Identity Architects

Creating a successful design with an upfront urban feel requires careful attention to architectural articulation.

At the Shops at Stanford, our designer explains how incorporating the smallest indentations and material differences breaks up the storefront to avoid long, blank walls.

By utilizing dark metal paneling and distinct shadow lines, we created unique visual elements and depth that naturally draw the eye.

"Every step of the way, there was a new problem to solve. As architects, that's what we do."

From navigating the reality of an unavoidable floodplain to our Architect-Led Design Build team managing construction under one roof, this project is a testament to the power of collaboration.

When our integrated team solves problems together from start to finish, the process is smoother and the final product speaks for itself.

Merging several independent medical specialties into one shared space is a massive puzzle.

In our latest Architect Roundtable, our team sits down to discuss the strategy behind the UT Physicians Pediatric Multispecialty Clinic. They dive into coordinating multiple distinct clinical groups who are used to operating independently, designing a space that appeals to both children and adults without feeling cliché, and the strategic decision to fully build out expansion spaces upfront to avoid disruptive future construction.

In this walkthrough, we explore the 23,000-square-foot UT Physicians Pediatric Multispecialty Clinic we delivered. By utilizing strategic space planning, like placing the nurses' stations on the perimeter for natural light, we maximized the efficiency of the entire floor plan.

The result? A highly functional space that is enjoyable for both patients and staff.

A healing environment doesn't have to feel sterile.

Take a quick look inside the new UT Physicians Pediatric Multispecialty Clinic in Katy. From the open ceilings with curved spiral ductwork to the bright, light-filled corridors, every inch of this facility was intentionally designed to create a soothing, welcoming experience for patients, parents, and medical staff alike.

How do you add a 4-story expansion to a building located in both a historic district AND a designated floodplain?

Step inside the Abraham Watkins building with our team and find out. From matching the feel of neighboring structures to strategically disguising a parking garage, they walk through the unique challenges they had to solve in this ongoing project.