HEALTHCARE PORTFOLIO 2025
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> EV&A Mission
Partnering with our clients each and every day allows us to achieve our practice’s mission to be “Our Clients Trusted Advisor.”
EV&A offers a wide range of architectural, planning and interior design services to the Healthcare, Commercial, and Hospitality markets. The firm’s work is recognized for design excellence as a result of the personal involvement of the design principals with each client throughout the entire design process and into construction.
Our mission, “To be Our Clients Trusted Advisor,” is supported by sophisticated designs, state-of-the-art technology and is backed by a reputation for leadership, dependability, and performance.
The studio vision is to create healing environments through evidenced based design.
percent of our clients are repeat customers
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> Capability
At EV&A, we are about more than just buildings. Guided by a design philosophy that emphasizes respect for excellence, cooperative client relations, and enhancing the human environment, the EV&A team has contributed to shaping the physical expression of our local desert community in Southern Nevada. While we have the experience and the know how to deliver well-designed places to a variety of clients, merely meeting your functional needs is not enough to fulfill our mission. Instead, we pride ourselves on developing longlasting, meaningful relationships with our clients.
How do we get there? By doing what we do best. We offer an unparalleled breadth of services that bring holistic solutions to even the most elusive design challenges. Our comprehensive approach ensures a stronger, better coordinated product.
And technology is built into our process. Revit, design and building information modeling, is used for all projects undertaken by the firm. This offers well coordinated drawings, enhanced communication among the team, and efficiencies during production, all of which equate to increased client service.
To complement the architectural design, EV&A possess award-winning, interior design services. The studio offers elegant and functional interiors that combine client goals for space and functionality with alluring environments.
Working with EV&A you will find a talented, knowledgeable team that blends an appreciation for the human experience with a steadfast understanding of your bottom line.
Creating interior spaces that are sensitive to the needs of patients
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> Design Philosophy
Through open discussions and visioning sessions, we design creative, innovative & efficient spaces that are responsive to your goals and needs.
It inspires us to design creative, innovative and efficient spaces based on the assessments and needs of our clients. It is this collaborative atmosphere that marks EV&A’s corporate values.
Our design staff is experienced in facilitating these discussions and in applying active listening skills to ensure understanding of your vision.
The key to effective communication is a clear understanding of your expectations. Our design products, detailed drawings and specifications are developed to communicate solutions. As solutions are
discussed and refined, they become the record of a unique design process. Direct communication with consultants and the contractor allow for effective cost and schedule compliance.
The decision-making process is crucial to any projects success. Our team’s work together closely with our clients to convey essential information and make necessary decisions quickly in order for the work to progress in a timely manner.
> Our People
It’s really the people that make EV&A the kind of company it is. We hire people who are smart, determined, and fun to work with. EV&A is very much a family.
The EV&A team represent the brightest professionals dedicated to client service, ongoing professional development, and quality of work. This expression of service is shown from the moment you contact our team. Your experience is important to us and we go out of our way to ensure your satisfaction in working with us. We become an extension of your team as we work with you toward your project goals.
The principals are active in all aspects of projects, and seek to understand your needs and listen. Project managers will manage the process from kick-off through completion, reporting regularly on status. The
project manager has the responsibility to ensure your budget and schedule is maintained with a commitment to carrying the design intent through the preparation of construction drawings. The production and administrative staff are dedicated to each project’s success. It satisfies our team to know we are delivering beautiful buildings to clients as planned, designed and constructed.
Finally, EV&A team members are community minded, involved in both professional and community organizations.
EDWARD A. VANCE, FAIA
Founder & CEO
YEARS EXPERIENCE
43 years
EDUCATION
1981 - Bachelor of Architecture - NDSU
1979 - Foreign Study - Western Europe
1979 - Bachelor of Arts - NDSU
ARCHITECTURAL LICENSES
Nevada: License No. 2683
California: License No. 30893
Minnesota: License No. 22208
Kansas: License No. 3907
Arizona: License No. 32449
Mississippi: License No. 4117
Missouri: License No. 2007004457
Colorado: License No. ARC-404127
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2006 to Present - EV&A Architects
1989 to 2006 - JMA Architects
1987 to 1989 - SH Architects
1985 to 1987 - Cossutta | Dallas,TX
AFFILIATIONS
• AIA - American Institute of Architects
• AIA -College of Fellows
• NAIOP - National Association of Industrial and Office Parks
• NCARB - National Certification of Architectural Registration Boards
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
• 1990 to 1991 - Adjunct Professor at UNLV’s College of Architecture
• 1998 to 2000 - Instructor for UNLV’s Lied Institute of Real Estate Studies
• 2008 to 2010 - Instructor for NAIOP’s Leadership Institute
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
1999 - President AIA Las Vegas
2001 - President AIA Nevada
2001 - AIA Nevada Service Award
2006 - AIA Nevada Silver Medal
2009 - Elected to the AIA National Board
2012 - Richard Upjohn Fellow
2014 - Elected to AIA College of Fellows
2014 - AIA WMR Silver Medal
2019 - Chancellor | AIA College of Fellows
Edward A. Vance, FAIA, is the founder and design principal of EV&A Architects, a specialized design firm serving the hospitality, commercial, and healthcare industries. With a career spanning more than four decades, Mr. Vance has made a profound impact on his clients, community, and the architectural profession. Known for his unwavering commitment to design excellence, his body of work has garnered numerous accolades and led to a series of significant commissions that define his distinguished career.
