Business Details
Trusted Architects in Fairfax, VA
Gauthier Alvarado & Associates is a multidisciplinary architectural and engineering firm dedicated to delivering innovative design solutions through collaborative processes. Our team prioritizes client perspectives from project inception, integrating structural, mechanical, and electrical considerations to create harmonious, functional spaces. With expertise in commercial, educational, government, and historic renovation projects, we emphasize sustainability tailored to each project's unique requirements.Our term contract experience with federal agencies demonstrates our ability to manage rapid-turnaround assignments efficiently. By combining technical precision with user-centric design, we produce enduring environments that meet both aesthetic and operational demands while adhering to budgetary constraints.
Services
Architecture
Structural Engineering
MEP Engineering
Term Contracts
Sustainable Design
Building Analysis
Construction Administration
Highlights and features
- We offer multidisciplinary design expertise across architecture and engineering disciplines
- Our team maintains proven success with government term contracts and rapid-turnaround projects
- We implement adaptable sustainable design principles aligned with USGBC LEED standards
- Our engineers provide structural solutions for complex systems including seismic design
- We deliver coordinated MEP engineering services under single-trade contracts
Associations and certifications
- USGBC LEED
- ASHRAE
- EPA Energy Protection Agency
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services create functional spaces through collaborative processes that integrate client perspectives and technical requirements. We specialize in commercial, educational, and government projects, delivering solutions that balance aesthetic vision with structural integrity. Our approach combines hands-on design methodology with advanced technology integration to produce enduring environments that meet user needs.
Structural Engineering
We provide comprehensive structural engineering solutions for new construction and existing buildings, specializing in complex systems analysis and design. Our services include seismic evaluation, foundation design, and structural modifications that ensure long-term durability. By collaborating closely with architects, we optimize structural elements to support architectural vision while maintaining cost-effectiveness and constructability.
MEP Engineering
Our mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services offer fully integrated building system design that optimizes energy efficiency and user comfort. We provide standalone MEP solutions and coordinated whole-building systems that minimize change orders during construction. Our expertise includes HVAC optimization, electrical distribution systems, and sustainable plumbing solutions tailored to facility requirements.
Term Contracts
We manage expedited construction projects through pre-approved term contracts for government agencies, handling rapid-turnaround assignments with established protocols. Our experience includes working with federal entities like the US Army Corps of Engineers and Fairfax County Government to deliver studies, repairs, and facility upgrades while maintaining consistent quality standards.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design approach adapts to project-specific requirements while maintaining compliance with LEED standards and environmental regulations. We implement energy conservation strategies, water-saving systems, and environmentally responsible materials selection to create high-performance buildings that balance sustainability with functional needs.
People
Krista Strickland
President | Principal, AIA
As President and Principal Architect, Krista Strickland leads design initiatives with over 20 years of experience in commercial and institutional projects. Her expertise in integrated design processes ensures client objectives are met through collaborative problem-solving and innovative architectural solutions.
Amanda Osiecki
Vice President | Principal, PE
Vice President and Principal Engineer Amanda Osiecki specializes in structural systems analysis and government project management. With extensive term contract experience, she ensures technical excellence in structural design while maintaining compliance with federal construction requirements.
Jay Kim
Principal, PE
Principal Engineer Jay Kim focuses on mechanical systems design and energy efficiency solutions. His technical expertise in HVAC optimization and building systems integration contributes to sustainable design implementations across diverse project types.
Stephanie Stein
Associate Principal, AIA
Associate Principal Stephanie Stein brings specialized knowledge in educational facility design and historic preservation. Her architectural approach emphasizes user-centered spaces that balance modern functionality with historical context.
Jim Hoffman
Associate Principal
Associate Principal Jim Hoffman manages complex renovation projects and building envelope evaluations. His expertise in adaptive reuse strategies ensures structural integrity while implementing modern technological requirements in existing facilities.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architectural design including concept development, space planning, building envelope evaluation, and construction administration for commercial, educational, and government projects.
Do you handle government construction projects?
Yes, we maintain multiple term contracts with federal agencies and have successfully completed projects for the US Army Corps of Engineers, NASA, and Virginia Department of Transportation.
What engineering disciplines do you provide?
Our firm offers structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineering services with integrated coordination to ensure comprehensive building system solutions.
Can you handle urgent construction assignments?
Yes, our established term contract protocols enable rapid response to urgent projects while maintaining quality standards through proven project management processes.
Do you offer sustainable design solutions?
Yes, we implement adaptable sustainable design principles aligned with LEED standards, including energy conservation, water-saving systems, and environmentally responsible materials selection.
What building analysis services are available?
We provide structural analysis, building envelope evaluations, HVAC system assessments, and energy modeling services to optimize building performance and longevity.
