The Process
Ready to begin a project, but don’t know where to start? One World Architecture will help you organize your project and realize your vision.
Ready to begin a project, but don’t know where to start? One World Architecture will help you organize your project and realize your vision.
One World Architecture (OWA) recognizes that when a client decides to embark on a project, each will have a unique vision, goals, and budget. Whether a project is new construction or a renovation, we work to be mindful of our client’s big picture. We search for smart, creative solutions that skillfully address our client’s needs as we guide them through the myriad decisions and complexities that arise during the design process.
Whether it’s coming up with initial schematic design ideas, estimating a project budget, working with consultants and engineers, producing construction drawings, obtaining a building permit and bids from contractors, OWA will tailor a design process to fit your needs, schedule, and budget.
Our services range from simple consultation services to full service architectural design to 3D visualization to construction management. OWA serves the residential, commercial, and institutional architectural design markets. We have completed projects with a wide variety of building types, sizes and budgets.
OWA has completed projects ranging from small interior room renovations, to large new homes in excess of 10,000 square feet. From modern Chicago apartments, to traditional Shingle and Arts and Crafts homes, our range of stylistic flexibility is broad. We welcome projects of any size or scope.
OWA has strong experience with religious structures for a variety of faiths, as well as a deep interest in buildings for community use. We have also completed landmark architectural and landscape historic preservation projects.
OWA has worked with various businesses to expand and renovate existing spaces. We have designed new commercial buildings from the ground up, as well as interior architecture for tenant space. Our commercial projects include grocery stores, medical and general office space, and restaurants.
One World Architecture optimizes the green design process by using powerful, real-time energy modeling and analysis software that provides live engineering, utility, and environmental impact data to our designers and clients throughout the entire design process. Using this analysis and data from the earliest stages of design means less reworking and second-guessing later, translating into significant time and money savings.
While sustainable design involves more commitment than standard building practices, OWA believes that high-performance, environmentally responsible design should be easily attainable for all clients regardless of budget or time limitations. To this end, we strive to make the sustainable design process as simple, fast, and clear as possible. From residential homes to commercial buildings, new construction to renovations, we address sustainable design strategies for any building type, at any scale.
OWA can also be retained to provide consulting services such as design and code compliance review, property and building evaluation, master planning, and troubleshooting. We also maintain a network of consultants, contractors, engineers, and other industry professionals to expand our expertise and provide robust and comprehensive service to our clients.
"At Beargrass Christian Church our office space was in need of renovation to accommodate ministerial staff needs and to improve facilities for our growing youth program. . . . One World Architecture showed the most interest in our project, listened to our questions, provided answers, and came back to our facility for follow up details before submitting their bid. Their bid was more than competitive and they were selected as the project manager. The project was completed on schedule, within budget and more than met our expectations. One World's response to minor change orders was immediate and satisfying. All subcontractors met One World's standard of service and expertise. Construction was done with minimal disruption of church activities, and cleanup was superb on a daily basis. Workmanship was top- notch. All members of the church staff from senior minister to custodial staff were impressed by then courtesy and professionalism of the work crew. If and when Beargrass Christian Church needs any similar renovation, One World Architecture will be our first choice."
Rex C., Property Committee Chair
"Ken’s work was both professional and timely. He continued to work with our builder throughout the remodeling process and often checked in with us to see how things were going. Our addition is beautifully designed to fit with the existing style of our house."
Mary L.
"We had a newer home which we loved, but was not functioning for our family. My husband had a poorly designed home office and our teenagers had outgrown their cramped shared bath. We approached OWA to expand the office and add a guest suite to the existing finished basement. We had never worked with a design build firm before and weren't at all sure of what to expect. Ken and his team listened and worked quickly, but carefully, to create a plan that fit the unique architecture of our home. We wanted the remodel to blend seamlessly. Small changes and adjustments were never overlooked or disregarded. Once we finalized the plan on paper, OWA handled all the permits and required documentation and found amazing craftsmen to work on or project. We couldn't have been happier to have worked with Afshin and his crew! His attention to detail and pride in work was outstanding. We were continually kept updated and informed throughout the project. Our questions or concerns were addressed immediately. Remodeling can be a stressful experience even on the best of days, but knowing we had a team in which we could trust completely made all the difference. We are positive we will work together again!"
Angela C.
"After hitting roadblocks with previous hires, a local contractor recommended we reach out to Ken with One World Architecture. From the first phone call, Ken has been nothing short of professional, prompt and engaging. We are 9 months pregnant and have an incredible amount of “life” on our plates, but Ken is very even-keeled, works around our schedule and is truly a pleasure to work with. Ken is like the Mary Poppins of architecture! He swooped in and in less than 2 weeks time had working plans ready for contractors to put together rough bids for. Ken and his team even came up with ideas that we had never thought of, simple changes that drastically improved the layout and functionality of the house. Ken does a great job communicating with both of us, husband and wife and hears us each out individually so that we’re both heard. He is honest, able to work with our budget, and really very personable. Working with Ken has felt as though we are working with a friend even though we’d never met him before. I was hesitant about moving forward with an addition on our house and now I have no qualms about the plan we have. Ken has lowered our blood pressure and stress level in what can be a very exhausting and trying project."
Joy S.
"My husband and I used One World Architecture to build our outdoor living room. The design and attention to detail was exceptional. Ken was professional, precise and prompt in responding to our questions and revisions. I would highly recommend One World Architecture and we absolutely love our new outdoor living room!!"
Lisa L.
"Ken and his team did an awesome job of reviving our 85+ year old house. They designed an open, modern concept in the traditional environment . . . Ken is the consummate professional and designer. The process of working with him from ideas to drawing to completed project was smooth, insightful, and enjoyable. Kyle Bragg was our [project] manager and he was a joy to work with. We met many times to talk about the designs and how they were coming together . . . Kyle was always helpful and always smiling even when we asked for changes. Afshin Dejbani is their "construction" magician and is truly a craftsman and a master carpenter. He understands old homes. He recognizes the very specific needs, strengths and liabilities of older home remodeling and does a wonderful job at combining the old with the new. His attention to detail in the unseen areas and then in the finished areas is excellent. He has a unique ability to see the entire project and formulate what needs to be done to finish the project beautifully. We love our home. Working with Ken, Kyle, and Afshin from design to completion we were very happy with their team and the finished product. We can't wait to find a project where we can work with One World Architecture again."
Katherine K.