Prior to establishing EV&A Architects, Mr. Vance was president of JMA Architecture Studios, a nationally recognized firm with over 220 professionals operating across five offices in Nevada and California. During his 18-year tenure, he excelled as a designer, project manager, and principal-in-charge, overseeing the firm’s healthcare, commercial, and hospitality studios. His leadership and expertise shaped JMA into one of the most respected design firms in the region.
In November 2006, Mr. Vance founded EV&A Architects to provide a more personalized approach to serving clients and advancing the profession. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, his firm now employs 18 talented professionals uniquely qualified to deliver innovative solutions in the healthcare, hospitality, and commercial sectors. Mr. Vance’s legacy in Las Vegas is marked by over three decades of outstanding service, earning him numerous prestigious honors, including the AIA Nevada Young Architect Citation, the AIA Nevada Service Award, and the AIA Nevada Silver Medal, the highest architectural accolade in the state. His national contributions include serving on the AIA National Board of Directors, where he earned the Richard Upjohn Fellowship in 2012. In 2014, Mr. Vance was elevated to the AIA College of Fellows and received the AIA Regional Silver Medal. As the 57th Chancellor of the AIA College of Fellows in 2019, he further cemented his reputation as a visionary leader in the architectural profession.
“Architecture is the most public form of art and we as architects have the privilege of being the artists along with the duty to elevate the lives of those who use the buildings we design.”
MATTHEW F. BURNS, AIA
Executive Vice President | COO
YEARS EXPERIENCE
21 years
EDUCATION
2003 - Master of Architecture - UNLV
2001 - BS in Architecture - UNLV
ARCHITECTURE LICENSES
Nevada: License No. 8420
Colorado: License No. ARC-408204
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2007 to Present - EV&A Architects
2004 to 2007 - JMA Architects
2002 to 2004 - Perlman Architects
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Golden Key International Honor Society
AFFILIATIONS
• AIA - American Institute of Architects
• National Association of Industrial and Office Parks
• NCARB - National Certification of Architectural Registration Boards
• Nevada State University
• Vistage Member
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
• 2021 - Present - Foundation Board Member of Nevada State University
• 2009 to 2012 - Assistant Scout Master
• 2008 to 2010 - Church Group Leader
• 2007 to 2009 - Cub Master - Pack 352
• 2005 to 2007 - Den Leader - Pack 352
Matt Burns, AIA, serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of EV&A Architects, bringing over 20 years of expertise in the preparation and delivery of high-quality construction documentation. His extensive experience spans a diverse portfolio of Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality, and Industrial projects, making him adept at navigating all project phases—from initial entitlements to contract administration. Matt’s dedication to precision and excellence has become a hallmark of EV&A’s commitment to delivering industry-leading designs.
As a key member of the production team, Matt works collaboratively with principals, designers, clients, and external consultants to ensure seamless coordination from schematic design through project completion. He plays a vital role in ensuring that all projects meet the applicable codes and regulations, working closely with governing agencies to secure necessary building permits. His ability to manage complex projects while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders has been instrumental in the success of EV&A’s diverse architectural endeavors.
Originally hailing from Los Angeles, California, Matt relocated to Nevada to pursue his education at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture in 2000 and a Master’s Degree in Architecture in 2003. During his academic journey, he actively participated in AIAS Las Vegas and was inducted into the prestigious Golden Key International Honor Society. Today, Matt continues his professional engagement as a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and holds NCARB Certification. He is a licensed architect in Nevada and Colorado. Beyond his professional achievements, Matt is deeply committed to his community, serving as a Foundation Board Member of Nevada State University and contributing his time to its Committee of Trusteeship.
“Success is achieved by hard work, dedication, never giving up and most importantly learning from our mistakes.”
KELLIE WANBAUGH, IIDA
Sr. Vice President
YEARS EXPERIENCE
29 years
EDUCATION
1995 - Bachelors of Science in Interior Design - UNLV
INTERIOR DESIGN LICENSE
Nevada : License No. 240-ID.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2007 to Present - EV&A Architects
1997 to 2007 - JMA Architects
1996 to 1997 - Yates Silverman
1994 to 1996 - Scagiarri’s
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
2000 to 2001 - Adjunct Professor - CSN
1995 - Student Chapter President - ASID
AFFILIATIONS
• IIDA - International Interior Design Association
• NCIDQ - National Council for Interior Design Qualificaton
• Zeta Tau Alpha - Chapter Historian
• National Association of Industrial and Office Parks
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
• Shannon West Homeless Youth Center
• Las Vegas Rescue Mission Leader
• Women’s Ministry
With nearly 30 years of experience in interior design, Kellie Wanbaugh brings unparalleled expertise to a diverse range of project types, including corporate facilities, non-profit organizations, healthcare environments, casinos, and restaurants. Her extensive portfolio reflects her versatility and commitment to delivering exceptional design solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client.
As a seasoned project manager, Kellie excels in fostering clear and direct communication with clients throughout the design and construction process. She skillfully leads dynamic teams of designers and production staff, ensuring each team member’s strengths are leveraged to their fullest potential. This collaborative approach consistently results in innovative, high-quality designs that align seamlessly with clients’ goals and expectations.
Kellie earned her Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where she was deeply engaged in student organizations. She served as Chapter Historian for Zeta Tau Alpha and President of the ASID Student Chapter Las Vegas, demonstrating her leadership and passion for the design community early in her career.
