Business Details
44 Years
experience
Fong & Chan Architects: Designing Spaces for Tomorrow
Fong & Chan Architects is a client-focused architectural firm with over four decades of experience in designing spaces that enhance human potential and community well-being. Founded in 1982, we specialize in architecture, interior design, and planning, emphasizing collaboration, sustainability, and client values. Our work spans healthcare, education, senior living, and cultural projects, reflecting a commitment to innovation and excellence.We prioritize inclusive design, leveraging Building Information Modeling (BIM) and interdisciplinary teamwork to deliver solutions that balance aesthetics, functionality, and environmental responsibility. Recognized for LEED-certified projects and partnerships with global firms, we remain dedicated to advancing architectural practice through mentorship, research, and community engagement.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Planning
Sustainability
Specialty Consultation
Healthcare Facilities
Laboratory Design
Senior Living Spaces
Museum Planning
Educational Buildings
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in client-focused architectural design.
- Our team holds LEED-certified professionals committed to sustainability.
- We specialize in complex healthcare and institutional projects.
- Our collaborative process integrates interdisciplinary expertise.
- We prioritize inclusive design and community-driven solutions.
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
What people say
Highest qualities of an architect
Model for the profession
Innovative solutions
Community-driven focus
LEED-certified excellence
Services
Architecture
We create functional, aesthetic spaces tailored to client needs, blending innovation with environmental responsibility. Our expertise spans healthcare, education, and cultural projects, ensuring designs enhance community well-being. With BIM technology and collaborative workflows, we deliver solutions that balance operational efficiency and lasting value.
Interior Design
Our interiors foster creativity, recovery, and productivity across hospitals, labs, and commercial offices. We prioritize material sustainability and user experience, crafting environments that align with evolving spatial needs. Projects range from rehabilitation centers to fine dining spaces, emphasizing adaptability and impact.
Sustainability
We integrate energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials to minimize environmental impact. Certified LEED professionals lead initiatives like the seismically-isolated Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, demonstrating our commitment to cost-effective, sustainable solutions that benefit clients and the planet.
Specialty Consultation
Our consultants address life safety, accessibility, and regulatory compliance while optimizing project efficiency. Services include feasibility studies, seismic solutions, and code analysis, ensuring designs meet current standards and future demands through collaborative problem-solving.
Planning
We develop frameworks for healthcare, research, and institutional facilities, anticipating future needs while improving existing spaces. Our planners balance budget, schedule, and functionality to create adaptable environments that support long-term institutional goals and community growth.
People
David Fong
Founding Partner
David Fong co-founded Fong & Chan Architects in 1982 with a vision to elevate architectural practice through client service and community impact. He led the firm's first major project at San Francisco International Airport, establishing a legacy of innovation and collaboration.
Chiu Lin Tse-Chan
Founding Partner
Chiu Lin Tse-Chan, alongside David Fong, established Fong & Chan Architects in 1982. Her leadership emphasizes inclusive design and interdisciplinary teamwork, driving the firm's success in healthcare and institutional projects across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Questions
What services does Fong & Chan Architects offer?
We provide architecture, interior design, planning, sustainability consulting, and specialty services for healthcare, education, and institutional projects.
How does the firm approach sustainability?
We integrate LEED-certified practices, energy-efficient systems, and eco-friendly materials to minimize environmental impact while meeting client needs.
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on healthcare, education, senior living, museums, laboratories, and commercial spaces with tailored design solutions.
Do you collaborate with other firms?
Yes, we partner with global architectural firms and consultants to deliver complex, multidisciplinary projects using BIM technology.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Fong & Chan Architects has served clients since 1982, with a 40-year legacy of innovation and excellence.
