Business Details
41 Years
experience
Trusted Architects in San Antonio Since 1985
Guajardo & Associates & Associates, established in 1985, brings over four decades of architectural expertise to commercial and residential projects across the United States. Our firm prioritizes client-centric solutions, ensuring every projectregardless of scalereceives meticulous attention without excessive fees. As a full-service architectural and interior design firm, we integrate visualization and real estate development insights to deliver tailored designs. Our collaborative approach begins with understanding client needs, followed by creating customized architectural solutions. With a reputation built on referrals from satisfied clients, we specialize in tenant improvements, new construction, and specialized facilities like medical clinics and auto dealerships.Our founder, Robert Guajardo & Associates, holds advanced degrees from Texas A&M University and is a registered architect in Texas and Colorado, as well as a registered interior designer in Texas. His leadership on the Texas Advisory Committee on Personal Care Facilities underscores our commitment to industry excellence. We offer three-day permitting services in San Antonio and maintain a focus on code compliance and efficient project execution. Our team collaborates with structural and MEP engineers to ensure comprehensive project delivery. With a legacy of trust and expertise, we continue to serve diverse sectors, including retail, healthcare, corporate, and religious institutions.
Services
Auto Dealership Design
Medical Clinic Design
Tenant Improvements
Landlord Improvements
New Construction
Code Compliance
Three-Day Permitting
Interior Finish-Out
Commercial Redevelopment
Religious Facility Design
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of architectural expertise since 1985
- Full-service firm handling complex commercial and medical projects
- Registered architects and interior designers with advanced degrees
- Collaborative approach tailored to client-specific needs
- Three-day permitting services in San Antonio
Associations and certifications
- Registered Architect in Texas
- Registered Architect in Colorado
- Registered Interior Designer in Texas
Services
Auto Dealership Design
Specialized architectural solutions for automotive retail spaces, including showroom layouts, service bays, and customer lounges. Our designs optimize workflow efficiency while meeting zoning and safety regulations. We collaborate with clients to create branded environments that enhance customer experience.
Medical Clinic Design
Code-compliant medical office and clinic designs tailored to specialized healthcare needs. Our team ensures ADA accessibility, infection control protocols, and efficient patient flow. We navigate DSHS regulations to deliver functional spaces for practices ranging from dialysis centers to physical therapy clinics.
Tenant Improvements
Comprehensive TI services for commercial spaces including retail, offices, and restaurants. We manage permitting, space planning, and construction documentation to transform raw spaces into operational environments. Our three-day San Antonio permitting expedites project timelines.
Landlord Improvements
Pre-lease modifications to commercial spaces including demising walls, HVAC systems, and ADA-compliant restrooms. We deliver vanilla shell configurations ready for tenant-specific build-outs while ensuring all structural and safety codes are met during the landlord improvement phase.
Three-Day Permitting
Expedited permitting services specifically for San Antonio commercial projects. Our local expertise accelerates approvals for tenant improvements and renovations, reducing delays through proactive coordination with municipal authorities to achieve code-compliant, timely project launches.
People
Robert G. Guajardo & Associates
Founding Partner / Owner
Architect and owner with Master of Architecture from Texas A&M University. Registered in Texas and Colorado, he specializes in commercial and medical facility design. Led firm since 1985, emphasizing client collaboration and code-compliant solutions.
Luis S. Faraklas
Structural Engineer
Licensed professional engineer providing structural expertise for commercial and institutional projects. Collaborates on complex building systems to ensure safety and code compliance across diverse architectural designs.
Questions
What architectural services does Guajardo & Associates offer?
We provide full-service architecture including auto dealership design, medical clinics, tenant improvements, landlord improvements, new construction, and code-compliant renovations across Texas and the U.S.
Do you specialize in specific building types?
Yes, we focus on commercial, healthcare, religious, and automotive retail facilities, with expertise in navigating Texas DSHS regulations and three-day permitting in San Antonio.
How long does the permitting process take?
Our three-day permitting service in San Antonio expedites approvals for commercial projects, though timelines may vary depending on jurisdictional requirements for other locations.
Are your architects licensed in multiple states?
Our lead architect is registered in Texas and Colorado, with Texas interior design certification, enabling multi-state project capabilities while maintaining local code compliance.
Can you handle both design and construction documentation?
Yes, we provide end-to-end services from conceptual design through construction documentation, working with structural and MEP engineers to deliver complete project packages.