Her dedication to the field extends beyond her professional work. As an Adjunct Instructor at the College of Southern Nevada, she shares her knowledge and inspires the next generation of designers. Kellie also actively contributes to the IIDA Southern Chapter as a new professional member, where she champions educational initiatives and leads mentorship and internship programs to support UNLV students. Her ongoing commitment to education and community involvement underscores her role as a leader and mentor in the interior design industry.
“One of the most rewarding aspects of my profession is delivering successful projects to clients. It brings me great satisfaction to play a role in helping them achieve their business goals.”
KURT WALDEN, Assoc. AIA, CDT
Vice President | Sr. Project Manager
YEARS EXPERIENCE
16 years
EDUCATION
2001 - A.A.S., Architectural Drafting and Design, SCC, North Mankato, MN
ARCHITECTURE LICENSES
Pending
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2007 to Present - EV&A Architects
2004 to 2007 - JMA Architects
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Golden Key International Honor Society
AFFILIATIONS
• AIA - American Institute of Architects
• National Association of Industrial and Office Parks
• Construction Specification Institute
Kurt brings over 16 years of extensive experience in the architecture industry, with expertise spanning commercial office spaces, healthcare facilities, and mixed-use developments. Over the years, he has contributed to an impressive array of project types, including multi-family, office, healthcare and hotel projects. Since joining EV&A as a Job Captain, Kurt’s dedication and exceptional performance have earned him successive promotions to Project Manager and, most recently, Vice President of the Firm. He is a Certified Document Technician (CDT) and an Associate Member of the AIA, further demonstrating his commitment to professional excellence.
Kurt is known for his unparalleled work ethic, deep construction knowledge, and meticulous approach to document control, which consistently ensures highquality results for every project. Beyond his technical expertise, Kurt adds a unique dimension to the firm with his four years of experience managing the operations of a small business with a 25-member staff. This operational insight allows him to approach projects with a holistic understanding of both design and business needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with clients and team members alike.
Kurt’s disciplined time management and exceptional communication skills make him a standout leader in every project he undertakes. His ability to build strong relationships with clients and guide teams effectively has established him as a trusted and valued figure in the design process, earning him praise from colleagues and clients alike. His dynamic leadership continues to elevate EV&A’s reputation for excellence.
“Prosperity, exceptional health and wealth and are gifted to those that produce unrivaled construction documents.”
ERIK SWENDSEID, AIA
Vice President | Design
YEARS EXPERIENCE
18 years
EDUCATION
2012 - Master of Architecture | UNLV
2010 - BS in Architecture | UNLV
2004 - AA in Math & Science | Victor Valley College, Victorville, CA
ARCHITECTURAL LICENSE
Nevada : License No. 7544
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2020 to Present - EV&A Architects
2013 to 2020 - BWA Architects
2006 to 2013 - Rutar Architects
AFFILIATIONS
• AIA - American Institute of Architects
• NAIOP - National Association of Industrial and Office Parks
• NCARB - National Certification of Architectural Registration Boards
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
• AIA Las Vegas - Golf Committee
• AIAS Forum
• Adelaide Fringe Festival
• Mentor - UNLV Architecture Dept.
Erik serves as the firm’s Vice President of Design and approaches every project with a deep passion for enhancing the transformative experience that architecture can provide. He believes that truly impactful design must consider the sensory experience, functionality, and constructibility, seamlessly blending these elements with the unique context of each project. For Erik, architecture is not just about creating structures—it’s about creating environments that inspire, connect, and endure.
Since beginning his professional journey in 2006, Erik has consistently applied this philosophy, delivering innovative design solutions that not only meet aesthetic and functional goals but also translate into highly efficient working drawings. His ability to maintain strong client relationships while balancing creativity and practicality has been a hallmark of his success. Erik continues to expand his expertise and curiosity, embracing the diverse challenges and opportunities the built environment offers.
A native Nevadan, Erik draws inspiration from the state’s rich history and culture, allowing it to shape the vision and authenticity of his designs. While earning his degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Erik immersed himself in student organizations and extracurricular design events, from the AIAS Forum to international showcases like the Adelaide Fringe Festival. Today, as a Nevada-registered architect, Erik brings this unique blend of heritage, creativity, and technical acumen to every project he undertakes.
“Immerse yourself in your surroundings—feel it, hear it, see it. The opportunity to shape and enhance that environment in meaningful ways is what drives my passion for what I do.”
Our Team
Marilyn Portillo Interior Designer
Craig Mireles, Assoc. AIA Sr. Project Manager
Aashna Panwala, Assoc. AIA Job Captain
Pepper Vance Therapy Dog
Kim Galbe, Assoc. AIA Lead Designer
Destanee Cook, AIA Project Architect
Ana Fimbres, Assoc. AIA Project Manager
Carina Gaytan, NCIDQ Sr. Interior Designer
Jeevan Thalpa, Assoc. AIA Job Captain
Alyssa Baker Interior Designer
Janice Arvo, CNP Office Manager & Executive Assistant
Jennifer Blanchard Controller
Beth Karuschak Executive Assistant
Alex Vance 3D Visualization Artist
Behavioral Health
> General Acute
“It’s definitely a pivotal time in healthcare right now.
