Business Details
Trusted Architectural Design Services in Erie, CO
With over two decades of experience in architectural design and project management, SCD Architecture specializes in delivering tailored solutions for both commercial and residential clients. Our approach prioritizes early collaboration to define clear design goals, refine project scopes, and establish efficient processes. We serve business owners seeking new construction or brick-and-mortar transitions, as well as homeowners pursuing renovations or new builds. Our expertise in code analysis, jurisdictional coordination, and construction-phase services ensures compliance and functionality.Clients consistently praise our responsiveness, adaptability, and ability to transform visions into functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. As a referral-based practice, we emphasize open communication, relationship-building, and ego-free collaboration with clients and construction teams. Our portfolio spans commercial offices, retail spaces, multi-family housing, and single-family residences, reflecting our versatility and commitment to successful project outcomes.
Services
Feasibility Studies
Code Review
New Construction
Tenant Improvement
Additions
Renovations
Schematic Design
Permit Drawings
Construction Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of architectural experience in commercial and residential design.
- Our team specializes in code analysis and jurisdictional compliance expertise.
- We provide full-service project management from concept to construction completion.
- Our clients benefit from proven collaboration with construction teams and inspectors.
- Our repeat clients demonstrate consistent satisfaction with tailored design solutions.
What people say
Professional and diligent
Responsive and accessible
Creative and experienced
Successful project outcomes
Strong client focus
Services
Feasibility Studies
We conduct comprehensive feasibility studies to evaluate project viability, considering zoning regulations, budget constraints, and design potential. Our analysis identifies opportunities and challenges early in the process, ensuring informed decision-making for commercial and residential developments across Erie and the Front Range region.
Code Review
Our code review services ensure all projects meet local building codes and accessibility standards. With deep expertise in Colorado regulations, we identify compliance requirements for new construction, renovations, and tenant improvements, minimizing delays during permitting and construction phases for both commercial and residential clients.
New Construction
We specialize in new construction projects from concept to completion. Our services cover schematic design, permit documentation, and construction oversight for commercial offices, retail spaces, and single-family residences. Clients benefit from our proven ability to translate visions into functional, code-compliant buildings that meet their specific needs.
Tenant Improvement
Our tenant improvement services focus on optimizing existing commercial spaces for new occupants. We manage code compliance, space planning, and construction documentation for office build-outs, retail renovations, and specialized facilities like veterinary clinics and fitness centers throughout the Front Range area.
Construction Services
We provide comprehensive construction-phase services including site visits, contractor coordination, and quality control. Our hands-on approach ensures designs are implemented accurately for both residential renovations and commercial projects, maintaining alignment with original plans while addressing field challenges efficiently.
People
Shannon Dodge
Architect
Shannon Dodge is a licensed architect with 20+ years of experience in commercial and residential design. She specializes in code compliance, project management, and client collaboration, delivering tailored solutions that balance creativity with functionality across diverse project types in the Erie area.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide feasibility studies, code reviews, new construction design, tenant improvements, additions, renovations, schematic design, permit drawings, and construction-phase services for commercial and residential projects.
What project types do you specialize in?
Our expertise includes commercial offices, retail spaces, multi-family housing, single-family residences, educational facilities, restaurants, and specialized buildings like veterinary clinics and auto showrooms.
How do you ensure code compliance?
We conduct thorough code reviews during design phases and maintain ongoing communication with local jurisdictions to ensure all projects meet current building codes and accessibility standards.
What is your design process?
Our process begins with understanding client goals, followed by schematic design, development of construction documents, permitting, and construction oversight to ensure successful project delivery.
Do you work with residential clients?
Yes, we handle residential projects including new home construction, major renovations, additions, and custom design solutions tailored to homeowners' specific needs and lifestyles.
