Architecture

• AJ-A provides full architectural design, construction administration, planning and zoning analysis, as well as interior design services.

• We prefer to be involved as early as possible to assist our clients in site selection, feasibility, and due diligence analysis. We also develop master plans for multi-phased projects.

Projects

• Single Family Residential. We specialize in large renovations and ground up custom homes

• Commercial Tenant Improvements. Our focus is on custom design for offices, medical/wellness offices, and retail environments

• Institutional. Our focus is on mission based organizations where architecture can enhance and optimize their goals

Range

• We work on projects throughout the United States. Our focus areas :

• San Francisco Bay Area

• Sonoma and Napa

• Ski and Mountain Homes

• Southern California

Process

• Pre-Design: Projects begin with a thorough analysis of the site and client research. This information is assembled in a program document detailing the project requirements.

• Schematic Design: Through iteration and diagrams this phase provides clarity on the scale and systems of the project. Clarification on the needs of engineers and other consultants occurs in this phase.

• Design Development: The further development of the design into an articulated architectural idea that further resolves massing, plan layouts, building systems, and code requirements.

• Construction Documents: The documents that serve as the basis for the contract between the Architect, Owner, and the Contractor. They comprise the plans and essential details for the construction of the project.

• Construction Administration: This is the construction phase of the project. AJ-A is active with on-site meetings, responses to questions by the Contractor, and ensuring that the construction work is in accordance with the Construction Documents.

• Post Occupation: AJ-A works with the Client after the project is complete to assess any future changes or needs as the building matures.