Desert Peak Architects

Who We Are

Desert Peak Architects is a Southern New Mexico firm that is deeply committed to providing professional services and exceptional architecture to our region and community. As long-time residents of New Mexico, we hold our community and state in high regard, and we are inspired by the overall beauty of the desert. Our vision is to elevate the community through the development of vibrant, extraordinary, and well-crafted buildings. As architects practicing in the Southwest, the desert has taught us about conservation, sustainability, stewardship, resourcefulness, and the beauty of simple, ever-changing forms. We strive to incorporate this knowledge into our designs, with the hope of defining a desert vernacular for buildings within our region.

At Desert Peak Architects, professional service is centered around great communication. We believe it is our responsibility to listen and understand the needs, requirements, and goals of our clients and their projects. By listening and understanding, we can develop quality architecture that addresses the client's program, budget, schedule, and desires. Quality architecture provides long-lasting value to the client and the community. We aim to earn the respect and trust of our clients by producing responsive, meaningful, and beautiful spaces.

Optimism, Positive Attitude, and Possibility

Optimism and positive attitude are lenses into the realm of possibility. At Desert Peak Architects, we approach architecture with such a mindset, collaborating to discover unique, simple solutions to design problems. We honor and build upon each other's design expertise while developing a sense of family within the firm. This allows us to create cutting-edge design that is cost-effective.

Mission

Our mission is to explore possibilities, imagine new solutions, and engage our community to create quality architecture.

Services

Desert Peak Architects offers a wide range of services, including:

Pre-Design Services & Site Analysis

• Identification or verification of project-specific spatial requirements
• On-site investigation and documentation of existing conditions
• Budget and schedule review and feasibility assessment
• Review of zoning and preliminary code analysis

Schematic Design Services & Opinion of Probable Cost

• Development of schematic design solutions to your design problem
• Spatial relationships are represented through diagrams, which are translated to Schematic Design drawings
• An opinion of probable cost can be provided based on the Schematic Design drawings

Design Development Services & Updated Cost Estimate

• Design Development involves the selection and inclusion of preliminary building systems within the Schematic Design
• These systems typically include Structural Systems, Plumbing Systems, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, and Fire Suppression Systems
• Architectural systems such as wall assemblies, ceiling assemblies, lighting layouts, and openings are included
• Updated drawings, which include the above-mentioned systems, are provided at the end of the Design Development phase
• An updated opinion of probable cost can be provided based upon the updated drawing set

Construction Documents & Final Opinion of Probable Cost

• Construction Documents are drawing sets that include detailed instructions for construction
• The Construction Documents are typically developed in collaboration with professional engineers, who are hired by Desert Peak Architects as consultants
• The drawing sets typically include Civil Drawings, Structural Drawings, Architectural Drawings, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Drawings, and a Project Manual (Specifications)
• Following the completion of the Construction Documents, a final opinion of probable cost can be developed

Bidding and Negotiation

• Once the Construction Documents are complete, Desert Peak Architects can assist you in acquiring Bids (Price Proposals) from contractors to begin the construction phase of the project
• These services typically include recommendations for potential contractors, assistance in assembling instructions for bidders, bid proposal review, and award recommendation

Construction Administration

• Construction can often be stressful and full of surprises
• Desert Peak Architects are experienced problem solvers, prepared to find solutions to the most difficult problems during construction
• We remain vigilant throughout the construction of your project, so you don't have to

Our Vision

Desert Peak Architects is a well-rounded group of designers with experience in various project types, ranging from Hospitality to Public Safety Facilities. Our vision is to become a diverse and trusted design firm with a focus on protecting the health, safety, and welfare of all within our region.