180 Degrees Design + Build

Last night, celebrated its 2025–2026 Arts Heroes at the in Scottsdale.

We are proud to share that 180 Degrees firm principal, James Trahan AIA, was among the honorees.

Thank you to ON Media for this recognition, and congratulations to all of the local leaders dedicated to supporting the Arizona arts community.

Kelly Hatch joins our studio as Creative Director of Interior Architecture.

As a design-build practice, our work is realized through collective making—through the close exchange between design, material, fabrication, and construction. As we continue to expand our capacity at the tactile scale, Kelly brings greater depth and range to our approach to conceiving and building interior space.

Her work is grounded in the cultivation of intimate, atmospheric moments within the built and natural environment, where light, material, and time shape how space is felt and lived. Her presence brings greater depth, clarity, and continuity to the spaces we make.

We are excited to announce that 180 Degrees firm partner, John Anderson AIA, will be taking the stage at Zak World of Façades in Phoenix on May 14th!

John will be diving into the intersection of heritage and innovation, specifically focusing on the restoration work at . We hope to see you there!

Learn more: facades.us.com/phx

It was an honor to have our Director of Sustainability, Kyle Fiano, AIA, take the stage at the Committee on the Environment (COTE) 9th Annual 1.5°C Symposium on Climate Change.

Held at Loyola Marymount University, this year’s symposium challenged us to look at the climate crisis through a lens of tangible action. Kyle’s presentation, “Resourceful Architecture: A Design-Build Practice of Material Stewardship,” explored the critical intersection of high design and low impact construction.

Sharing our process on such a significant stage was a privilege. It highlighted how we look for sustainable opportunities through repurposing, rethinking, and refining our design-build lifecycle.

A huge thank you to AIA Los Angeles (COTE) for hosting such an impactful dialogue.

Photography by: Ling Luo

SustainableDesign

The driver for the design of this residence in Durango, CO is to be fully immersed in a stunning 80-acre site crossed by a river, a creek, an incredible diversity of fauna and flora. The living spaces are thought as nature observatories, focused on close views to the stunning aspen grove and down towards the river and the natural ponds created by an active beaver family.

The Role:
We’re looking for a seasoned Project Superintendent to join our team. At 180 Degrees, we bridge the gap between world-class design and precision construction.

The Mission:
We need a leader who understands the complexity of high-end architectural delivery. This role requires more than operational oversight – it demands a master-builder’s eye for detail and uncompromising ex*****on.

Apply:
Please submit inquiries and resumes to [email protected]

180 Degrees Architect and Sustainability Director, Kyle Fiano, AIA, has been selected to present at the 9th annual 1.5°C Symposium on Climate Change.

Hosted by the AIA Los Angeles Committee on the Environment (COTE), this event brings together industry leaders to discuss practical, net-zero strategies and climate-positive outcomes for our communities.

Join Kyle and other experts as they dive into the role of architecture in the climate crisis.

🗓️ When: Friday, April 17th, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
🎟️ Tickets: Visit aialosangeles.org

NetZero

In 2001, we set out with a clear vision: to create an architect-led design-build firm that could truly act as the architect’s builder. We wanted to bridge the gap between a client’s vision and the technical rigor required to bring complex, sincere architecture to life.

But as we look back on two and a half decades of work, the projects only tell half the story. The real secret to our success? The people. At 180 Degrees, great work is a byproduct of a team unified by our Four Pillars: Restraint, Rigor, Patience, and Craftsmanship. This alignment is the foundation of our architect-led design-build approach. From our project managers to our architects, to our fabrication specialists at The Guild, the faces you see in this post are some of the hands and minds that make our process special.

Many of our team members have been with us for over a decade, honing their craft and ensuring that every detail—no matter how small—is executed with intent.

Thank you to our clients, our collaborators, and especially our incredible team for 25 years of design-build. Here’s to the next 25.