Business Details
26 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Design Services
DesignWorks Architecture, LLC is a full-service architectural studio founded in 2000 by Yvonne Wertenberger, a registered architect with 25 years of experience. Our philosophy centers on simplicity, functionality, and high visual impact, integrating client goals with environmental context. We specialize in residential, corporate, religious, educational, R&D, and historic preservation projects. Our collaborative process involves clients, architects, and engineers to create designs that balance aesthetics, technology, and sustainability. We offer comprehensive services including master planning, architectural design, interior design, and LEED integration.Our team prioritizes understanding client needs, site conditions, and budgetary constraints to deliver tailored solutions. With expertise in new construction and remodeling, we focus on enhancing productivity, ergonomics, and green building practices. We assist clients in contractor selection and project completion, ensuring alignment with their vision. Our work emphasizes natural light, material selection, and spatial optimization to maximize property potential. DesignWorks Architecture is committed to creating spaces that reflect client identity while addressing functional and environmental demands.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Master Planning
LEED Certification
Construction Documentation
Historic Preservation
Space Optimization
Sustainability Integration
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 25 years of architectural experience with LEED-certified expertise.
- Our collaborative process ensures designs align with client goals and site context.
- We specialize in historic preservation and space optimization solutions.
- Comprehensive services cover master planning through construction completion.
- Focus on sustainable practices and technology integration in every project.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
Services
Architectural Design
We create custom architectural designs for residential and commercial projects, focusing on functionality and visual impact. Our process integrates client goals with environmental factors like light and landscape. Services include schematic design and regulatory consultations.
LEED Certification
Our LEED-accredited professionals integrate sustainable practices into projects through material selection, daylighting, and energy-efficient systems. We help clients achieve green building certifications while balancing environmental goals with budget constraints.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in preserving historic structures while adapting them for modern use. Our approach maintains architectural integrity through careful material selection and compliance with preservation standards during renovations or expansions.
Space Optimization
We reconfigure existing spaces to improve functionality for new purposes, focusing on ergonomics and workflow efficiency. Services include redesigning layouts for residential, corporate, or commercial environments to maximize usable area.
Construction Documentation
We produce detailed drawings and specifications required for permits and contractor bidding. Our documentation incorporates structural, mechanical, and electrical consultant inputs to ensure accurate project execution.
People
Yvonne Wertenberger
Principal Architect
Registered architect with 25 years of experience and LEED accreditation. Founded DesignWorks Architecture in 2000, specializing in residential and commercial design that balances aesthetics with functional requirements.
Questions
What architectural services does DesignWorks offer?
We provide architectural design, interior design, master planning, LEED certification, historic preservation, and construction documentation services for residential and commercial clients.
Do you specialize in sustainable design?
Yes, our team includes LEED-accredited professionals who integrate green building practices into projects through material selection, energy efficiency, and daylighting strategies.
How do you approach client collaboration?
We use a collaborative process involving clients, architects, and engineers to ensure designs align with client goals, budget, and environmental context throughout all project phases.
Can you work on historic buildings?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects, maintaining architectural integrity while updating structures for modern functionality and code compliance.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Michigan, we work with clients on residential and commercial projects across diverse locations, focusing on understanding each site's unique context and requirements.
