ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

Lundholm Architects distinguishes itself in its approach to design by a conscientious focus on achievement of the client’s objectives in the project. We seek a balanced synthesis of the functional, the intellectual, the aesthetic, and the pragmatic aspects of architecture. We pursue a high order of architectural possibility but take seriously the budget, schedule, and process constraints inherent in most projects. We pay attention to sound engineering, building science, and sustainability.

Our work attempts to avoid stylistic trends and seeks instead qualities which are timeless and universal. We believe in sensitivity to place and context. We believe - as articulated by Louis Kahn - that in each design problem there is an essential nature which must express itself in form. We try to make that interpretation intellectually accessible to the buildings’ users; we do not design for the approbation of the architectural profession.

We accept only commissions in which we can share the client’s values and aspirations. Most of our work has been with museums, galleries, libraries, and archives. We respect the work of these institutions and we think that this respect leads to an inclusive and healthy design process.