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Construction Administration involves layers of management, as construction remains one part science and one part art. The skilled craftsman on the construction site must interpret our construction documents to physically create something which has never before existed. We act as the eyes and ears of the client, helping translate our design from the drawings and scrutinizing the work as it is put in place.

Jason Puestow, AIA

Many people may be surprised to learn there is a large amount of construction-related architectural reviews and coordination that happens away from the construction site.

Commercial interior design is nuanced. We listen to our clients, and immerse ourselves into their environment so that we can understand how our work may impact their success. We evaluate many design alternatives to find the right answers. This includes a wide range of analysis including principles of sustainability and wellness, functional issues, durability and cleaning, and how the final design reinforces client image and messaging. I enjoy our work, and I enjoy learning how best to serve each o client!

At PRA, the architectural design process extends far beyond the typical process used by other architects. We embed ourselves in the client environment and intimately learn their business like it was our own. We listen to stories so that we may design space that propels their organization forward while inspiring staff and visitors. We strive to provide individualized services that innovate client processes and improve outcomes. As a result, we deliver excellence that propels our clients and the communities they serve to succeed.

Pre-Project Planning, commonly called “Pre-Design,” is the traditional architectural phase during which the project size and cost are set. Our immersive design techniques are important contributors to that process, allowing us to dial in a master plan or design based on institutional needs and goals. But we prefer to start even earlier, to partner with clients to determine if they should even be considering a project at all. During Pre-Project Planning we can evaluate operational issues,