Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Design Partner in Chicago
Cubit Design Studio is a Chicago-based architectural firm specializing in hospitality interiors and commercial office design. Our team combines Japanese and Western architectural philosophies to create spaces that balance aesthetic beauty with functional efficiency. Founded in 2016, we leverage advanced technologies like LiDAR 3D scanning and VR presentations to streamline the design process while maintaining meticulous attention to client needs. Our LEED-certified professionals bring decades of experience from projects including Starbucks locations, healthcare facilities, and residential developments. We prioritize cultural sensitivity in design, offering remote services through digital tools that reduce in-person requirements by up to 90%.Our multidisciplinary team holds credentials from prestigious institutions like Boston Architectural College and Harrington College of Design. We maintain active memberships in professional organizations including IIDA and hold LEED AP BD+C certification. Our workflow integrates schematic design, construction documentation, and project management under one roof. Client satisfaction is ensured through physical material samples and virtual reality walkthroughs before final implementation. Our leadership team combines architectural expertise with international business acumen to deliver globally informed solutions.
Services
Architectural Design
Project Management
Graphic Design
3D Scanning
VR Presentations
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- LEED-certified professionals with international project experience
- Proprietary 3D scanning technology reduces site visits by 90%
- Cultural design expertise blending Japanese and Western aesthetics
- End-to-end project management from concept to material selection
- Remote services available nationwide with VR presentation capabilities
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP BD+C
- IIDA
Services
Architectural Design
We create culturally integrated architectural solutions combining Japanese precision with Western functionality. Our services include schematic design, construction documentation, and design development for commercial, hospitality, and residential projects. Our team utilizes advanced digital tools to ensure accuracy and client satisfaction.
Project Management
Our comprehensive project management covers all phases from initial concept to final implementation. We coordinate with contractors, manage timelines, and ensure compliance with building codes. Our LEED-certified professionals maintain quality control throughout the construction process.
3D Scanning
We employ LiDAR 3D scanning technology to capture precise spatial measurements in 10 minutes per room. This reduces traditional measurement time by 90% while providing accurate digital models for design development and client presentations.
VR Presentations
Our 3D Scope VR presentations allow clients to experience designs through Google Cardboard and smartphones. This immersive technology enables real-time feedback and ensures client vision alignment before construction begins.
Graphic Design
We create compelling visual materials including material boards, digital renderings, and presentation graphics. Our designers provide physical samples for tactile evaluation, ensuring clients can fully experience proposed design elements before implementation.
People
Takuya Imoto
LEED Design Director
Master of Architecture from Boston Architectural College with 15+ years commercial design experience including Starbucks and healthcare facilities. Specializes in cultural design integration.
Richard Winter
Business Director
Former CEO with international business expertise and CPA certification. Manages financial operations and strategic direction for the studio's global projects.
Carmen Diaz
Designer
BFA in Interior Design from Harrington College of Design. Contributes creative solutions for hospitality and residential projects with cultural sensitivity.
Shinobu Suzuki
Designer
Interior design specialist with Harrington College of Design credentials. Focuses on material selection and spatial optimization for commercial projects.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in hospitality interiors, commercial office design, and residential projects with cultural design integration.
Do you offer remote design services?
Yes, we provide full remote services using 3D scanning, VR presentations, and digital collaboration tools.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily Chicago, IL, but our digital workflow enables nationwide project delivery.
Are your designers certified professionals?
Our team includes LEED-certified architects and IIDA award-winning designers with international experience.
What technology do you use?
We utilize LiDAR 3D scanning, VR presentations, and digital material boards for efficient design processes.