“One of the primary goals in approaching any behavioral health project is to identify technology-enabled solutions that will create a more effective and innovative behavioral
We we have an opportunity as healthcare providers, facilitators, designers and consumers of healthcare to improve the hospital model as a response to ever rising costs.”
UMC | E.D. Expansion
Project Information
The UMC emergency department serves more than 120,000 patients each year in dedicated areas for adults and children. The emergency department observation and fast-track unit offers an acute level of care; patients are here for less than 24 hours before either being sent home or admitted to the hospital.
Design of the remodel carefully considered the project challenges inherent to the existing structure, including the lack of daylight and outdated finishes. The design created an open space layout with an updated aesthetic that provides a sense of warmth, calmness and serenity in an environment that might typically be a cause for anxiety.
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UMC Intermediate Care Project Information
UMC commissioned EV&A in 2021 to convert the last two floors of the Trauma Center from administrative uses to a 32 bed intermediate care unit including eight isolation rooms.
The project scope incuded the renovation of the lower floors to accomodate two new patient elevators with secure vestibules to serve the new clinical foors. Upon arrival, patients and their families are met by a receptionist and a spacious and calming waiting area with generous amenities.
Private patient rooms are located on the perimeter of each floor with a centrally positioned nurse station providing unobstructed viewing and access.
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LL Bradford
Ambulatory Surgery Center
Project Information
Surgery Centers can be comfortable, providing every amenity needed to make you feel relaxed, but ultimately your stay at the clinic is for one purpose: getting you safely back to your family. With modern designs and a focus on the family, we have designed a new clinic environment that provides every patient with a relaxed feel until the time comes for them to head home to be with their families.
Completed in late 2014 the new ENT/ASC is one of the most advanced surgery centers in Las Vegas boasting three class “A”
O.R.’s. The strikingly modern facility provides the highest levels of specialized medical and surgical needs, all within a family-centered environment. Exteriors feature hi-performance glazing, roof top sky-lights, metal panels and locally quarried Southwestern stone.
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Summerlin Hospital Expansion
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Located in the master planned community of Summerlin in Las Vegas, Universal Health Services (formerly United Health Services) commissioned JMA to expand the existing Summerlin Hospital Medical Center completed in early 1990’s. The project consisted of a three floor vertical expansion to the top of an existing three story wing.
The added services included an expansion of the O.B. Department, Pediatric ICU, and Medical/Surgical rooms and ICU beds. One of the hardest construction challenges for this project was constructing over the existing third floor ICU department.
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JMA
Edward A. Vance, FAIA
SR Construction
50,000 SF | $15 MM
2002
University Medical Center
Project Information
UMC of Southern Nevada provides patient-centered services for the community. Improvements to the hospital have encompassed several floors. The first floor of the facility enhanced three operating rooms, resuscitation bays, eleven intensive care units, an agio room, CT scan room and support stations. The second floor improvements comprised pediatric emergency rooms and an intensive care area with hospital rooms and support center.
The third floor included the pediatric clinic, imaging center and pharmacy. And the fourth and fifth floors improved UMC Administration suites for both patients and physicians.
Two labs were redesigned to incorporate a new share d patient entrance and a shared control room. A new pre-op/recovery room is also created to include 10 beds and a nurse station.
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University Medical Center JMA
Edward A. Vance, FAIA
92,000 SF | $20 MM 1993
St. Rose ER Expansion
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Located in Henderson on the existing St, Rose de Lima campus, the project program required an addition to the existing ER to include 13 new beds. Composing a design to the existing Emergency Department for St. Rose de Lima Hospital proved to be a challenge. Considerations for the existing site conditions and heliport were integral to this project.
A circular design solution for the addition solved the site issues. Creating a round, centralized nurse station that allows for unobstructed views to all of the patient areas. The admitting and fast track patient areas are located in the renovated existing area of the department.
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A. Vance, FAIA
12,500 SF | $3.6 MM 1995
Dignity Health
JMA
Edward
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Las Vegas VA Medical Center
VA Medical Center
Project Information
Located in North Las Vegas on a 160 acre parcel of land, this new regional 882,000 SF facility includes a 90-bed hospital, 90-bed mental health unit, 23 outpatient clinics, 120-bed skilled nursing facility and a central plant. The VA requested from the design team a solution that looks to the future and does not pin the facility into an inefficient mode of operation. Modularity and flexibility define healthcare into the next century and this facility responds.
The design team developed an overall design that utilizes the VA Building System, using a very modular approach to present an extremely forward-thinking hospital. The RTKL + JMA joint venture felt this design would set the standard for future medical facilities.
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
JMA + RTKL
Clark Construction
882,000 SF | $432 MM
2012
Ana Fimbres, Associate AIA
Edward A. Vance, FAIA
> Skilled Nursing
“Health care reform is expanding the opportunity for the skilled nursing communities to provide temporary, post-acute care for people who are discharged sooner and sicker from hospitals in order to meet the needs of an aging population.”
Project Information Silver Hills Health Care Center
The Silver Hills Health Care Center is a 118-bed skilled nursing facility located in a quiet residential area of Northwest Las Vegas. Residents enjoy state of the art conveniences in a warm, comfortable, home-like environment. Each resident room is furnished with cable television, an electric bed, private bedside telephone plus closet and drawer space.
Two elegantly enclosed internal courtyards provide safety, relaxation and leisure for its guests. Residents also enjoy extra pampering through beauty and barber shop services that include haircuts, perms, color, manicures and pedicures.
