Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Services in New Mexico
Vigil & Associates is a professional architectural firm with over three decades of experience in planning and designing complex projects across New Mexico and the Southwest. Founded in 2001 by Ray Vigil, our team includes registered architects, LEED Accredited Professionals, and specialists dedicated to delivering quality design solutions. We prioritize understanding client vision, mission, and context to enhance organizational culture and community environments. Our philosophy centers on social responsibility, balancing structure, economy, and aesthetics to create buildings that improve quality of life and conserve natural resources.With expertise in Pre-K-12 education, higher education, public safety, healthcare, and sustainable facilities, we have completed award-winning projects like the Escalante Mid-High School and LEED-certified buildings at the University of New Mexico. Our commitment to environmental stewardship is demonstrated through membership in the USGBC and integrating sustainable practices into every project. We maintain offices in Northern and Southern New Mexico to better serve regional needs while adhering to strict professional standards in all our architectural and planning services.
Services
Architectural Design
Sustainable Design
LEED Certification
Project Planning
Building Renovation
Public Safety Facilities
Educational Architecture
Healthcare Design
Historical Preservation
Community Development
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of regional architectural expertise in Southwest projects
- LEED-certified professionals implementing sustainable design practices
- Award-winning educational facility designs recognized nationally
- Full-service firm with BIM/3D modeling capabilities
- Dedicated team of registered architects and construction administrators
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited Professionals
- USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council)
What people say
Exceptional design solutions
Proven expertise
Award-winning results
Strong community focus
Sustainable practices
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client needs. We specialize in educational facilities, public safety buildings, and healthcare environments across the Southwest. Our team integrates technology and environmental stewardship to deliver innovative solutions that enhance community well-being while meeting strict budgetary requirements.
Sustainable Design
We implement sustainable design principles through LEED-certified practices and integrated design processes. Our approach balances environmental responsibility with practical functionality, creating energy-efficient buildings that reduce operational costs while maintaining aesthetic quality and long-term value for educational institutions and public agencies.
Project Planning
Comprehensive project planning services guide clients from concept to completion. We analyze site conditions, regulatory requirements, and budget constraints to develop strategic plans for educational facilities, public safety complexes, and healthcare institutions throughout New Mexico and surrounding regions.
Building Renovation
Our renovation expertise transforms existing structures into modern, code-compliant spaces. We specialize in upgrading educational facilities, historical buildings, and public institutions while preserving architectural integrity and improving energy efficiency through innovative retrofitting techniques and contemporary design solutions.
Public Safety Facilities
We design purpose-built public safety facilities including fire stations, emergency operations centers, and detention complexes. Our designs prioritize operational efficiency, first responder safety, and community accessibility while meeting rigorous functional requirements for law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency management agencies.
People
Ray Vigil
President
With over 30 years of architectural experience, Ray founded Vigil & Associates in 2001 after working at ASA Architects. He specializes in educational facility design and sustainable architecture, leading award-winning projects across the Southwest.
Vicente Castillo
Principal Architect
As Albuquerque Director, Vicente brings extensive expertise in public sector projects. He manages complex architectural assignments for educational institutions and government agencies, ensuring designs meet functional requirements while maintaining aesthetic excellence.
Ken Gutierrez
Senior Project Manager
Ken oversees Las Cruces operations with 25+ years of regional architectural experience. He specializes in coordinating multidisciplinary teams for large-scale public projects, maintaining strict adherence to budget and schedule parameters.
Alisa Pavlakovich Giron
Architect
Licensed architect with expertise in educational facility design. She contributes to K-12 and higher education projects, focusing on creating learning environments that support pedagogical goals and student engagement.
Charles Carlson
Architect
Experienced designer with specialization in public safety facilities. He develops functional, code-compliant designs for fire stations, emergency operations centers, and law enforcement complexes across New Mexico.
Questions
What architectural services does Vigil & Associates offer?
We provide full-service architectural design, planning, and renovation services for educational facilities, public safety buildings, healthcare institutions, and sustainable developments across the Southwest.
How long has Vigil & Associates been in business?
The firm was founded in 2001 by Ray Vigil, though our team members collectively have over 100 years of regional architectural experience.
Do you specialize in sustainable design practices?
Yes, we're committed to environmental stewardship with LEED-certified professionals and multiple sustainable projects including gold and silver LEED-certified buildings.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve New Mexico with offices in Northern and Southern regions, handling projects across the Southwest including Texas and Arizona.
What project types do you specialize in?
We focus on educational facilities (Pre-K-12 and higher education), public safety complexes, healthcare institutions, and community development projects throughout the Southwest.
