Last updated on May 30th, 2024 at 04:22 pm
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[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Tampa is located on the west coast of Florida, known for its warm weather, beautiful beaches, and bustling business community. It is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States. With a strong demand for office, retail, and industrial spaces, Tampa offers a favorable commercial property investment and development environment. The city’s pro-business policies, affordable real estate prices, and favorable tax structure make it an ideal place for entrepreneurs, investors, and developers looking to tap into the thriving business ecosystem of the Tampa Bay area. Here are the area’s eight best commercial architects.
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Halflants + Pichette
715 N. Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602
Halflants + Pichette is a modern design-build studio dedicated to creating thoughtful, high-quality modern architecture that responds to context and function. The company takes a collaborative and process-oriented approach to modern architecture, avoiding preconceived solutions. With offices in Sarasota and Tampa, the studio provides a range of services that includes architectural design, interior design, master planning, and full construction services.
The studio has won numerous awards for its exceptional work, including the Merit Award and Honor Award from AIA Tampa Bay, the Design Award from AIA Gulf Coast, and the Award of Excellence from the American Institute of Architects Florida/Caribbean.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Michael Halflants, the studio’s principal, is a full professor at the University of South Florida and is affiliated with the FAIA. In 2018, he was recognized with the Florida Medal of Honor for Design, the highest honor that the American Institute of Architects can bestow upon an architect in Florida.
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FleischmanGarciaMaslowski Architecture
324 Hyde Park Ave, Suite 300, Tampa, FL 33606
FleischmanGarciaMaslowski Architecture Planning and Interiors, established in 1972, has earned an outstanding reputation for delivering top-quality architecture, planning, and interior design services over the past five decades. The company is committed to constructing spaces where people can live, learn, work, heal, worship, and play. With offices in Safety Harbor and Sarasota, Florida, it employs a staff of 32 skilled individuals, including eight registered architects, three LEED Accredited Professionals, and four licensed designers. It has won numerous awards for its exceptional work, including the 2022 Honorable Mentions Sustainability Award from AIA Tampa Bay for the Hanna Avenue Municipal City Center. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Sol J. Fleischman, Jr. serves as the Chairman and CEO of the firm. With over 45 years of experience in architectural design and planning, Sol provides broad design direction and works closely with many of the company’s clients.
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Hepner Architects
601 South Blvd, Suite 101, Tampa, FL 33606
Hepner Architects is an architectural firm that has been creating innovative and inspiring designs for over 25 years. Established in 1995, it focuses on designing top-quality architectural spaces and interiors that meet each client’s unique needs. The company prides itself on building long-lasting client relationships, as its primary goal is to create personalized solutions that stand the test of time. Hepner Architects has received industry recognition for its exceptional work, including the People’s Choice award for the Suncoast Credit Union Administrative Office Building from AIA Tampa Bay in 2019.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The firm’s founding partner and managing principal, Peter Hepner, AIA, is the design director and leads the team of talented architects and designers. He was recognized for his contributions to the field with the AIA Tampa Bay Medal of Honor in 2000.
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SOL Design Studio
1718 East 7th Ave Suite 301, Tampa, FL 33605
SOL Design Studio is an experienced firm specializing in interior design, sustainable new architecture, and urban planning. It collaborates closely with clients, leading the way through design milestones to achieve an original and efficient building that meets the client’s needs. SOL Design Studio’s passion for design, problem-solving abilities, and dedication to exceeding clients’ goals make it a sought-after partner in architecture projects. In recognition of its commitment to excellence in architecture, SOL Design Studio has received numerous awards, including the 2017 Honor Award and Firm Award from AIA Tampa Bay.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Founder and managing principal Carlos Molnar is a registered architect in five states and has received recognition for his work, including the 2016 Levison Award from AIA Tampa Bay and the 2022 AIA Florida Citizen Architect Award. Carlos works with co-principals Solimar Molnar and Peter Hauerstein in leading the firm. Solimar has over 20 years of interior design experience in national and regional firms, while Hauerstein is an award-winning architect. Hauerstein has received multiple design awards like the 2022 AIA Florida Citizen Architect Award, the 2022 Levison Award from AIA Tampa Bay, and the 2021 Tampa Downtown Partnership Urban Excellence Award Nominee Activating Spaces Award for Sparkman Wharf. SOL Design Studio is a multicultural, talented team of designers committed to design excellence for its clients.
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Traction Architecture
2710 N Dundee St, Tampa, FL 33629
Traction Architecture is a Tampa-based architectural and interior design firm led by partners Jody Beck and Ross-Alan Tisdale. With a focus on design-focused projects at various scales, the firm specializes in creative problem-solving to create unique spaces. Its portfolio includes residential renovations and additions, custom homes, public art installations, institutional buildings, and campus plans. The company is also known for its commitment to civic engagement and community impact. Traction Architecture has received numerous awards, including the 2021 Honor Award for Firm Award from AIA Tampa Bay.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Jody Beck, the founder of Traction Architecture, is a certified building contractor with a deep understanding of the construction process. Ross-Alan Tisdale, who joined the firm in 2012, holds architecture licenses in Florida and Georgia and has been recognized with the Eduardo Garcia Award from the Tampa Bay Chapter of AIA.
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Rowe Architects
100 East Madison St, Suite 200, Tampa, FL 33602
Rowe Architects Incorporated is a highly regarded architectural design firm based in Tampa, Florida. Founded in 1965 by the late H. Dean Rowe, FAIA, the firm has a distinguished history of providing top-notch professional architectural services for various projects, including educational, institutional, commercial, multi-use and historic preservation throughout Florida. The firm offers a full range of architectural services, from master planning to building analysis and LEED certification. Rowe Architects is a member of the American Institute of Architects and the National and Florida Trusts for Historic Preservation. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Rick Rowe is the firm’s Design Director and Business Development Director and has been a principal of Rowe Architects since 1990. He studied architecture at the University of Florida and continued at Yale’s School of Architecture.
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ASD|SKY
1240 East 5th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
ASD|SKY is a multidisciplinary design firm founded in 1963 that specializes in providing interiors and architectural, landscape, and graphic design services to a diverse range of clients, including corporate, financial, hospitality, retail, medical, and institutional clients. The company is committed to delivering integrated and contextual design solutions that meet the specific needs of its clients. The company has won several awards over the years, including the 2022 Merit Award for IDEA Victory Vinik Campus and the 2021 Merit Award for J.C. Newman Cigar Factory Renovation, both from AIA Tampa Bay. It has also been featured in various publications such as Restaurant Design and Tampa Bay Business Journal.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]John Curran is the Principal and Vice President of ASD|SKY. He earned his Bachelor of Architecture and Master of Urban Design from The City College of New York. He has nearly thirty years of experience in the design industry and is a registered architect in Florida and New York.
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AiC Architecture
1907 East 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
AiC Architecture is a well-established, multidisciplinary architectural firm that provides comprehensive design services for commercial interior design. Founded in 1990, AiC Architecture has consistently been recognized as one of the Tampa Bay Area’s top architectural and interior design firms. The company’s commitment to quality design has earned it numerous awards, including the 2017 Merit Award from AIA Tampa Bay for the CWU Professional Support Services Headquarters.
In addition to its impressive portfolio of work, AiC Architecture’s team members hold accreditations from respected organizations such as AIA, NCIDQ, and LEED AP. The company’s dedication to excellence is also reflected in publications, including features in the Tampa Bay Business Journal and the University of Florida Alumni Association magazine.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Mike M. Puckett, the Managing Partner and President of AiC Architecture, is a University of Florida alumnus.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”primary” el_class=”blog_sidebar_sticky_menu”][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]
