Projects

Multi-phase complete renovation to an extended-stay hotel owned by the City and managed by CASA, a local non-profit organization focused on affordable and at-risk housing. Design includes critical replacement to the stairs, complete finishes and furniture packages for 120 units, tenant amenities, solar panels, and general improvements for accessibility and sustainable design.

The basement of a historic building in downtown Raleigh becomes a speakeasy bar and lounge with a catering kitchen. Once patrons enter from the sidewalk above, they will choose one of two hallways leading to the first of three bars. The first is white, bright and very inviting. The second is darker and more polished with metal archways and plush seating. The third is invitation only and houses the bar’s speakeasy component.

We’ve known these guys from their outrageously fresh juice cart, on the corners of Fayetteville Street during the summer months, and custom deliveries all year round.  We were thrilled when they walked in our front door. This is an ideal location for a kitchen with nothing to hide.  Prep and serving areas are fully visible. The indoor environment is just as fresh as the outdoor seating.  Bright, minimal, interior finishes reveal the colors of the food and the warmth of the staff.

Redeemer’s foyer and sanctuary are refreshed with new finishes and lighting. The sanctuary features a curtain at the back of the stage and updates to the existing pulpit. Foyer improvements include an updated check-in desk, furniture and artwork. New finishes extend into the hallways and some offices and classrooms. New signage improves wayfinding throughout the building.

In coordination with the construction administration for a 157-unit apartment complex we were tasked with the redesign of the amenities building which served the adjacent units. The amenities building was originally the kiln building for the historic White Furniture Company. This building now houses the leasing offices for the units, restrooms, clubhouse area with work spaces and meeting areas for the tenants. We are thrilled to have been part of a major project with a rich heritage.

NCSU AIAS Freedom by Design students worked to analyze, present, and design-build a new playground for one of the Governor Morehead school dormitories. OA served as pro-bono Architect of Record for this project, and sponsor/ mentor to the design students, providing field experience and professional accreditation hours.

New construction of a 1-story clubhouse that will be about 2,500 square feet. Modern and contemporary design that includes 2 leasing agents’ desks, 1 offices, a fitness center, a coffee bar, a business center, a waiting area, and restrooms.

This project was a puzzle to design in an existing street level of a downtown  existing apartment building.  The concept originally was to contain a bar, brewery, market and  café.  A mezzanine area was to house a grain storage area for the brewery and market as well as office space for the staff.   The plan was to open up the space in phases while allowing each function to get off the ground.

The Building SL Student Services Center was occupied during the removal of existing soffits and installation of new mechanical equipment. During demolition, evidence of water intrusion from exterior walkways and deteriorated structural conditions were found. The Design Team prepared a Study to assist WTCC in planning a separate structural repair project. At Building SK, we designed a new office, boiler room, roof access ladder, and replacement interior finishes. We also permitted the Temporary Bookstore space in Building ST.

Emery Village is a 129-unit apartment complex located in Concord, N.C. that includes four apartment buildings, a pool and pool house, and a leasing/fitness center. Making this project cohesive required a special level of coordination with our team of consultants.

New 2,100 sf office building to replace facilities that were damaged by a hurricane. The scope included accessible parking, reception, offices, workstations, mechanical/records storage, conference and break room.

This project includes the replacement of second floor spine and double egress corridor doors. The goal of the project was to improve operation and maintenance by replacing oversized and specialty doors with standard size hollow metal doors and high-performance hardware.