Business Details
Award-Winning Architectural Services Nationwide
ARE Associates is a multi-year Inside Self Storage Best of Business award-winning architectural firm dedicated to delivering high-quality, client-focused solutions nationwide. Our approach combines sufficient human resources with a robust project management system to ensure timely and efficient project execution. We guarantee principal involvement throughout every project phase, leveraging the latest CADD technology to accelerate production times while maintaining precision. Our team specializes in overcoming complex site challenges and maximizing rentable areas for optimal client returns. With decades of experience and licensure in six states, we provide comprehensive architectural servicesfrom initial design and consultation to permit processing and nationwide project management.Our expertise spans commercial development, retail architecture, office buildings, industrial projects, and self-storage solutions. We maintain low overhead to offer competitive fees without compromising service quality or deliverables. Our nationwide reach and deep understanding of local regulations enable seamless project facilitation across the United States. Client satisfaction is prioritized through transparent communication, principal-level engagement, and a commitment to exceeding industry standards.
Services
Self-Storage Design
Architectural Design
Design Consultation
Permit Processing
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We guarantee principal involvement throughout every project phase.
- Our team uses advanced CADD technology for faster, accurate deliverables.
- Licensed in six states for nationwide regulatory compliance expertise.
- Competitive fees maintained through low overhead and efficient processes.
- 35+ years of experience in commercial, retail, and industrial architecture.
What people say
Award-winning service
Competitive fees
Principal involvement
Nationwide reach
Efficient processes
Services
Self-Storage Design
We deliver complete self-storage design packages from concept to completion. Our expertise maximizes rentable area for optimal client returns while ensuring regulatory compliance. Nationwide project management ensures seamless execution across diverse markets.
Architectural Design
Our full-range architectural design services solve complex site challenges. Using advanced CADD technology, we create efficient, high-quality plans tailored to client needs across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors.
Project Management
We oversee all project phases from initial design to completion. Our system ensures timely delivery while maintaining strict quality control and adherence to client specifications nationwide.
Design Consultation
Our team provides expert architectural guidance during initial planning phases. This proactive approach identifies potential challenges and optimizes project outcomes through principal-level expertise.
Permit Processing
We navigate complex permit requirements with precision. Our multi-state licensure and local market knowledge ensure efficient approvals while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
People
Ken Carrell
Founder
Ken Carrell leads all projects with 35+ years of architectural experience. Licensed in six states, he specializes in commercial development, land planning, and ADA compliance surveys.
Questions
Can you work on projects outside California?
Yes, we provide architectural services nationwide and are licensed in six states.
What makes your fees competitive?
Low overhead allows us to pass savings to clients without sacrificing quality.
Which states are you licensed in?
We are licensed in California, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, and Texas.
What project types do you handle?
We specialize in commercial, retail, industrial, self-storage, and residential projects.
