Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Planning Partner in Albuquerque
Established in 1976, we are the largest and longest-standing architectural consulting firm in New Mexico. Our expertise spans planning, architectural programming, facility evaluation, and research, serving federal, state, and local government clients. We specialize in urban planning, land planning, and facility master planning for offices, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and specialized projects. Our team has refined processes and adopted innovative technologies to deliver data-driven policies and recommendations.With over 80% of our business coming from repeat clients, including the State of New Mexico and Sandia National Laboratories, we prioritize accuracy and long-term decision-making support. Our services encompass facility programming, community planning, educational facility planning, and advanced IT solutions like GIS and data visualization. We maintain membership in Cooperative Educational Services (CES) to enhance procurement efficiency for New Mexico agencies.
Services
Facility Programming
Community Planning
Educational Facility Planning
Facility Condition Assessment
Geographic Information Systems
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have 48 years of specialized experience in architectural consulting since 1976
- 80%+ repeat client base including major government and educational institutions
- Offer integrated facility programming and master planning services
- Maintain in-house IT expertise for data collection and visualization
- Pioneered GIS applications for school district planning in New Mexico
Services
Facility Programming
Our facility programming services analyze spatial requirements and functional needs to create efficient building layouts. We assess client operations, regulatory requirements, and future growth projections to develop comprehensive programming documents. This process ensures optimal space utilization while maintaining compliance with applicable standards and codes.
Community Planning
Community planning initiatives focus on improving infrastructure and local economies through strategic development frameworks. We conduct needs assessments, stakeholder engagement sessions, and environmental analyses to create sustainable growth strategies that preserve local character and cultural heritage.
Educational Facility Planning
Specialized planning services for educational institutions include facility condition assessments and capital improvement roadmaps. We evaluate building systems, classroom capacities, and technology infrastructure to develop phased modernization plans that address immediate needs and long-term enrollment projections.
Facility Condition Assessment
Our facility condition assessments identify structural deficiencies and maintenance needs through detailed property inspections. We document physical conditions, estimate repair costs, and prioritize capital expenditures to help clients develop data-driven facility management strategies.
Geographic Information Systems
GIS services transform spatial data into actionable insights through custom mapping solutions. We analyze demographic patterns, infrastructure networks, and environmental factors to support evidence-based decision-making for public sector clients and educational institutions.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve New Mexico and the broader Southwest region, with extensive experience in urban and rural planning across diverse communities.
What types of clients do you work with?
Our primary clients include federal and state government agencies, school districts, universities, and local municipalities seeking facility and infrastructure planning solutions.
What sets your facility assessments apart?
Our assessments combine field observations with advanced data analysis and GIS mapping to provide comprehensive capital planning insights tailored to client needs.
How do you handle large-scale planning projects?
We employ a phased approach integrating pre-design programming, condition assessments, and master planning to ensure sustainable, cost-effective solutions for complex facilities.
Can you assist with funding justification for projects?
Yes, we prepare detailed capital needs analyses and renovation studies to support funding requests, as demonstrated in our work with New Mexico state institutions.
What technology tools do you use?
We utilize GIS platforms like ARCInfo and QGIS, along with custom web applications, to enhance data visualization and decision-making processes for clients.