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JMA PRINCIPAL: Covenant Care
50,000 SF | $ 9.5 MM 1997
Edward A. Vance, FAIA
Care Meridian Sub-Acute Care
Project Information
Care Meridian is a specialty skilled nursing facility that deals specifically with spinal cord and brain injury patients. The facility is designed around patient room “pods,” where each pod consists of six, two-bed rooms. A great room area combines the dining, television lounge and nursing stations.
The facility has a quiet living room area at the main entrance with a fireplace and reception area. Located on 2.0 acres near Summerlin, this 15,000 SF 18-bed sub-acute care facility was recently converted to care for children with spinal and brain injuries.
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21,000 SF | $ 4.6 MM
Edward
A. Vance, FAIA
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
VA Community Living Center
VA Skilled Nursing Care
Project Information
The Las Vegas VA Nursing Home Care Unit consists of 120 total beds. The design was a result of the extensive meetings that were held with the VA’s management staff. Designed around the POD concept, the 20-bed pods are comprised of private rooms for Hospice, Alzheimer, Geriatric-Psych, Rehab, Sub-Acute, and Extended Care patients. Each unit contains two 10-Bed “communities” arranged around a lounge.
These “communities” share a common core that includes dining, activities, assisted bathing, and other support components.
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
JMA + RTKL
Clark Construction
107,000 SF | $47.8 MM
2014
Ana Fimbres, Associate AIA
Craig Mireles, Associate AIA
Kindred Skilled Nursing
Project Information
Kindred Healthcare Hospital is based on a “warm climate” prototype that was developed for this 120-bed acute care hospital. A separate ambulance entrance, intensive care unit, operating rooms, pharmacy, and wound care center complete this single story, 114,000 SF facility. Treatment varies from medical custodial and actively rehabilitative to residential in nature, with available health and social service support staff.
Semi-private and private resident rooms are arranged around a centralized nursing station for unobstructed viewing and access. The design philosophy of this facility is to foster independence thereby enhancing the resident’s quality of life.
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Edward A. Vance, FAIA KB Construction 114,000 SF | $24.6 MM 1999
Kindred Healthcare
JMA
Care Meridian | San Dimas
Project Information
Care Meridian is a state-of-the-art specialty skilled nursing facility dedicated to providing comprehensive care and rehabilitation for patients with spinal cord and brain injuries. Located in Southern California, this facility is thoughtfully designed to support both the recovery journey and the overall well-being of its patients. Every aspect of the design focuses on creating a healing environment tailored to the unique needs of its residents.
The 15-bed facility spans 12,000 square feet, consisting of a 10,000-square-foot residential wing and a separate 2,000-square-foot physical therapy component. Together, these spaces offer an integrated approach to patient care, combining comfortable residential accommodations with cutting-edge therapeutic services. Central to the facility is a great room area, which brings together dining, a television lounge, and the nurse station, fostering a sense of community while ensuring patients have convenient access to care. Additionally, a quiet living room area near the main entrance, paired with a warm reception and greeting space, creates a welcoming environment for both patients and visitors.
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Montevista Hospital
5.2 Behavioral Health
“One of the primary goals in approaching any behavioral health project is to identify technology-enabled solutions that will create a more effective and innovative behavioral health delivery system for children, adolescents and adults with behavioral health needs.”
Project Information Montevista Hospital
Montevista Behavioral Hospital underwent a 45,000-square-foot expansion in 2014, nearly doubling the size of its existing facility to meet the growing demand for mental health and addiction treatment services. This significant expansion allowed the hospital to increase its capacity and enhance its multidisciplinary care team, adding more psychiatrists, addictionologists, family practitioners and family therapists.
As a comprehensive mental health facility, Montevista is committed to serving the community with accessible, high-quality care. The hospital has established contracts with most managed care organizations and Nevada Medicaid, ensuring a broad range of patients can receive the support they need. The facility is fully licensed by the State of Nevada, Department of Human Resources, Division of Health, and holds accreditation from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, reflecting its dedication to meeting the highest standards of care.
This expansion represents Montevista’s unwavering commitment to improving behavioral health services in Nevada. By nearly doubling its size and resources, the hospital is better equipped to address the diverse needs of its patients and provide comprehensive, compassionate care to individuals and families in the community.
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Grand Desert Behavioral Hospital
Project Information Grand Desert Behavioral
Situated on a sprawling 7.4-acre campus, this 52,000-square-foot adult behavioral health hospital is poised to become a vital resource for the North Las Vegas community. Designed to provide comprehensive care for up to 96 patients, the facility will also generate more than 100 employment opportunities, including full- and part-time positions for skilled clinicians and dedicated staff.
The hospital boasts a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen and dining facilities to meet patients’ nutritional needs, as well as four thoughtfully designed, enclosed private courtyards that offer serene outdoor spaces for relaxation and healing. Additional amenities include an indoor basketball recreation court to promote physical wellness, an advanced laboratory, and an on-site pharmacy, ensuring convenient and seamless access to essential services.
Grand Desert Behavioral Health is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care tailored to the needs of individuals and their families. By employing evidence-based therapies and treatments, the hospital empowers patients to achieve successful, long-term recovery. This new facility is set to elevate the standard of behavioral health care in the region, establishing itself as one of the most trusted and effective providers in the Las Vegas Valley.
