Engineered Design Systems

Our team has in-depth expertise in:

  • modular, prefabricated, and geodesic dome construction

  • mass timber (CLT)

  • passive house and high-performance design, and

  • parametric modeling.

This engagement with the forefront of the science of building becomes expertise that we can call on as part of our design tool-kit.

Modular Design

Brett Holverstott | Christian Gladu Design

CASE STUDY

Architectural Design | Modular Design | Site Planning | Construction Supervision

Located in Denver, Colorado, the Still Museum is one of the foremost single-artist institutions in the world. The building is a 27,500 sq ft collection of galleries, conservation spaces, and archives.

Securing the commission and developing the concept required extensive research into the life and philosophy of the artist, the cities and landscapes in which Still lived, and their influence on his body of work. These insights were folded into the design process and shared with the clients through presentation books, concept models, and other visualizations required for the international design competition.

Upon completion, new work was undertaken to document the building, its material expression, and synthesis of space, light, and art that make the viewing experience extraordinary. These were compiled into a book of images and essays.

Occidental Fine Arts Center

Brett Holverstott | Laurel Wilson

exhibition planner

Strategic Advising | Programming | Architectural Design | Interior Design | Curation | Architectural Ornamentation

Located in Seattle, Washington in the Pioneer Square historic and gallery district, the Occidental Fine Art Center offers a 4,000 sq.ft. gallery featuring fine art realism. The building was acquired by an art philanthropist after the historic building was damaged by fire. Our team renovated the gallery leveraging our experience as gallerists and curators. We focused on providing open spaces, concealing mechanical equipment, and restoring the historical character of the building. Our team has also been asked to curate exhibitions that call upon our expertise in this genre.