Business Details
49 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Solutions
Since 1977, Ziegler Cooper has been driven by the belief that beautiful architecture enriches lives, uplifts the human spirit, and provides a vision of excellence. Our practice is structured into specialized internal Studios focused on serving humanity's fundamental needs to live, learn, work, and worship. Through collaboration and innovation, we create highly functional, sustainable buildings and inspirational spaces that deliver lasting value to our clients.With a legacy of over 125 design awards, we combine deep expertise in urban residential, hospitality, workplace interiors, and community-focused architecture to provide clients with a competitive edge. Our team prioritizes client relationships, acting as problem solvers, strategists, and storytellers committed to making the world a more beautiful place through research-based, contextually responsive design.
Services
Urban Architecture
Workplace Interiors
Hospitality Design
High-Rise Residential
Community Architecture
Master Planning
Commercial Interiors
Worship Architecture
Health & Wellness Design
Capital Improvements
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience in architectural design excellence.
- Our portfolio includes 100+ high-rise and mid-rise projects nationwide.
- We offer specialized studios for urban architecture and workplace interiors.
- Our team has earned over 125 design awards for innovation and quality.
- We combine sustainability with research-based, client-focused design solutions.
Services
Urban Architecture
Specializing in high-density urban environments, we create walkable communities and iconic skylines through research-driven design. Our expertise spans 35 million square feet of urban residential projects, including mixed-use developments and master planning. With over 100 high-rise projects completed, we deliver amenity-rich spaces that cater to diverse demographics while enhancing urban sustainability.
Workplace Interiors
Our Workplace Interiors Studio focuses on creating functional, inspiring office environments through 40+ years of benchmarking and client collaboration. We serve both corporate clients and landlords, specializing in capital improvements and cross-functional solutions that integrate with urban architecture and community spaces to boost workplace productivity and satisfaction.
Hospitality Architecture
With five million square feet of hospitality projects completed, our team combines residential, hotel, and mixed-use expertise to create dual-income developments. We specialize in boutique and flag hotel chains, offering integrated design solutions that merge luxury accommodations with complementary residential and commercial spaces for maximum operational efficiency.
Health & Wellness Design
Our Health & Wellness Studio delivers patient-focused healthcare facilities through decades of combined experience. The team specializes in hospital expansions, medical clinics, and physician office spaces, prioritizing innovative design that enhances clinical functionality while creating healing environments that improve patient outcomes and staff efficiency.
Community Architecture
We design inspirational spaces for worship, education, and community gathering through specialized studios focused on human-centric design. Our portfolio includes award-winning educational facilities, sacred spaces, and community centers that balance aesthetic beauty with practical functionality to serve diverse populations and foster social connection.
People
R. Scott Ziegler
Senior Principal
Founder of Ziegler Cooper Architects with over 45 years of experience, Scott leads design innovation while maintaining the firm's commitment to architectural excellence and client satisfaction.
Jim Zemski
Senior Principal
Brings extensive expertise in urban architecture and hospitality design, focusing on creating impactful spaces that blend functionality with aesthetic innovation across national and international projects.
Perry Harrell
Principal
Health & Wellness Studio leader with decades of healthcare design experience, specializing in patient-centered medical facilities that combine cutting-edge architecture with compassionate care environments.
Stephanie Kaup
Associate Principal
Focuses on worship and community architecture, delivering inspirational spaces that balance spiritual significance with practical functionality for diverse congregations and educational institutions.
Axel Weisheit
Principal
Specializes in high-rise residential and mixed-use developments, applying technical expertise to create sustainable urban living solutions that redefine modern architectural standards.
Questions
What architectural services does Ziegler Cooper offer?
We specialize in urban architecture, high-rise residential, workplace interiors, hospitality design, community spaces, and health & wellness facilities across national and international markets.
How long has Ziegler Cooper been in business?
Since our founding in 1977, we've built a 45+ year legacy of architectural innovation and design excellence serving clients locally and globally.
What makes Ziegler Cooper's approach unique?
We combine research-based design with specialized internal studios focused on specific human needs, creating contextually responsive spaces that enhance urban environments and quality of life.
What notable projects has Ziegler Cooper completed?
Our portfolio includes over 100 high-rise projects, 35 million square feet of urban residential developments, award-winning educational facilities, and innovative hospitality spaces nationwide.
How does Ziegler Cooper ensure design quality?
With over 125 design awards, we maintain rigorous quality standards through collaborative problem-solving, technical expertise, and a relentless focus on creating beautiful, functional spaces.
What areas does Ziegler Cooper serve?
While based in Houston, we operate nationally and internationally, delivering architectural solutions tailored to diverse urban environments and cultural contexts.
