https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/recreational?format=rss&page=3&category_id=17 AIA North Carolina Firm Listing en Liquid Design is a sustainability focused, award winning “total package” design firm located in Charlotte, North Carolina specializing in; Building Design, Masterplanning, Interior Design & Project Management.  Established in 2000, Liquid Design prioritizes relationships and engages throughout the design process to create meaningful spaces for their clients and the end users. We are regarded in the design community for our innovative design solutions and wide and extensive body of work. Our high-quality designs have broad appeal in recreational, corporate, retail, mixed- use, educational, as well as multi-family and unique custom single family residential. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/Modern-Architecture 71f6278d140af599e06ad9bf1ba03cb0 Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:06:01 +0000 Commercial Little is a national transdisciplinary design firm recognized for crafting exceptional solutions that elevate client performance in the community, retail, workplace and healthcare industries. With more than 440 professionals across the U.S., the firm combines expertise in traditional architectural services (architecture, engineering, interior architecture) with proficiency in additional architectural consulting services (planning, sustainability, site design, brand consulting, digital visualization and smart building technologies). Through innovative design and collaborative partnerships, we are committed to building a better, more sustainable future. Visit littleonline.com. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/little-diversified-architectural-consulting b7ee6f5f9aa5cd17ca1aea43ce848496 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:38 +0000 Commercial The services of Louis Cherry Architecture include architecture, interior design, furniture design and graphic design. We are rooted in the values and ethos of modern design, understanding that buildings are always part of a larger context and exist within an ecosystem. We are committed to the craft of building and creating environments that support health and well being.  https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/louis-cherry-architecture d6723e7cd6735df68d1ce4c704c29a04 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:51 +0000 Hospitality: Restaurant Established in 1963, LS3P is a multidisciplinary firm offering architecture, interiors, and planning services to a wide variety of clients nationwide. Central to all regions of the Southeast with offices in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, Asheville, Charlotte, Greensboro, Raleigh, Wilmington, Atlanta, Savannah, and Jacksonville, LS3P is committed to bringing state-of-the-art design, technology, and expertise of a strong regional firm closer to our clients on a local level.With a staff of over 500 employees, we have the resources to offer total design capabilities from site selection to occupancy, yet we are small enough to give personal attention to each client. Our practice leaders serve a broad array of markets including aviation, commercial, faith, government, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, industrial, K-12 education and living. The firm’s extensive design portfolio also includes specialized expertise in civic, parks and recreation, and other projects.The founder of DesignIntelligence has called LS3P “the most local of the global firms and the most ‘world-class’ of the locals.” LS3P brings a history of more than 60 years of design excellence, with over 650 design awards across diverse practice areas. With a mission to “engage, design, and transform,” we are deeply committed to the communities we serve. We believe in collaboration, innovation, and building lasting relationships with our clients. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/ls3p eaae339c4d89fc102edd9dbdb6a28915 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:34 +0000 Commercial places for peopleFounded in March 2021, Mark Loudermilk Architecture’s mission is to create beautiful, functional, and safe places that engage our community. We operate with creativity and compassion for our clients, consultants, and team, delivering high quality services through open communication and rigorous project management. We extensively consider usability, convenience, comfort, and cost in every step of development, and we take a hands-on approach to design that gives stakeholders a sense of ownership in the process. We take a highly personalized approach to every project, ensuring direct involvement from key team members. This allows us to be responsive, adaptable, and fully committed to delivering exceptional results. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/mark-loudermilk-architecture 25df35de87aa441b88f22a6c2a830a17 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:57 +0000 Medical We design food stories!Matthew Konar Architect is an architecture firm that passionately supports the local food, craft beverage and small business renaissance in Durham, Raleigh, and the surrounding agricultural areas in North Carolina.Our philosophy is to use architecture to enhance the atmosphere of each individual space by fusing the vernacular of the region and history of a existing building with character, materials and personal touches in order to create sustainable, well-constructed spaces, experiences and stories.Eat well, drink well and live well every day! https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/matthew-konar-architect 043c3d7e489c69b48737cc0c92d0f3a2 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:45 +0000 Commercial McMillan Pazdan Smith is a regional, practice-based architecture, planning, and interior design firm. Our purpose is to create meaningful and lasting impact for the good of all. We work to design a better future through thoughtful, creative, and purpose-driven solutions.We are in service to each other, our clients, and our communities. Serving with integrity has always been at the heart of who we are and what we design. Many projects stem from repeat clients, a testament to our focus on design excellence and service to manage your unique needs. We value a relationship-based business model, and our studios and project teams work with you to develop a mutually beneficial, respectful client relationship built on trust. We are better together! https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/mcmillan-pazdan-smith 470e7a4f017a5476afb7eeb3f8b96f9b Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:38 +0000 Healthcare Meadows Architecture is a sustainable residential architecture firm focused on delivering an exceptional design experience for homeowners and developers. Our work is detail-driven, collaborative, and grounded in a thoughtful, process-oriented approach from concept through construction.We work closely with a trusted network of high-quality local builders and consultants to create a seamless transition from design to construction, helping projects stay aligned with budget, timeline, and design intent. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/meadowsarch 28e209b61a52482a0ae1cb9f5959c792 Thu, 28 May 2026 17:23:33 +0000 Residential https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/merrick-brent-fredman-architect-aia 0ce2ffd21fc958d9ef0ee9ba5336e357 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 21:01:26 +0000 Commercial We are an award-winning design practice with extensive experience delivering master planning, programming, and architectural design services across a wide range of markets, including higher education, workplace, performing arts, healthcare, multifamily residential, civic, hospitality, and mixed-use environments. Through decades of collaboration with clients nationwide, we have developed an integrated approach that combines strategic thinking, technical expertise, and design innovation to create sustainable, high-performing environments that support organizational goals, enrich user experiences, and strengthen communities.Guided by our vision of "people first, creating places that influence, motivate, inspire + uplift," we approach every project as a collaboration between client and designer. Our work is grounded in inclusivity, rigor, authenticity, innovation, and balance, which inform our process and the quality of the environments we design. We are committed to maintaining integrity, fostering strong relationships, delivering consistent design excellence, and serving as trusted partners who are responsive, accessible, and dedicated to exceeding client expectations.Our North Carolina office is based in Raleigh and includes a team with long-standing ties to the region and a deep understanding of the state's unique economic, cultural, and built environments. The team brings experience supporting a diverse range of public- and private-sector clients, along with an understanding of regional context and project delivery within North Carolina.Combined with the resources and expertise of our nationally recognized practice, our North Carolina office offers clients the best of both worlds: the attentiveness and insight of a local team supported by the depth of experience, technical knowledge, and innovation of a larger firm. This balance enables us to deliver thoughtful, context-driven solutions that respond to the unique goals, culture, and identity of each client while supporting long-term success and growth. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/method-studio-inc 9cb67ffb59554ab1dabb65bcb370ddd9 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:39:34 +0000 Education: Higher Ed Since 1996, Neighboring Concepts has been a catalyst for community-centered design. Our practice is built on a foundation of active listening, meaningful engagement, and a deep commitment to the people and places we serve. We don’t just design buildings—we create solutions that reflect the unique needs, values, and aspirations of each community.Our work spans a wide range of project types, including urban design, public transportation, recreation, affordable housing, education, healthcare, and civic infrastructure. With every project, we bring a balance of innovation, research, and real-world experience to deliver spaces that are functional, sustainable, and beautiful. Our goal is to build environments that promote equity, resilience, and a true sense of belonging.As a minority-owned firm and certified HUB, DBE, MBE, and SPSF business, we are passionate about supporting historically underserved communities. We see architecture as a powerful tool to enhance quality of life, connect people, and strengthen the social fabric. We design with intention—knowing that thoughtful spaces have the power to uplift individuals and neighborhoods alike.What sets us apart is our scale and our spirit. As a small firm with a big mission, we are personally invested in every project and community. We build lasting relationships with our clients and stakeholders, translating trust into tailored, impactful solutions. Our size allows us to be nimble and responsive, while our experience equips us to lead large, complex efforts with confidence and clarity.At Neighboring Concepts, we design to transform. We are proud to shape places that bring people together, reflect shared values, and inspire lasting change. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/neighboring-concepts-pllc 3b3dbaf68507998acd6a5a5254ab2d76 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:42 +0000 Commercial https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/oakley-collier-architects-pa 0a0a0c8aaa00ade50f74a3f0ca981ed7 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:55 +0000 Government/Institutional Perkins&Will aspires to create places where humanity thrives in harmony with nature. Driven by curiosity and research, we design a more beautiful, sustainable, and equitable world. By listening, imagining, creating, and uplifting, we deliver healthy, high-performance environments at every scale, thoughtfully bringing our clients’ visions to life while adding beauty and joy. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/perkins-will-charlotte-studio 3621f1454cacf995530ea53652ddf8fb Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:39 +0000 Education: Higher Ed Perkins&Will aspires to create places where humanity thrives in harmony with nature. Driven by curiosity and research, we design a more beautiful, sustainable, and equitable world. By listening, imagining, creating, and uplifting, we deliver healthy, high-performance environments at every scale, thoughtfully bringing our clients’ visions to life while adding beauty and joy. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/perkins-will-durham-studio 8d6dc35e506fc23349dd10ee68dabb64 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:45 +0000 Healthcare Progressive Companies is a multidisciplinary national design firm connecting people, places and communities through transformative spaces, structures, pathways, and environments. We believe innovation is more than leading with the best technologies and latest trends – it’s a creative process beginning with curiosity and diving deep into understanding your world. As problem-solvers, our team of designers, architects, consultants, engineers, and strategists enthusiastically work alongside you to envision a bold, new future.From modest beginnings of four original engineering partners in 1962, to over 350 employees serving clients across the nation today, Progressive Companies has always thrived on an entrepreneurial mindset. As an employee-owned business, individuals take personal accountability for representing the firm’s values of leadership, learning, trust, and diversity.Our talented workforce brings decades of expertise in all facets of architecture, engineering construction, and  planning – with a broad and deep portfolio representing 12 markets and projects in 49 states. Strategically located in Grand Rapids, MI; Detroit, MI; Asheville, NC; Charlotte, NC; Durham, NC; and Greenville, NC, our teams are poised to help you reach new heights from a strong foundation. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/progressive-companies df7f28ac89ca37bf1abd2f6c184fe1cf Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:39 +0000 Commercial RATIO Design connects people and place, shaping environments of purpose, beauty, and meaning. We design for impact with teams that are interdisciplinary, engaging, curious and deeply immersed in the subtleties that make each project unique.We design to cultivate connections.Knowing and caring about a place - its people, history, culture, and ecology - are fundamental to design. Our Studios skillfully see, listen, ask questions, and seek opportunities. As thoughtful interpreters, we design places that are in harmony with their regions and active in their vitality.We design informed by interdisciplinary wisdom. Shaping deeply relevant design solutions requires both specialized knowledge and expansive thought. We cultivate collaboration across all our disciplines and subject matter experts, avoiding blind spots and increasing possibilities.   We design in the open. Design is a collective experience. We practice a transparent process with our clients and communities where all perspectives are welcome, and everyone moves toward impactful, creative solutions together. We Design for Impact. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/ratio 31857b449c407203749ae32dd0e7d64a Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:50 +0000 Education: Higher Ed With over 20 years of architectural experience across the country, Ripple Design Group is a new firm with a simple goal...to foster Collaboration with an R&D Mindset and Authentic Communication, allowing even the smallest ideas to lead to the greatest impact!Licensed in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, Ripple Design Group holds a keen understanding of the balance between aesthetics and ROI when it comes to any pursuits. Whether it is a tree house or a tiny home, a high rise or a mega-development, focusing on Code, Cost, and Constructability within the Creative Process is a must for a project to be successful.From Housing, Retail, Mixed Use and Office to Theaters, Automotive and Churches, we are open to exploring all the possibilities!Being a unicorn native to the Charlotte area, Jeremy White (founder/lead architect) has a deep passion to grow in both Relationships and Design by serving the local community through Art, Architecture and philanthropic initiatives. Ripple Design Group contributes 10% of it's annual profits to prioritize the belief that any gift has the potential to create massive impacts for the good!Outside of Architecture, Jeremy has been a practicing artist, creator, maker, writer and storyteller his whole life, enriching his Design Process with constant innovative thought.Relationships are key. Jeremy and his wife, Faith, enjoy antiquing at local shops to adorn their 100-year old home. With 5 kids, life is always busy...seeing his oldest son's latest VR or welding creations, visiting his newly married son and his wife in Florida, hearing his other son's latest musical creations, cheering on his daughter as she performs in her latest ballet, or watching his 2 year old play with cars and dinosaurs in the floor. Outside of family, Jeremy is probably grabbing coffee somewhere, playing disc golf with his buds, or hanging with church friends...People and Relationships matter! https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/ripple-design-group 76cf99d3614e23eabab16fb27e944bf9 Fri, 08 May 2026 17:01:57 +0000 Multi-family Residential RND Architects, PA is a small firm that was founded in Durham, NC in 1987 and is home to a mix of thoughtful and talented individuals who enjoy solving complex challenges associated with renovation and adaptive reuse in healthcare, higher education, and public projects. We are an employee-friendly firm with a commitment to diversity and a healthy work-life balance. We share ideas and promote creativity. We learn new things every day and celebrate each other’s individual unique knowledge and talents.At RND Architects, we are excited by the potentials of renovation and adaptive re-use design. We have specialized in this project type for over three decades and our designers understand the unique challenges and opportunities associated with this approach. As the AIA’s call for architects to consider each design as “urgent” toward contributing less to human-caused climate change, we believe that building re-use is one of the most sustainable and strategic opportunities available to the architectural community.As a firm, we are committed to sustainability, both in our design approach and in the way we run our practice. We aim to reduce the environmental impact of our projects through responsible design choices, energy-efficient systems, and the use of sustainable materials. We believe in the power of design to improve the built-environment and the communities we serve. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/rnd-architects-pa da0d1111d2dc5d489242e60ebcbaf988 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:44 +0000 Education: Higher Ed Our studio is located in historic downtown Wilmington, and we have been providing comprehensive architectural services across Southeast North Carolina since 1981. Our firm has earned a strong reputation for excellent design, attentive service, and dedication to our clients and their projects. We take pride in developing compelling designs, detailing projects with technical skill, encouraging high quality construction on the job site, and strive for buildings that are a pleasure to live and work in. Through a collaborative approach to design, we apply the art and science of architecture to provide buildings of enduring value to our clients and the community. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/sawyer-sherwood-associate-architecture-pc c8ba76c279269b1c6bc8a07e38e78fa4 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:56 +0000 Commercial Experience, thoughtfulness, heart and care define our approach to fulfilling our clients’ mission. The firm moves forward building on the shared strengths of the partners. Brad Farlow is known by clients to be a resource for consensus building. He is a collaborator who helps groups find a common vision through the design and construction process delivering buildings that live into the vision of their clients. Alicia Kirwan’s tenacity for research and thoughtful approach to each project leads to the creation of simple beautiful design solutions for even the most complex, unique and intricate projects. Ben Skinner is known by owners to be a great steward of their resources ensuring the vision so artfully designed is expertly crafted and delivered.Skinner Farlow Kirwan Architecture has built a legacy of solid, innovative design and unmatched customer service. Our team of energetic, trustworthy architects, designers, and construction administrators works to fulfill our client’s vision and guides the entire team towards the most impactful use of resources. Our success is built upon the satisfaction of our clients. We are pleased to have developed and sustained many long term relationships with clients and professional associates. We look forward to the opportunity to grow new relationships through design. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/skinner-farlow-kirwan-architecture-pa f7f580e11d00a75814d2ded41fe8e8fe Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:53 +0000 Education: K-12 https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/small-kane-architects-pa 9a3d458322d70046f63dfd8b0153ece4 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:55 +0000 Recreational Smith Sinnett Architecture is a woman-owned, HUB-certified firm dedicated to improving life through thoughtful, innovative design. Since 1976, the firm has provided architecture and planning services for complex public and private sector projects across North Carolina. Recognized for its expertise in planning, programming, renovation, and sustainable design, Smith Sinnett creates spaces that inspire creativity, foster well-being, and reflect a commitment to excellence. The team brings a collaborative, client-focused approach to every project, delivering solutions that are both cost-effective and impactful. Smith Sinnett believes that well-designed environments have the power to elevate everyday experiences and strengthen communities. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/smith-sinnett-architecture fe709c654eac84d5239d1a12a4f71877 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:53 +0000 Education: K-12 Stewart-Cooper-Newell Architects, P.A. has been providing its clients with quality architectural design services since 1971. As a firm, our goal is to provide excellence in planning, design and construction administration, while satisfying our client’s budget and schedule. Since the founding of the firm, we have enjoyed steady growth in all of our studios and have had the opportunity to work on many different project types in numerous states, counties, and cities.Today, our multi-disciplined staff specializes in several areas, most notably Government and Public Safety Facilities, including 911 / EOC Communication Facilities, Fire / EMS Stations, Training Centers, Government Complexes, Law Enforcement Facilities, Detention Centers, and Court Facilities. Beyond architectural design, we offer our clients services in Master Planning, Space Needs Studies, Long Range Planning, Feasibility Studies, Interior Design and Renovation.In the past 55 years, we have consulted on the design of over 700 public facility projects throughout 27 states - including more than 50 public projects in North Carolina in the last five years alone. Stewart-Cooper-Newell Architects understands the requirements of designing public facilities and government facilities. Our specialized expertise helps cities and counties better the morale of their personnel, decrease insurance rates, and provide better facilities for their citizens. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/stewart-cooper-newell-architects 9232fe81225bcaef853ae32870a2b0fe Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:46 +0000 Public Safety We recognize that each project has its own specific characteristics and priorities. In our work we set forth clear ideas informed by research, inquiry, and experience to contribute meaningful, purpose-driven design to our communities.At our core, we are a collaborative studio devoted to elevated design. However, to be truly valuable, the work must be realized. As such, we are equally concerned with technical excellence and exceptional client service.Our studio is composed of skilled leadership and project management supported by enthusiastic and emerging talent. Collectively, we examine projects through multiple lenses, each design discipline enriching and informing the others. Through exploring a wide range of possible outcomes, we bring to light the most viable options and work together with our clients to identify the best path for each project.We find great personal and professional value working in our communities alongside our neighbors - a quality that is representative of our evolution. We understand that to be good neighbors we must generate good ideas and deliver them at the highest level of quality. https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/studio-310-pa a5e0ff62be0b08456fc7f1e88812af3d Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:52 +0000 Interior https://www.ncarchitectfirms.org/firm-listing/summit-design-and-engineering-services 0eec27c419d0fe24e53c90338cdc8bc6 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:05:52 +0000 Commercial