Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Redmond, WA
Magellan Architects brings over two decades of experience across diverse project types, prioritizing client needs through proactive, owner-centric design solutions. Our team combines architectural expertise with a commitment to accessibility, ensuring collaborative processes that address cost, schedule, and risk from project inception. We specialize in translating client visions into functional, sustainable spaces through tailored communication and innovative problem-solving. With NCARB-certified and LEED-accredited professionals, we maintain industry leadership in architectural rigor and environmental responsibility. Our track record spans commercial, educational, healthcare, and hospitality sectors, reflecting our adaptability to evolving client demands.By fostering long-term relationships with stakeholders, we ensure designs align with both immediate goals and future growth. Our proactive agency engagement and permit expediting capabilities streamline regulatory challenges, while our focus on optimal outcomes balances creativity with practicality. Recognized for excellence in LEED-certified projects, we integrate sustainability without compromising efficiency. Client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, technical precision, and ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. This combination of experience, accreditation, and client advocacy establishes Magellan Architects as a trusted partner in realizing architectural visions.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Project Management
Construction Administration
Sustainable Design
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience across 30+ licensed states.
- Our team includes NCARB-certified and LEED-accredited professionals.
- We prioritize proactive cost, schedule, and risk management.
- We maintain collaborative relationships with regulatory agencies.
- Our client-centric approach ensures tailored design solutions.
Associations and certifications
- NCARB
- LEED
What people say
Proactive problem-solving
Exceptional design quality
Responsive communication
LEED certification expertise
Client-focused approach
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services encompass full-spectrum design from concept to completion. We specialize in creating functional, code-compliant spaces tailored to client needs across commercial, educational, and healthcare sectors. With expertise in LEED certification and regulatory compliance, we ensure projects meet sustainability goals while maintaining budgetary constraints. Our process emphasizes early risk assessment and stakeholder collaboration.
Interior Design
We craft interior environments that balance aesthetics with operational efficiency. Our designers focus on spatial optimization, material selection, and ADA compliance for corporate, retail, and medical facilities. By integrating client brand identity with ergonomic principles, we create spaces that enhance user experience while supporting long-term adaptability to changing business needs.
Project Management
Our project management covers all phases from pre-design analysis to construction administration. We coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage timelines, and ensure quality control through regular site inspections. With NCARB-certified professionals leading initiatives, we maintain strict adherence to regulatory standards while facilitating transparent communication between stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.
Construction Administration
We provide comprehensive oversight during construction phases, ensuring designs translate accurately into built environments. Our services include contractor coordination, change order management, and compliance verification. By maintaining continuous communication between builders and design teams, we resolve field issues promptly while preserving design intent and budgetary parameters.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design practice incorporates LEED-certified methodologies and energy-efficient systems into every project phase. We conduct environmental impact assessments, recommend renewable materials, and optimize building performance through passive design strategies. With LEED AP professionals on staff, we help clients achieve eco-friendly certifications while reducing long-term operational costs through intelligent resource management.
People
Sherri Miller
Principal
With over 20 years of architectural experience, Sherri Miller specializes in relationship-driven project delivery. She focuses on fostering collaboration between clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure successful project outcomes.
Chris Chappell
Operations Manager
Certified project management professional with expertise in architectural operations. Chris brings organizational efficiency to Magellan's projects while maintaining a dynamic, interactive work environment.
Jamie Trenna
Architect
Licensed in WA, OR, and ID with 14 years of experience, Jamie combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving. Her engineering background informs practical design solutions for complex architectural challenges.
Karen Wallace
Architect
LEED AP-certified architect with 25 years of national project experience. Karen specializes in sustainable design practices and has contributed to the LEED program since its inception.
Paige Lauer
Senior Interior Designer
20-year design veteran specializing in medical and dental interiors. Paige transforms client visions into functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces while maintaining strict regulatory compliance.
Questions
What architectural services does Magellan offer?
We provide full-service architecture including design, construction documentation, permitting, and project management for commercial, educational, healthcare, and hospitality sectors.
Are Magellan's architects licensed in multiple states?
Our team holds licenses in 27 states and includes NCARB-certified professionals who can obtain additional licenses through reciprocity agreements.
How does Magellan approach sustainable design?
We integrate LEED-certified methodologies, energy-efficient systems, and eco-friendly materials throughout the design process to achieve sustainable, cost-effective solutions.
Can Magellan handle complex regulatory requirements?
Our team proactively engages with permitting agencies early in projects to streamline approvals and resolve regulatory challenges efficiently.
What industries does Magellan specialize in?
We focus on commercial workplaces, restaurants, educational facilities, healthcare centers, and multi-family housing with specialized expertise in ADA compliance.