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52,000 SF | $32 MM All American Builders
Ronald Reagan Memory Suites
Las Ventanas Memory Care
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Established in 2004, Las Ventanas provides the unique “Life Care” approach to living. The facility includes residential homes, assisted living, and skilled nursing all in one campus. EV&A was commissioned to add “Memory Support” to their Life Care approach to living. The 16,000 SF, 16-bed facility called the “Ronald Reagan Memory Suites” will welcome residents into their specialized, safe and secured home where each unique resident will feel valued.
With the addition of this critical community it completes the Las Ventanas Life Care approach to living, adding this much needed secured community to the Las Vegas Valley.
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ABHOW | Las Ventanas
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CEI Builders | Wardwell-Smith Construction
16,000 SF | $1.2 MM
2015
St. Jude’s Ranch for Children
The Healing Center
Boulder City, Nevada
Theraputic Health
“For 55 years, St. Jude’s Ranch has provided a safe, nurturing home with therapeutic residential treatment services to thousands of abused and neglected children in Nevada. St. Jude’s Ranch has made and continues to make a difference by creating new lives with new hope for these children.”
St. Jude’s Ranch for Children
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This innovative Healing Center Campus, set on 10 acres in Boulder City, is a groundbreaking facility dedicated to the specialized care of child victims of sex trafficking. Designed as a first-of-its-kind complex trauma treatment center, it embodies hope and healing, providing trauma-specific treatment that empowers victims to move forward on their journey — from victims to survivors, and ultimately to thriving members of the community.
The campus’s thoughtful design prioritizes safety, security, and serenity. Its nine buildings are interconnected by lush gardens and meandering pathways, creating a nurturing environment for both physical and emotional recovery. The facilities include administrative offices, healthcare services, and behavioral treatment spaces, carefully integrated into the campus to support a holistic approach to healing.
The outdoor spaces, including an amphitheater and event areas, serve as spaces for reflection, connection, and community-building. This Healing Center stands as a beacon of compassion and progress, combining purposeful architecture and natural surroundings to meet the unique needs of the children it serves. It is a testament to the transformative power of thoughtful design in creating spaces that heal, inspire, and foster growth.
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St. Jude’s Ranch for Children
EV&A
Whiting Turner
10 Acres | $23MM
Nov. 2024
Pending
Hope Christian Health Center
Las Vegas, Nevada Scope: 27,250 SF Cost $18 MM
Recuperative Care
“Hope Christian Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), non-profit, faithbased family medicine health center located in North Las Vegas, NV. Their mission is to demonstrate God’s love to the Las Vegas community by providing excellent, affordable care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay.”
Recuperative Care Center
Project Information
Teaming up with Rafael Construction, EV&A proudly secured the design-build commission for a new 27,000-square-foot Recuperative Care Center. Focused on creating healing environments, our design approach ensures that the facility benefits patients, families, physicians, administration, and staff alike. With therapeutic landscapes and healing elements at the core of the concept, the center addresses the physical, mental, and emotional needs of all who enter. Situated on just over an acre along North Main Street, south of Owens Avenue, the two-story facility is designed to wrap around a central courtyard, bathing its interior spaces in natural, healing light.
Our planning strategies prioritized intuitive circulation and wayfinding, ensuring the building feels accessible and easy to navigate for everyone. Simple yet impactful design elements—such as abundant daylighting, open spaces, and natural materials—are integrated throughout to foster recovery and a sense of well-being. Every room and space within the facility was carefully crafted to maximize access to natural light and outdoor views, enhancing the therapeutic atmosphere. By blending functional design with elements of nature and intentional planning, the Recuperative Care Center creates a space where recovery is not just possible but actively encouraged. This project embodies EV&A’s commitment to designing environments that promote healing, comfort, and wellbeing for all who experience them.
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The City of Las Vegas
EV&A | Rafael Construction
1.2 Acres | 27,250 SF | $18MM
Q3 2026
Sean Miller, AIA | 702.229.1024 smiller@lasvegasnevada.gov
Opportunity Village Northwest Campus
Intellectual Health
“Opportunity Village serves people in Southern Nevada with intellectual and related disabilities, to positively impact their lives offering a variety of services including workforce development, community employment, day services, inclusive house, arts and social recreation.”
Project Information Opportunity Village
In early 2021, EV&A was honored to be commissioned to design the new Northwest campus for Opportunity Village, located at the northeast corner of Thom and Rome Boulevards in Las Vegas. Through initiatives such as workforce development, community employment, inclusive housing, arts, and social recreation, Opportunity Village has created opportunities for independence, integration, and personal fulfillment. The ambitious 17-acre master plan is designed to foster community and inclusion while addressing the unique needs of individuals with disabilities. The campus will feature a Program Services Building, providing vital support and resources, along with a café that doubles as a retail and warehouse space to promote skill-building and employment opportunities. At the heart of the campus is a centralized Clubhouse, surrounded by 94 units of program housing, all thoughtfully arranged to create a sense of connection. The Clubhouse is complemented by a pool, gardens, and parks, offering residents spaces for relaxation, recreation, and socialization.
This new campus is more than just a place; it’s a vision of empowerment and opportunity. By thoughtfully blending functionality with community-focused design, EV&A’s plan created an environment where people with disabilities can thrive, building friendships, developing careers, and embracing their creativity. This campus is poised to become a model for inclusion, providing a lasting positive impact on the lives of those it serves and the Las Vegas community as a whole.
