WHAT WE DO / DESIGN

ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN

At Ancon, we deliver more than buildings — we deliver confidence, partnership, and results. From the first sketches to final inspections (and beyond), our integrated design-build approach means you have a single team bringing your vision to life — on time and on budget.

In-House Design Team

Unlike traditional methods, our in-house architecture and construction teams work together from day one. Our architects understand building, and our builders understand architecture, operating as one cohesive team committed to delivering cutting-edge design and world-class buildings.

Client-Centric Collaboration

We partner with you to foster an environment that promotes inspiration and creativity. Our approach leverages your knowledge of your organization to deliver world-class design and functionality for you, not the company down the street.

Single Point of Responsibility

Our integrated team provides a single point of contact for your building project, making it easier for you to coordinate, convey concerns, and make adjustments. This streamlines communication and helps avoid collaboration issues that might increase costs.

INTEGRATED DESIGN-BUILD™ ADVANTAGE

This collaborative approach ensures a full understanding of project constraints and opportunities, leading to implementable, maintainable, and cost-effective designs. Early involvement of our engineering partners (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) aids in risk mitigation and provides crucial insights for system design and cost estimation.

Our Integrated Design-Build™ approach ensures faster delivery, cost savings, and better quality, keeping projects on budget. Owners frequently rank Design-Build satisfaction the highest among all building delivery methods.

Design Services

FEASIBILITY STUDIES

Providing a comprehensive assessment of the practicality and viability of a proposed project by evaluating factors like existing conditions, zoning requirements, or design and building constraints.

BUILDING ASSESSMENT

Providing a comprehensive assessment of the practicality and viability of a proposed project by evaluating factors like existing conditions, zoning requirements, or design and building constraints.

MASTER + SITE PLANNING

Planning for rezoning, building and parking locations, retention requirements, thinking about future growth, identifying short-term needs, and considering long-term growth and expansion.

PROGRAMMING

Exploring and implementing preliminary ideas, design gestures, and solutions in response to the initial project scope. A clear vision and expectations are established related to the overall project.

PROCESS FLOW PLANNING

Exploring and implementing preliminary ideas, design gestures, and solutions in response to the initial project scope. A clear vision and expectations are established related to the overall project.

SCHEMATIC | DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Exploring and implementing preliminary ideas, design gestures, and solutions in response to the initial project scope. A clear vision and expectations are established related to the overall project.

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

Assembling technical drawings and specifications for constructability. Integrating structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and other disciplines for a comprehensive drawing set.

Permitting + COMPLIANCE

Identifying and obtaining the required permits, approvals, and compliance protocol for local and state building codes and regulations.

VISUALIZATION + RENDERINGS

Seamlessly creating photorealistic imagery that simulates textures, materials, and lighting to accurately depict what the building will look like when complete

INTERIOR DESIGN

Creating mood boards, assembling material palettes, and selecting finishes such as flooring, cabinetry, colors, hardware, and lighting with the Owner.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Designing, modifying, and constructing accessible spaces that will be useable by people with disabilities or impairments. Ensuring compliance or readily achievable upgrades to remove barriers.

CONSTRUCTABILITY + RISK ANALYSIS

Creating thoughtful and purposeful design AND keeping cost effectiveness and budgets in mind. Assisting in site and building selection and identifying potential “red flags” dovetails our expertise of designing and building with your due diligence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers about Ancon Architecture + Design Services.

What advantages does Integrated Design-Build™ offer versus the traditional model?

The Integrated Design-Build™ delivery method offers many advantages over the traditional model. The first advantage is the speed to build. Utilizing the Design-Build method reduces the number of drawings required versus the traditional model. The Design-Build process is accomplished by partnering with crucial subs who engineer, design, and stamp their systems, which our in-house architects incorporate into the overall drawings. This speeds up the process dramatically and reduces risks for our clients. Design-Build is cost-effective. Our design team is an extension of our construction team and is positioned to be a resource for our clients. Compared to the traditional model where fees would be 7-10% of the project’s cost, the Ancon Design-Build method is a fraction of that. The instant cost savings go back to our clients. Often our clients use those cost savings to enhance their project further. Lastly, Design-Build project delivery is truly a collaborative process where all stakeholders are at the table from the beginning design phases through ribbon cutting. Mitigating risk, reduced costs, speed to build, and creating a client-focused collaborative environment is at the core of our Design-Build process.

Do you have a licensed architect on staff?

Yes, we have an AIA Licensed Architect and Designers on staff. Resumes available for review.

How long does the typical design process take?

A typical commercial project takes 3-4 weeks to design and an additional three weeks to provide construction pricing. These timelines can increase on larger and more complicated projects.

How much will I be involved in the design?

It depends on you. Our design team will revolve around your needs to find the most appropriate solutions if you are a collaborative person; the more input, the more engagement, the better. Or, if you feel more comfortable allowing our designer to move more independently, that works too. Either way, our team will keep you updated on the status of your project.

Does your design team interact with your construction team?

Yes, that is at the heart of our Design-Build project delivery method. When your project is in the design phase, our construction team is involved throughout the process to ensure constructability and provide any value engineering cost-saving recommendations and alternatives. By including the build team, they have advanced knowledge about the project, making for a smoother construction start.

Is Design-Build more expensive?

Quite the contrary! Its collaborative nature provides a significant opportunity for cost savings, as the project team is created early and designs the project together. The Owner’s cost decreases through economic and efficient decision making, quicker design, an earlier purchase of long-lead materials that create a streamlined construction schedule, and shaving time and money off the project.