept to completion, ensuring minimal disruption while delivering customized solutions that enhance functionality, aesthetics, and operational efficiency for commercial clients.
LEED Certification
We provide LEED-certified design solutions that promote sustainability and energy efficiency. Our expertise in green building practices helps clients achieve environmental goals while maintaining functional, cost-effective spaces that meet rigorous certification standards across multiple project types.
Site Planning
Our site planning services create cohesive, functional developments that integrate with surrounding environments. We develop comprehensive master plans for mixed-use, commercial, and residential projects, ensuring optimal land use while balancing aesthetic, operational, and community needs.
People
Stephen Perry Smith
President
Stephen Perry Smith founded the firm in 1992 with a vision for collaborative architectural design. As President and AIA/LEED-certified architect, he leads projects across multiple sectors, leveraging 30+ years of experience to ensure design excellence and client satisfaction.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architecture, interior design, tenant improvement, LEED certification, site planning, and construction administration for commercial, corporate, education, and residential projects.
Which states do you operate in?
We hold architectural licenses in Wisconsin, Arizona, Illinois, and North Carolina, with NCARB certification enabling multi-state project capabilities.
How does your design process work?
Our collaborative process begins with understanding client goals, followed by concept development, detailed design, and construction oversight to ensure vision realization.
Are you LEED-certified?
Yes, our team includes LEED-certified architects who specialize in sustainable design solutions that meet rigorous environmental standards while maintaining functional excellence.
What project types do you handle?
We work across 15+ market sectors including commercial, corporate, education, hospitality, industrial, mixed-use, and multifamily residential projects of all sizes.
How do you ensure project quality?
Through continuous client collaboration, experienced team oversight, and rigorous quality control measures at every project stage from concept to completion.
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