Business Details
Award-Winning Architects in Tucson, AZ
Lizard Rock Designs is an award-winning architectural firm based in Tucson, Arizona, specializing in senior living, healthcare, multifamily housing, and commercial architecture. With over 25 years of experience, our team prioritizes person-centered design that enhances quality of life while integrating sustainable practices. We combine evidence-based methodologies with creative innovation to create functional, enduring spaces for communities.Our principal architect, licensed in Arizona and certified nationally, leads every project with a commitment to client collaboration and regulatory compliance. From small senior living homes to large healthcare facilities, we deliver tailored solutions that reflect local character and promote environmental stewardship.
Services
Senior Living Architecture
Healthcare Design
Affordable Housing
Commercial Architecture
Dementia Care Campus
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized architectural experience
- Our team holds LEED accreditation and national certifications
- We implement person-centered design for senior living environments
- We prioritize evidence-based healthcare architecture strategies
- We ensure full compliance with HUD and tax credit regulations
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited Professional
- American Institute of Architects
- Leading Age
- American Society of Healthcare Engineers
Services
Senior Living Architecture
We create innovative senior living environments ranging from small homes to large retirement centers. Our designs prioritize non-institutional aesthetics, community integration, and specialized dementia care spaces. With projects like the Kivel Memory Care facility, we focus on enhancing residents' quality of life through thoughtful spatial planning and natural material selection.
Healthcare Design
Our healthcare architecture incorporates evidence-based design principles to improve patient outcomes and staff efficiency. We specialize in hospitals, clinics, and specialty labs with sustainable features like natural lighting and energy-efficient systems. Recent projects include technology-integrated facilities that balance safety with healing environments.
Affordable Housing
We develop compliant affordable housing solutions meeting HUD standards and tax credit requirements. Our expertise includes navigating regulatory approvals and green building certifications. We create vibrant communities through strategic material selection and spatial planning that balances budget constraints with resident comfort.
Commercial Architecture
We design commercial and civic spaces that reflect community values while ensuring long-term functionality. Our approach combines flexible layouts with durable materials to create lasting architectural statements. Projects emphasize contextual design that complements surrounding environments while meeting modern efficiency standards.
Dementia Care Campus
Our dementia care facilities feature secure, non-restrictive environments promoting independence and well-being. We incorporate wayfinding aids, sensory gardens, and homelike spaces to reduce confusion. The CCLC Senior Living Clubhouse demonstrates our commitment to creating therapeutic environments that support both residents and caregivers.
People
Thomas McQuillen
Principal
Thomas McQuillen leads all projects at Lizard Rock Designs with 25+ years of architectural experience. A Harvard-trained, LEED-certified architect licensed in Arizona, he specializes in public and private sector buildings. His expertise includes sustainable design and regulatory compliance for complex housing and healthcare projects.
Questions
What architectural specializations does Lizard Rock Designs offer?
We specialize in senior living, healthcare facilities, affordable housing, commercial buildings, and dementia care campuses with sustainable design integration.
How does Lizard Rock Designs approach senior living projects?
We create person-centered environments prioritizing non-institutional aesthetics, community integration, and specialized memory care spaces tailored to residents' needs.
What experience does the firm have with regulatory compliance?
We have extensive experience navigating HUD standards, tax credit requirements, and green building certifications for multifamily housing projects.
Do you work on projects outside Tucson?
While based in Tucson, we serve clients throughout Arizona with projects like the Tohono Oodham Elder Homes and regional healthcare facilities.
What sustainable design practices do you implement?
We incorporate passive solar design, energy-efficient systems, and environmentally friendly materials to create LEED-compliant buildings that reduce environmental impact.
