Architectural Concepts Inc. also known as AIC is a firm which has more than 75 years of experience and works on the approach of “From inspiration to installation.”
Bringing in more than 75 years of experience, Architectural Concepts Inc. (AIC) works on the approach of “From inspiration to installation”. Their “Consumer Concentric Design” process includes brand identity development, concept thematic as well as a creative partnership.
AIC is an interdisciplinary practice of Architects, Planners, and interiors designers. With their multifaceted team, they have achieved projects ranging from hotels to housing. Their close collaboration with the client helps them provide their clients with tailored designs that not only result in a happy client but also a happy environment with the utmost attention to detail.
Here are 15 noteworthy projects by Architectural Concepts Inc.
1. Silverleaf Resort Sales Centre, Atlanta, GA
This state of the art Sales Centre has won the 2015 ARDA Award for Best Sales Centre Interior Design. The Sales Centre is in an 18,000 sq.
ft. free standing building and includes a spacious 5,000 sq. ft. lobby and a sales floor for 180 people. The design breaks the monotonous setup of a typical Sales Centre having long tables and chairs by bringing in the spa-resort vibes.
According to Margit Whitlock AIA, Principal and Creative Director, “The décor was influenced by the demographic of the vibrant, cosmopolitan, tech-savvy buyers in Atlanta. The earthy color palette pops with orange and green accents to keep the space neutral but fresh.”
2. Club Regina, Los Cabos and Cancun, Mexico
Based on an overall concept of “A Collection of Memories Awaits You at our Gallery of Resorts”, AIC took the project of designing individual resorts at Los Cabos and Cancun, Mexico along with the interior renovation of 139 guest units. To bring in the essence of Mexico, local Mexican artisans were selected to create original artwork for the guest units. The artwork was used to reflect the culture of each resort. This project was the 2008 ARDA Award Winner.
3. Social Tap American Eatery, Ventura, CA
This renovation project of a 6,000 square foot building was taken up and completed by Architectural Concepts Inc. in collaboration with Rivera Family Restaurants. The project consisted of transforming completely a vacant building to the presently known Social Tap Eatery.
The key design features include concrete floors and exposed wooden trusses, natural light and airflow were maintained by the provision of roller shutter doors to also allow the beach vibes inside of the eatery. The colors were kept earthy and natural.
4. Nicole Miller, San Diego, CA
“Pretty and pink” was the criteria for the new flagship showroom for Nicole Miller. To keep up with the brief ACI brought forth the pink color as a pop amongst the white and brown color scheme of the showroom. The pop of pink color catches the attention of the user, which not only complies with the theme but also acts as the center of attraction for the showroom. Every detail of the showroom was developed by ACI from scratch.
5. Motivate, San Diego, CA
The high-profile Ad and Media Company required space with energy and flexibility which would help “motivate” their employees to give the best output. With this requirement, they approached ACI, who built a ‘not so typical’ workspace. ACI designed the 7,800 square foot space with a coffee bar, play lab with a custom-designed workstation which created a perfect blend between work and leisure.
6. Oyster Shell Condominiums, LA Jolla, CA
This housing project located in a village at La Jolla was to be designed for three different community designs while also keeping in mind the surrounding context. Though initially the project was taken up for entitlement processing for a rezone, lot tie, and local community design approval board, ACI took upon itself the architectural development and interior design aspect of the project.
The building materials were selected and utilized in a manner that the façade was warm, inviting while giving a strong sense of the place.
7. An’s Dry Cleaning, San Diego, CA
If you happen to visit this small store, at first sight, it might appear to be an ice-cream parlor but it is, in fact, a dry-cleaning store. This confusion was kept on purpose and was, in fact, the concept. An excellent example of a client and firm coordination, the project was to renovate an old ice cream parlor into a dry-cleaning store keeping the essence of it from the color scheme to the name of “An’s”.
8. Club Donatello, San Francisco, CA
Club Donatello is a premium San Francisco luxury vacation ownership, who turned to ACI for the renovation of the boutique hotel and to reimagine 45 guest rooms and corridors.
The interiors were inspired by classic Italian elegance and modern convenience. The tones and textures of each room were selected in such a way that stood out in terms of richness.
9. CREV, San Diego, CA
The project is a 4,200 square foot shell inside of a historic building. The history of the building acted as an inspiration to provide the corporate office a new look.
Keeping up with the inspiration, the installation was done with materials such as distressed wood and rolled steel. Custom vintage lighting was added to give the office space a historic vibe.
10. Sharp Hospital, San Diego, CA
A unique and distinctive theme of “Earth, Water, and Light” was formulated for a medical clinic in order to provide a unique healing experience to the users. The theme was brought to justice by the use of interior enhancements such as double-height ceiling, voluminous spaces, and water features.
11. Golden Road Brewing, Sacramento, CA
Golden Road Brewing, a Los Angeles based company, sought ACI to help them plan and design an open-air brewing restaurant in partnership with landscape firm Schmidt Design Group. The brief given by the client was simple, to design an open brewery that would stand as an example for others to follow.
12. Countywide Mechanical System, San Diego, CA
Countywide Mechanical Systems specializes in the installation, services, and on-going maintenance of commercial HVAC, plumbing, etc., who sought to seek ACI’s expertise to design a collaborative office environment of a 23,000 square foot office. The design brief was to design an office space that spoke to their work and company history while creating an individual identity for their own office.
13. SIMNSA, Chula Vista, CA
SIMSA is a 2,700 square foot executive office space situated in Chula Vista. The company approached ACI with the brief to deliver an efficient workflow for the different departments with their design strategies. ACI met with the brief using a proactive yet sophisticated design with traditional warm tones and modern accents.
14. The Golden Door SPA, Escondido, CA
Architectural Concepts Inc. approached the design concept for the spa-inspired by Asian history. The new construction and interior renovation on a 30-acre site include 50 guest units and common areas. Each space was designed keeping in mind the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi.
15. Cibola Vista Resort and Spa, Peoria, AZ
The client rendered planning, architectural, and interior design services from ACI for a 20 Acre resort and SPA project. This project included a 30,000 square foot lobby, spa, and public spaces. This project also won the 2006 ARDA Award.
