Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in New Orleans
Since 1983, our firm has dedicated itself to creating human-centered architectural solutions that harmonize timeless design principles with innovative approaches. Our multidisciplinary team of architects, planners, and creative experts brings over four decades of experience in delivering projects that prioritize sustainability, resilience, and community connectivity. We employ our proprietary Nexus framework to ensure holistic planning that addresses physical, cultural, and social dimensions of each project. Our Common Edge methodology combines cutting-edge innovation with traditional design wisdom, as demonstrated through our award-winning work across educational, civic, and urban development sectors.We maintain a strong commitment to resident-centered community engagement through our structured Concordia Roundtable process, which has become a benchmark in collaborative design practices. Our portfolio spans global projects that reflect our core belief in design as a tool for improving lives and fostering interconnected communities.
Services
Architecture
Planning
Community Engagement
Sustainable Design
Urban Design
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in human-centered architectural design
- Our team employs the proprietary Nexus framework for holistic planning
- We pioneered resident-centered community engagement methodologies
- Our Common Edge approach combines tradition with cutting-edge innovation
- We maintain a global perspective with local market expertise
Services
Architecture
Our architectural practice creates human-centered spaces that balance timeless design principles with innovative solutions. We specialize in sustainable design, historic restoration, and conceptual planning that aligns with client values while promoting community resilience. Our work spans educational facilities, civic buildings, and commercial spaces.
Planning
Using our Nexus framework, we deliver comprehensive planning solutions that integrate physical, cultural, and social dimensions. Our services include master planning, GIS analysis, and feasibility studies that address both immediate needs and long-term sustainability across urban environments and community development projects.
Community Engagement
Our Concordia Roundtable process facilitates meaningful community participation through co-design workshops. We engage diverse stakeholders to ensure project alignment with local needs, employing structured dialogues that amplify lived experiences and foster equitable development outcomes across all project phases.
Sustainable Design
We incorporate environmental stewardship into every design decision through our Common Edge methodology. Our sustainable solutions focus on energy efficiency, material optimization, and climate resilience while maintaining aesthetic quality and functional performance across building and landscape projects.
Urban Design
Our urban design practice creates interconnected public spaces that enhance community vitality. We develop streetscape improvements, neighborhood revitalization plans, and mixed-use developments that balance modern functionality with historical context to create enduring urban environments.
People
Bahareh Javadi
Director
Bahareh Javadi leads our design team with expertise in architectural theory and urbanism. She specializes in creating spaces that bridge cultural heritage with contemporary functionality through evidence-based design approaches.
Steven B. Bingler
Principal
As principal, Steven B. Bingler drives strategic vision for our community engagement initiatives. With decades of experience in participatory design, he has shaped our Concordia Roundtable methodology into an industry benchmark.
Alex Sorapuru
Designer
Alex Sorapuru contributes creative expertise in architectural visualization and spatial analysis. His work focuses on translating complex planning concepts into intuitive design solutions that address both functional requirements and aesthetic quality.
Elizabeth Chen
Architect
Elizabeth Chen specializes in sustainable building systems and historic preservation. She applies technical expertise to develop energy-efficient solutions that maintain architectural integrity while meeting modern performance standards.
Bobbie Hill
Principal
Bobbie Hill leads our planning division with focus on equitable urban development. Her work emphasizes creating resilient communities through data-driven planning that addresses social, economic, and environmental dimensions.
Questions
What architectural services does Concordia offer?
We provide comprehensive architectural services including building design, sustainable design, interior design, historic restoration, and conceptual planning for diverse project types.
How does Concordia approach community engagement?
Our Concordia Roundtable process uses structured co-design workshops to involve stakeholders in decision-making, ensuring projects reflect community needs and values.
What planning methodologies do you employ?
We use our proprietary Nexus framework for integrated planning that addresses physical, cultural, and social aspects of development projects at various scales.
Do you work on international projects?
Yes, our experience spans global projects across public, private, and institutional sectors while maintaining sensitivity to local contexts and regulations.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
Our Common Edge approach combines traditional wisdom with modern innovation to create energy-efficient, climate-resilient buildings and landscapes.
What community development expertise do you have?
We specialize in neighborhood revitalization, resiliency planning, and equitable development through participatory design processes that empower local stakeholders.
