Founded in 1986, Architecture, Incorporated is a 60-person, award-winning planning, architecture, and interior design practice. We are united in the belief that as trusted advisers and design leaders, we reach beyond the predictable to turn vision into reality while solving complex challenges for public, private, and government clients—improving quality of life through the built environment.
Our projects range from complex renovations to new construction for commercial, hospitality, education, healthcare, senior living, multifamily, and sports and recreation clients across the region. This wide range of design experience and core value of client service has made Architecture, Inc. recognized as one of the most prominent firms in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
CONTENTS
• Practice Area
• Trends
• Case Studies
• Design Recognition
• Client List
HEALTHCARE
Our vision and understanding of healthcare solutions is only one of the strengths that sets us apart—we truly care. The environment provided to diagnose and treat has never been more important to providers, physicians, or to your patients. At Architecture, Incorporated we have seen the evolution of healthcare delivery over time, and work to anticipate future needs.
What sets a provider apart is the quality of care, and an understanding of the community and their needs. In a heavily regulated environment, challenges abound from insurance providers, a diminishing skilled workforce, and the rising costs of technology. Never has the need for intelligent, evidence-based design been more important.
Healing environments have emerged to satisfy the core human needs of safety, hope, and spirit by carefully and thoughtfully blending space, light, and functional solutions to maintain the patients’ connection with their community.
TRENDS
Healthcare providers have come to realize the positive impact a hospitality-style experience can have on patients—reducing anxiety while creating a positive first impression. No longer the bus station-style layout of outdated interconnected chairs, healthcare waiting rooms of today provide comfort and reduce stress by offering patients and visitors a choice in how they experience the space.
Some visitors prefer to pass the time completely distracted, whether through their mobile device or by exploring educational material about wellness topics, while others prefer a quieter space or a degree of privacy to consult with family. Flexible seating arrangements support a more customized experience, and empowers patients and visitors to make the space support their own definition of waiting.
FIRSTIMPRESSIONS
TRENDS
As designers specializing in healing environments, we consider the psychology of color in healthcare facilities—color is more impactful than most realize. Similar to the design of hospitality or commercial spaces, color is an important tool to utilize in healthcare design, and it potentially has the power to enhance well-being. Lower stress levels and a positive mood can improve overall health, and certain colors have been proven to encourage calmness and happiness.
For example, in a hospital setting, one way to encourage calmness is to incorporate soothing colors. In a children’s hospital, however, utilizing more vibrant colors may help the younger patients to feel more relaxed and happy, reducing their stress and anxiety. Color can also be a valuable design tool for wayfinding in larger facilities, helping visitors navigate between floors and departments.
COLORTHEORY
TRENDS
Numerous technological breakthroughs have made cancer treatment options more accessible. Historically, these machines have been large, expensive, and complex to operate—not to mention intimidating.
Smaller machines are less intimidating for patients undergoing radiation treatment. As healthcare design experts, we work with providers to find ways to diminish anxiety and create a better patient experience. Through color, sound, and graphics, patients are offered much needed distraction during treatment.
TRENDS
The exam room is the primary place where caregivers sit with patients, talk with them, listen to their concerns, and work with them on treatment plans and next steps. Factors in designing exam rooms include privacy, comfort, and efficiency; ultimately ensuring patient satisfaction and experience. For patients, the level of comfort can directly influence their anxiety level. Likewise, physicians need to be comfortable in their environment in order to provide efficient patient care.
A significant aspect of this efficiency is having the right type of equipment including the exam table and devices to collect digital data. The layout and configuration of these elements can greatly impact the effectiveness of the clinical space. The room needs to be large enough to accommodate the patient, physician, and staff, and allow exams and procedures to be properly performed.
HEALTHYRELATIONSHIP
Inova - Fair Oaks Hospital MOB IV Fairfax, VA
National Center for Plastic Surgery McLean, VA
CASE STUDY
INOVA - FAIR OAKS MOB IV
This four-story, 115,000 sf Class-A office building was designed to be an integral part of the Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Campus. The LEED Silver project incorporates a skin of brick, insulated metal panels, aluminum storefront, and glazed curtain wall with sunshades. The cellar level includes a unique light well to provide occupants with natural daylight. The project houses a variety of medical and laboratory tenants. The radiology suite is 11,000 sf and contains vaults for two linear accelerators used in this cancer treatment.
