Business Details
13 Years
experience
Veteran-Owned Architecture Firm Delivering On-Time, On-Budget Solutions
Established in 2013, Prime Architects is a veteran-owned firm specializing in commercial and government architecture services. Our multidisciplinary team delivers tailored solutions for government, healthcare, and commercial sectors, prioritizing efficiency, sustainability, and aesthetic excellence. With verified credentials for work with the VA, GSA, and EPA, we leverage over a decade of experience to transform client visions into functional, cost-effective designs.Our collaborative approach ensures projects are completed on-time and on-budget, from concept to construction oversight. As a minority-owned business headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, we combine local expertise with national project capabilities to build lasting client relationships.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Planning Services
Supplemental Services
Government Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Facility Planning
Site Planning
Master Planning
Quality Control
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Veteran-owned firm with 10+ years of government project experience
- Verified contractor for VA, GSA, and EPA projects
- Multidisciplinary team handles full project lifecycle from design to construction
- Specialized expertise in federal healthcare and commercial architecture
- Proven track record of on-time, on-budget project delivery
Services
Architecture
Our architecture services encompass full lifecycle project management from schematic design to construction oversight. We specialize in government and commercial projects, ensuring compliance with federal standards while meeting functional and aesthetic requirements. With expertise in VA, GSA, and EPA projects, our team delivers sustainable, code-compliant solutions that balance innovation with practical execution.
Interior Design
Interior architectural design services focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces through strategic layout planning and material selection. We handle lighting design, millwork customization, and furniture specification while maintaining structural integrity. Our approach integrates ventilation systems and wayfinding solutions to enhance usability and occupant comfort across commercial and government facilities.
Planning Services
Comprehensive planning services include master planning, facility assessments, and site analysis to establish project foundations. We conduct zoning evaluations and real estate development studies to optimize land use while ensuring regulatory compliance. Our strategic approach anticipates future growth needs while addressing current operational requirements for both public and private sector clients.
Supplemental Services
Supplemental services extend beyond core architecture offerings to include site selection, cost estimation, and quality control monitoring. We provide contractor bid evaluation and coordinate with engineering consultants for structural, MEP, and landscape requirements. These value-added services ensure holistic project management from feasibility studies through final construction phases.
Government Architecture
Specialized government architecture services cater to federal agencies with strict compliance requirements. Our verified status for VA, EPA, and GSA projects demonstrates expertise in navigating public sector procurement processes. We maintain security clearances and follow federal building standards while delivering cost-effective, sustainable designs for correctional facilities, healthcare centers, and administrative buildings.
People
Gene Lavastida
President
As President and AIA-certified architect, Gene leads strategic direction while maintaining hands-on project involvement. With military experience informing his client-focused approach, he oversees complex federal projects from concept to completion.
Tracey Wilson
Senior Project Manager
Tracey manages large-scale government contracts with emphasis on budget adherence and regulatory compliance. Her expertise in federal procurement processes ensures smooth execution of VA and GSA projects from initial planning through construction.
Grace Jalilian
Staff Architect
Grace contributes to healthcare facility designs with focus on ADA compliance and patient-centric spaces. She coordinates building systems integration while ensuring technical accuracy in construction documentation for public sector clients.
Santasha Hart
Project Architect
Santasha specializes in federal building codes and sustainability standards for correctional facilities. She leads site analysis efforts and develops construction documentation that balances security requirements with operational efficiency for Bureau of Prisons projects.
Kara Fleming
Director of Operations
Kara oversees business operations and client relations while managing internal processes. Her leadership ensures alignment between project execution and company growth objectives, maintaining the firm's veteran-owned business values.
Questions
What government agencies has Prime Architects worked with?
We have active contracts with the Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, and Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Are you a certified minority-owned business?
Yes, Prime Architects is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business registered in Oklahoma with federal contracting certifications.
What commercial architecture specialties do you offer?
Our commercial services include multi-use building design, retail space planning, and corporate facility modernization with focus on ADA compliance and energy efficiency.
How do you handle project timelines and budgets?
We use phased delivery methodology with regular client checkpoints, combined with cost control measures that have consistently delivered projects within agreed schedules and budgets since 2013.
Do you provide national project capabilities?
While based in Oklahoma, our team executes federal projects nationwide through established partnerships with local engineering consultants in all 50 states.
What sets you apart from other architecture firms?
Our unique combination of military precision, federal contracting expertise, and personalized client service ensures both technical excellence and exceptional value for public and private sector clients.
