Business Details
40 Years
experience
Innovative Architectural Design Solutions
Since 1986, CO Architects has been dedicated to creating buildings that enrich people's lives through collaboration, innovation, and sustainability. Our practice focuses on complex institutional, civic, academic, healthcare, and science & technology projects, driven by a commitment to perpetual improvement and client partnership. We integrate environmental stewardship into every design, prioritizing end-user needs while fostering community impact.Our team of LEED-certified professionals combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving to deliver high-performance spaces that adapt to evolving demands. With decades of collective experience, we specialize in transforming challenges into opportunities for lasting architectural solutions that celebrate place, purpose, and human connection.
Services
Healthcare Architecture
Science & Technology Design
Medical Education Facilities
Civic & Cultural Buildings
Sustainable Design
Laboratory Planning
Campus Master Planning
Interior Architecture
Facility Evaluation
Historic Renovation
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We specialize in complex institutional projects with 35+ years of architectural expertise
- Our LEED-certified team integrates sustainability into every design decision
- We employ a collaborative, client-focused approach for tailored solutions
- We maintain a proven track record with prestigious projects like the world's first Double LEED Platinum hospital
- Our designs prioritize end-user needs while achieving long-term environmental impact
Services
Healthcare Architecture
We create evidence-based healthcare environments that enhance patient outcomes and caregiver efficiency. Our designs incorporate advanced technology, universal access, and healing-focused spaces while maintaining strict regulatory compliance. With projects like the first Double LEED Platinum hospital, we combine sustainability with operational excellence for modern healthcare facilities.
Science & Technology Design
Our science & technology architecture focuses on adaptable, collaborative research spaces. We design high-performance laboratories with specialized infrastructure for scientific breakthroughs while ensuring safety and sustainability. Our work includes quantum computing facilities and biomedical research centers that balance cutting-edge requirements with long-term flexibility for evolving technologies.
Medical Education Facilities
We develop immersive medical education environments that support innovative teaching methods. Our designs feature simulation labs, clinical training spaces, and technology-rich classrooms that prepare future healthcare professionals. Projects include health sciences innovation buildings and medical education centers that foster interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement.
Civic & Cultural Buildings
Our civic & cultural projects create enduring community landmarks through inclusive design processes. We transform courthouses, museums, and performing arts centers into spaces that reflect local identity while meeting modern functional needs. Our approach combines historical context with sustainable solutions for multi-generational use.
Sustainable Design
We integrate environmental stewardship into every project through passive design strategies and life-cycle analysis. Our approach prioritizes resource conservation, energy efficiency, and material sustainability while achieving certifications like LEED Platinum. We specialize in revitalizing existing structures to minimize environmental impact and extend building longevity.
People
Andrew Labov
Principal
Andrew Labov leads architectural innovation at CO Architects with a focus on creating impactful institutional spaces. His expertise in sustainable design and complex project delivery has shaped numerous award-winning healthcare and educational facilities across the United States.
Jenna Knudsen
Principal
Jenna Knudsen specializes in healthcare architecture, directing complex medical facility projects that combine cutting-edge technology with patient-centered design. Her leadership has contributed to multiple LEED-certified healthcare projects, including the groundbreaking Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center.
Scott P. Kelsey
Principal
Scott P. Kelsey brings decades of experience in academic and medical architecture to CO Architects. His work focuses on creating transformative learning environments that support evolving educational methodologies while maintaining strong connections to surrounding communities.
James Simeo
Principal
James Simeo leads civic and cultural projects at CO Architects, specializing in transforming public spaces into community assets. His designs for courthouses and cultural institutions emphasize transparency, accessibility, and enduring architectural quality that serves public needs for generations.
Eyal Perchik
Principal
Eyal Perchik specializes in healthcare architecture with a focus on creating healing environments that improve patient outcomes. His expertise in evidence-based design has shaped numerous medical facilities that balance operational efficiency with compassionate care principles.
Questions
What architectural services does CO Architects specialize in?
We specialize in healthcare, science & technology, medical education, civic, and cultural building design with expertise in sustainable solutions.
How does CO Architects approach sustainability?
We integrate environmental stewardship into every project through passive design strategies, material selection, and life-cycle analysis for long-term impact.
What makes CO Architects unique?
Our collaborative process combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving for complex institutional projects requiring innovative, human-centered solutions.
Can you provide examples of notable projects?
Our portfolio includes the world's first Double LEED Platinum hospital and advanced research facilities for institutions like Caltech and UC San Diego.
How do you ensure client satisfaction?
We maintain open communication throughout the design process, prioritizing client needs while delivering technically sound, future-ready architectural solutions.