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Opportunity Village’s NW Campus
EV&A
17 Acres | 118,000 SF | $TBD
Estimated Q1 2025
Steve Chartrand| COO | 702.880.4025 chartrands@opportunityvillage.org
The Las Vegas Rescue Mission
The Women’s Center
Las Vegas, Nevada Scope: 32,000 SF Cost: $24 MM
Community Care
“The Las Vegas Rescue Mission helps to serve those in need through food, shelter, daily needs and addiction recovery, offering hope to individuals and families through Jesus Christ.”
Project Information The Women’s Center
EV&A generously embraced the challenge of master planning the Mission’s campus on a pro-bono basis in 2020, exemplifying their commitment to community service advancing the capital campaign efforts to reimagine the Mission’s five-acre campus. This ambitious project is designed to enhance services for the homeless population of the Las Vegas Valley, addressing one of the region’s most pressing needs.
In late 2023, the Mission achieved a significant milestone by raising the funds necessary to commence the first phase of this transformative initiative: The Women’s Center. This state-of-the-art, three-story dormitory will provide safe and dignified housing for well over 200 homeless women and children, more than tripling the capacity of the existing facility. For over half a century, the Mission has been a beacon of compassion and support, offering a nurturing environment for those seeking shelter and a fresh start.
The new facility will feature thoughtfully designed spaces, including a secure outdoor playground for children, vibrant activity areas, versatile training rooms, and a well-equipped gymnasium. These amenities ensure that residents not only have a safe place to stay but also access to tools that promote growth, dignity, and empowerment.
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The Las Vegas Rescue Mission EV&A
32,000 SF | $24MM
Estimated Q1 | 2026
Heather Engle | CEO | 702.626.5133 heather@vegasrescue.org
Steinberg Diagnostic Clinic | Tenaya
Diagnostics
“One of the primary goals in approaching any behavioral health project is to identify technology-enabled solutions that will create a more effective and innovative behavioral 5.3 >
Behavioral Health
“The vital goal of diagnostic medicine is to be able to diagnose medical problems as swiftly as possible, enabling clinicians to accurately treat patients before any irreversible or long lasting damage can occur.”
SDMI Tenaya
Project Information
Located in the Las Vegas Technology Park in Las Vegas, this 30,000 SF free-standing diagnostic clinic was one of the largest in the country. The height of sophistication in imaging technology and building design for this imaging center illustrates the conscientious enterprise of creating a warm human environment. Three separate service areas share a common curvaceous lobby and three interior courtyards, thereby subduing a high tech impression.
A high technology (MRI and CT scan), low technology (nuclear medicine and radiation) and a women’s center (mammography and ultrasound) provide necessary patient personalization.
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Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging
JMA
Edward A. Vance, FAIA
JMB Construction
30,000 SF | $12 MM
1998
1999 - NAIOP Honor Award
1999 - NAHB Gold Nugget – Merit Award
SDMI | Anthem
Project Information
The Anthem Steinberg Diagnostic Center is located adjacent to the St. Rose Siena Hospital. Sloping site conditions resulted in a two level facility, providing spaces for patient functions on the upper level and staff areas on the lower level. The height of sophistication in imaging technology and building design for this imaging center illustrate the conscientious enterprise of creating a warm human environment. Three separate service areas share a common curvaceous lobby and three interior courtyards thereby subduing a high tech impression.
A high technology (MRI and CT scan), low technology (nuclear medicine and radiation) and a women’s center (mammography and ultrasound) provide necessary patient personalization.
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Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging
JMA
Edward A. Vance, FAIA
Behavioral Health
> Out Patient Facilities
“One of the primary goals in approaching any behavioral health project is to identify technology-enabled solutions that will create a more effective and innovative behavioral 5.4
“Hospital-centric healthcare is changing and with it the focus of bringing health care closer to the patient.
The future will bring more comprehensive outpatient/ day care facilities imbedded throughout our communities leaving hospitals to service higher volumes and long term patient stays.”
The Pueblo Medical Center
Project Information
On a scale more conducive to the small practitioner’s clientele and space demand, this two-story multi-tenant facility is part of the ever growing master planned community of Summerlin and located in the Pueblo Village at Lake Mead and Rampart Boulevards.
The design resulted in an 85% efficiency for the developer while allowing for 1,500 SF to full floor medical tenants that include a full spectrum of specialists providing services for this ever growing community.
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30,000 SF | $3.2 MM
1992
The Howard Hughes Corporation
JMA
Edward A. Vance, FAIA
Kalb Construction
Project Information Peak Medical Office Building
Located adjacent to the Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging facility in the Las Vegas Tech Center is SDMI’s two-story administration building. SDMI is an innovative and expanding medical imaging company. As the building owner, they chose to combine their administrative functions into one location allowing them to expand the imaging functions within their other facilities.
The first floor was made available to other medical tenants providing out-patient care for the surrounding community. The design oriented client requested that the design go beyond the typical medical office building architype to create a facility representing the type of technical advances the medical industry is making today.
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SDMI Northwest, LLC
JMA
Edward A. Vance, FAIA
JMB Construction
33,000 SF | $7.0 MM
2005
2005 - NAIOP Merit Award
Project Information Siena Medical Center
Located just south of the St. Rose Hospital in Henderson, Buildings 3 and 4 of the Siena Medical Office Park are comprised of twin 56,000 SF two-story buildings. They were the first constructed at the south end of the Park and were pre-leased prior to construction. The cost effective site cast concrete structure was enhanced with tailored detailing and stacked stone accents helping to anchor the buildings to the site.
