Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Services in Los Angeles
Mlarchitecture has been delivering comprehensive architectural services for over 28 years, specializing in client-oriented solutions across institutional, commercial, educational, residential, and entertainment sectors. Our team combines LEED-certified expertise with deep knowledge of California environmental standards and state approval processes through DSA and OSHPD. We maintain a 90% repeat client rate by prioritizing personalized service, detailed documentation, and construction oversight that minimizes change orders. Our collaborative approach integrates consultants for electrical, structural, and mechanical systems while maintaining strict compliance with building codes.With extensive experience in projects ranging from $50,000 to $50 million, we provide full lifecycle support from conceptual design to construction completion. Our formal communication planning ensures stakeholder alignment throughout project milestones. Certified as both a Small Business Enterprise and Minority Business Enterprise, we serve as trusted district architects for major educational institutions while maintaining rigorous quality control through digital project management tools.
Services
Master Planning
Architectural Design
Construction Oversight
Site Assessment
Programming
Code Compliance
Project Management
Facility Evaluation
Educational Design
Sustainable Architecture
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- 28 years of architectural experience with 90% repeat clients
- LEED-certified professionals with California green building expertise
- Proven success navigating DSA and OSHPD approval processes
- Comprehensive project documentation reduces construction change orders
- Certified SBE/MBE with extensive educational facility experience
Associations and certifications
- LEED
- Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Services
Master Planning
Our master planning service creates comprehensive facility strategies through collaborative stakeholder engagement. We assess existing infrastructure, analyze educational program needs, and develop phased implementation plans that prioritize sustainability and code compliance. This process includes site analysis, space programming, and cost-benefit evaluation to ensure long-term functionality across K-12 schools, universities, and institutional campuses.
Architectural Design
We transform conceptual ideas into functional designs that balance aesthetic vision with practical requirements. Our services cover schematic design, construction documentation, and permit coordination. Specializing in educational and institutional facilities, we ensure designs meet ADA standards, seismic safety codes, and California's Title 24 energy efficiency requirements while maintaining contextual harmony with existing environments.
Construction Oversight
Our construction oversight ensures design intent translates to physical reality through rigorous quality control. We manage RFIs, track change orders, and conduct site visits to verify compliance with plans. Our digital project management system maintains transparency across stakeholders while minimizing budget deviations and schedule delays during the critical construction phase.
Site Assessment
We conduct thorough evaluations of existing buildings and infrastructure to determine replacement value and renovation needs. Our multidisciplinary approach assesses structural integrity, mechanical systems, and code compliance while considering life-cycle costs. This service supports informed decision-making for modernization projects or new construction alternatives.
Programming Services
Our programming phase establishes clear project parameters through stakeholder interviews and facility audits. We define spatial requirements, functional relationships, and budget constraints to create data-driven design briefs. This service ensures alignment between client objectives and architectural solutions, particularly for complex educational and institutional projects.
People
Mun C. Leu
President
28-year architectural veteran with expertise in institutional and educational projects. LEED AP certified, registered in California, and AIA member. Specializes in seismic upgrades, facility modernization, and DSA-compliant design for K-12 schools and universities.
Alexander Tan
Senior Architect
35-year architectural professional with extensive experience in property assessments and educational facility design. Registered in California, with expertise in campus master planning and compliance with state building codes for public institutions.
Thuan Phan
Project Manager
26-year project management specialist with focus on K-12 schools and higher education facilities. Proven track record with DSA and OSHPD approvals, including HVAC modernization projects and student housing developments across California.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in educational facility design, master planning, code compliance, and construction oversight for K-12 schools, universities, and institutional projects across California.
How experienced are your architects with state approvals?
Our team has 28 years of experience navigating DSA and OSHPD requirements, with proven success in securing approvals for complex educational and healthcare facilities.
Can you handle large-scale construction projects?
Yes, we manage projects from $50,000 renovations to $50 million new constructions, with established processes for budget control and quality assurance.
Are you certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, we're certified as both a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with LAUSD and SCMSDC.
How do you ensure project timelines stay on track?
We use digital project logs to track all changes and maintain strict documentation, reducing delays through proactive communication and code compliance checks.