The 7,600 sf conference center contains four conference spaces capable of providing space for meeting parties up to 16 participants and the ability to be combined into larger configurations. The center also contains a large raised-floor lecture style room for 120 occupants, and has the ability to allow multiple styles of presentations. Other spaces include a computer training room, beverage bar, warming pantry, and a large pre-function area for gatherings and receptions. All conference rooms are equipped with large digital displays and floor/wall connections for computers.
DESIGN RECOGNITION
LEED Silver
01 CASE STUDY
NCPS
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CASE STUDY
NATIONAL CENTER FOR PLASTIC SURGERY
The design of this medical suite required careful coordination of patient types—each with a unique set of needs, medical requirements, anxieties, and expectations. The floorplan was designed to comfortably isolate pre- and post-surgical patient groups while providing surgeons and support staff access to all patients. Separate patient entrances were provided along with a separate staff entrance to support this design criterion.
Sculptural partitions foster openness and a connection between patients and working clinicians. By strategically glazing the interior with floor to ceiling glass, patients were further provided natural light and exterior views from all corridors. A break room was located contiguous to the outdoor terrace, allowing staff additional opportunity to relax and recharge.
A crisp, hospitality-influenced aesthetic was created by breaking away from the traditionally furnished waiting room to a contemporary ensemble of built-in seating elements and edge-lit partitions. Ceiling lights were carefully positioned to reflect in the polished oversized floor tile, creating a feeling of space and height.
DESIGN RECOGNITION
Healthcare Design Magazine
02 CASE STUDY
patient coordinator reception
CASE STUDY
TOWER EIGHT
Centrally located within the Inova Center for Personalized Health (ICPH) campus, ‘Tower Eight’ seamlessly links the nine-story administrative towers to the east and the 50,000 sq ft conference center and cafeteria to the west. This three-story 16,000 sf ‘services’ building located on the 117-acre ICPH campus underwent significant enhancements, including replacing its opaque glass facade with transparent glazing, upgrading mechanical systems for energy efficiency, redesigning the entry lobby for improved energy efficiency, and adding extended canopies to the front entrances. The transformation aimed to reflect a more community-focused and forward-facing corporate culture.
The recent reconstruction of the three-story 16,000 sf building also serves as a beacon of transparency, rejoining adjacent towers and illuminating the way for campus occupants to access various areas. The building’s newfound transparency also connects it with the existing structures surrounding it, creating an inviting atmosphere. Up and down lighting enhances the building’s facade during the evening and morning hours.
DESIGN RECOGNITION
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award
CASE STUDY
upper level corridor
INOVA SPORTS MEDICINE
Architecture, Inc. led the design of Inova Medical Group Sports Medicine’s new Sports Medicine facility with Dr. Robin West—the Lead Team Physician for the Washington Nationals and the Head Team Physician for the Washington Redskins. The goal of the integrated facility is to provide comprehensive and personalized care to athletes of all ages and abilities while serving as a hub for the Sports Medicine Institute.
The 20,000 sf sports medicine facility, located on the Inova Center for Personalized Health, includes a 13,000 sf outpatient clinic, physical therapy, an EXOS performance gym, and a 5,000 sf outdoor synthetic turf field for patient evaluation and performance.
DESIGN RECOGNITION
Fairfax County Dept of Planning and Development
medical director’s office
performance training gym
2024
Monumental Sports Network
NAIOP DC | MD Awards of Excellence, Best Interiors 25,00175,000 sf: Award of Excellence
District E
restaurant development+design awards, Form and Function Innovation Award
2023
Ellen M. Bozman Government Center
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Buildings, Capital Improvement Institutional: Award of Merit
Inova Center for Personalized Health Executive Suites
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Buildings, Interior Tenant Space 50,000 + SF: Award of Merit
Inova Center for Personalized Health Tower 8
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Buildings, Capital Improvement Non-Institutional: Award of Excellence
Mellow Mushroom - Virginia Beach
HRACRE Excellence in Development Design Award, Buildings, Best Restaurant/Eatery/Bar: Award of Merti
The Residence at Colvin Run
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Buildings, Multi-Family Residential: Award of Excellence
Fairfax County James M. Scott Exceptional Design Award, Community Benefit Project: Award of Merit
2022
8150 Leesburg Pike Amenity Space
Fairfax County James M. Scott Exceptional Design Award, Commercial Interiors: Award of Merit
Knollwood Country Club
Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Central Connecticut, Hobi Award: Best Commercial Rehab
2021
8150 Leesburg Pike Amenity Space
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Buildings, Amenity Space: Award of Excellence
Maryvale Elementary School / Carl Sandburg Learning Center
ABC of Metro Washington Excellence in Construction Awards, Educational: Award of Excellence
Learning by Design Architectural Awards, Multi-Use/Joint-Use Building : Outstanding Project
Salamander Resort & Spa
US News and World Report, Best Hotels in the US: Gold Badge
Viceroy DC
ABC of Metro Washington Excellence in Construction Awards, Commercial/Residential Renovation $2-$4M - Award of Excellence
2020
Coolidge Senior High School
Learning by Design Architectural Awards, Combined-Level School: Outstanding Project
West Springfield High School
ABC of Metro Washington Excellence in Construction Awards: Award of Excellence
2019
700 Constitution
Multifamily Executive MFE Awards, Adaptive Reuse: Grand Winner
Coolidge Senior High School
ACEC Metropolitan Washington Excellence Awards, Renovations and Additions: Honor Award
Inova Sports Medicine
Fairfax County James M. Scott Exceptional Design Award, Institutional: Honor Award
Mellow Mushroom - Chantilly
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Restaurant Interior Build-Out: Honorable Mention
IIDA Mid-Atlantic Premier Design Awards, Retail: Honor Award
2018
700 Constitution
AIA Northern Virginia Design Award, Historic Architecture: Award of Merit
Building Design + Construction Reconstruction Awards: Bronze NAIOP DC | MD Awards of Excellence, Best Renovation: Award of Excellence
Compass Rose
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Interiors, Tenant Space 0 to 10,000 sf: Award of Excellence
Current Salon Shop! Design Awards Competition, Service Retailer: Silver Award
Mellow Mushroom - Chantilly
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Building - Hospitality/ Retail: Award of Excellence
Opaline Bar and Brasserie
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Commercial/Residential Renovation under $1M: Award of Excellence
Propel Swim Academy
US Swim Schools Association, Facility: Award of Excellence
Salamander Resort & Spa
Forbes Travel Guide, 2018 World’s Most Luxurious Hotels
Terraset Elementary School
Learning by Design Architectural Awards, Elementary School: Outstanding Project
TRUEBODY Bethesda
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Commercial $512M: Award of Excellence
2017
Terraset Elementary School
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Capital ImprovementInstitutional: Award of Excellence
2016
Arlington County Department of Human Services
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Interiors Tenant Space 50,000 sf and Above: Award of Merit
Hotel Palomar
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): Award of Excellence
Morrison-Clark Hotel
NAIOP DC | MD Awards of Excellence, Best Hospitality ProjectBoutique Service: Award of Excellence
QIAGEN
NAIOP DC | MD Awards of Excellence, Best Interiors - Healthcare/Biotech/Lab: Award of Merit
2015
Children’s Science Center
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Best Interiors - Retail: Award of Merit
Marina Landing at Belmont Bay
Great American Living Awards (GALA), Best Design and Architecture - Multi-Family/Mixed-Use
Sage
Fairfax County Exceptional Design Awards, Commercial Office (Interiors): Honorable Mention
Tower Club
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Best Interiors - Retail: Award of Excellence
2014
3251 Old Lee Highway
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Best Building Renovation - Capital Improvement: Award of Excellence
RECOGNITION
Graham Road Elementary School
American School & University Magazine, Outstanding Designs: Interior Renovation
Loudoun Medical Office Building III
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Best Building Renovtion, Adaptive Re-Use: Award of Merit
Mellow Mushroom – Herndon
IIDA Mid-Atlantic Chapter Design Awards, Retail: The Bronze Award
2013
Salamander Resort & Spa
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Best Building - Build-toSuit Non-Institutional Facility: Award of Excellence
W.T. Woodson High School
American School & University Magazine, Outstanding Designs: Renovation/Modernization
2012
CurvyGirls Bridal
Fairfax County Exceptional Design Awards, Office (Interiors): Honorable Mention
Fairfax County Health Lab
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC)
Gaslight Square Condominiums
Apartment and Condo Development Industry Award, Best New Condominium in the Mid-Atlantic Region
PACE West School
American School & University Magazine, Outstanding Designs: Specialized Facility
2011
Fire Lane Retirement Party
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Best Building Renovation, Adaptive Re-Use: Award of Merit
2010
Arlington County Department of Human Services
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Best Interiors - Tenant Space 50,000 sf and Above: Award of Excellence
Fairfax County Health Lab
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC)
Fire Works Pizza
Best of NAIOP Northern Virginia Award, Best Interiors - Retail Project: Award of Excellence