The “L” shaped complex features a 2-story rotunda entrance providing easy access to all suites using shorter corridors. A 2-pipe chilled water system with a central plant was provided making this facility very energy efficient.
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PLISE Development JMA
Edward A. Vance, FAIA
PLISE Construction
112,000 SF | $10.7 MM (Shell Only)
2002
2002 - NAIOP Honor Award (Best of Show)
> Awards
The professionals of EV&A Architects are honored to be recognized for their commitment to design excellence in the professions of architecture and interior design.
2024
Hearst Health
NAIOP - Honor Award
Office Tenant Improvement
Architecture Firm of The Year
NAIOP Industry Award
T-Mobile Customer Service Ctr.
NAIOP - Merit Award
Office Building
2023
Credit One Bank Phase 2
NAIOP - Honor Award
Office Building
2022
UNLV | Harry Reid Research & Technology Park
ULI - Placemaking Awards for Excellence
NBM “Others First” Philanthropy Award
Nevada Business Magazine
Architecture Firm of The Year
NAIOP Industry Award
Summer House
NAIOP - Honor Award
Retail Tenant Improvement
Credit One Bank Phase 2
NAIOP - Merit Award
Office Building
UNLV Incubator | Hughes Center
NAIOP - Merit Award
Office Tenant Improvement
2021
The Expo @ World Market Center
ENR - Honor Award, Best Specialty
Construction Project
ENR Excellence Sustainability Award
NAIOP - Honor Award
Special Use Over 100,000 SF
Black Fire Innovation at UNLV Tech
Park | Building One
NAIOP - Honor Award
Office Tenant Improvement
Over 20,000 SF
2020
AIA Architecture Firm Award
AIA Nevada
Howard Hughes Corporate Offices
NAIOP - Honor Award
Office Tenant Improvement
UNLV | Harry Reid Research & Technology Park One
NAIOP - Honor Award
Office Building
UMC Emergency Room Renovation
NAIOP - Honor Award
Healthcare Tenant Improvement
Aristocrat Technologies Studio 54 at Two Summerlin
NAIOP - Merit Award
Office Tenant Improvement
JRS Hospitality at Two Summerlin
NAIOP - Merit Award
Office Tenant Improvement
2019
Two Summerlin
NAIOP - Honor Award
Best Speculative Office Building
Aristocrat Gaming Corporate Office
NAIOP - Honor Award
Best Build-to-Suit Office Building
2018
Architecture Firm of The Year
NAIOP Industry Award
2017
Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino
ENR - Honor Award
ENT ASC - Surgery Center
NAIOP - Honor Award
Best Healthcare Project
Southern Nevada Recycling Ctr.
NAIOP - Honor Award
Best Industrial Project
Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino
NAIOP - Merit Award
Alterra Home Loans
NAIOP - Merit Award
Office Tenant Improvement
2016
Thatcher Company of Nevada
NAIOP - Honor Award
Best Industrial Project
Southern Nevada Recycling Ctr.
ENR - Honor Award
Best Energy/Industrial Project
2015
Sammy’s Restaurant
NAIOP - Merit Award
Best Redevelopment Project
2014
Symphony Park Bridge
APWA - Honor Award
Best Public Works Project
2013
Magnolia Bluffs Casino
Southeast Contractor - Honor Award
Project of the Year
2010
Freeman Headquarters
NAIOP - Honor Award
Best Industrial Project
Freeman Headquarters
NAIOP - Merit Award
Best Three Story Office Project
Freeman Headquarters
NAIOP - Honor Award
Best of Show
2006
World Market Center
Southwest Contractor
Best Steel Project
World Market Center
NAIOP - Honor Award – Interiors
Best Common Area
2005
Peak Office Building
NAIOP - Merit Award
2004
The Crossings Office Building
AIA Nevada Citation Award
Siena Office Building
NAIOP - Honor Award Best of Show
Sahara Rancho Business Park
NAIOP - Honor Award
The Cliffs Office Park
NAIOP - Honor Award
2003
Citibank at Siena Office Park
NAIOP - Honor Award – Best of Show
Offices of Santoro Driggs Walsh
Kearney Johnson & Thompson
NAIOP - Merit Award – Interiors
2002
City Center Place
NAIOP - Honor Award – Best of Show
Premier Image Corporation
NAIOP - Merit Award
Bank of America
NAIOP - Honor Award – Interiors
2001
Sitel Corporation
NAIOP - Honor Award – Interiors
2000
The Crossings Office Building
NAIOP - Honor Award
NAHB Gold Nugget – Merit Award
Southwest Contractor –Outstanding Architectural Design
Tenaya Creek Restaurant
NAIOP - Honor Award
JCM Corporation
NAIOP - Honor Award
Colliers International
NAIOP - Honor Award Office Tenant Improvement
1999
Steinberg Diagnostic
NAIOP - Honor Award
NAHB Gold Nugget – Merit Award
Las Vegas Business Bank
NAIOP – Merit Award
1998
Asahi Seiko Headquarters
NAIOP - Honor Award
McCarran Daycare Center
NAIOP - Honor Award
Multi-Pure Corporation
NAIOP – Merit Award
Encore Productions
NAIOP – Merit Award
1991
Bally Gaming Headquarters
NAHB Gold Nugget – Merit Award
