Business Details
9 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design in San Francisco
Ignition Architecture is a woman-owned firm dedicated to creating bold, imaginative architectural solutions that combine functionality with aesthetic appeal. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in designing modern, sustainable environments for residential, commercial, hospitality, and civic projects. Our collaborative approach ensures clients' needs are met from concept through construction, delivering spaces that elevate everyday experiences.We prioritize innovation in materials and methods while maintaining economic and environmental responsibility. Our team's expertise spans multifamily housing, affordable housing, retail spaces, and cultural institutions, with a focus on enhancing community engagement through design. Recognized for award-winning work, we bring technical precision and creative vision to every project, ensuring lasting value for clients and end-users.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Design
Affordable Housing
Hospitality Projects
Civic & Cultural Spaces
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We bring 20+ years of architectural expertise to every project.
- Our collaborative process ensures client needs are fully realized.
- Award-winning designs combine creativity with technical precision.
- Specialized in sustainable and economically responsible architecture.
- Experienced team excels in diverse project types and scales.
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP BD+C
What people say
Elevate peoples lives
Delight to residents
Looks good
Excellent researcher
Creative vision
Services
Residential Architecture
We create modern residential spaces tailored to client lifestyles while balancing budget and sustainability. Our expertise spans single-family homes, multifamily developments, and major renovations. Projects emphasize natural light, functional layouts, and material innovation to enhance daily living experiences.
Commercial Design
Our commercial designs translate brand identities into physical environments through strategic material choices and spatial planning. We specialize in retail stores, office renovations, and mixed-use developments that optimize functionality while creating memorable customer experiences through architectural storytelling.
Affordable Housing
We develop cost-effective, dignified housing solutions for diverse populations including seniors and developmentally disabled adults. Our approach combines regulatory compliance with design innovation to create communities that foster social interaction and long-term resident satisfaction through thoughtful amenities and layouts.
Hospitality Projects
We craft immersive environments for hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues that reflect brand character while enhancing guest experiences. Our work focuses on spatial flow, material authenticity, and creating memorable atmospheres that balance aesthetics with operational efficiency for hospitality operators.
Civic & Cultural
We design community-focused spaces that strengthen public engagement through inclusive architecture. Our civic projects prioritize accessibility, environmental sustainability, and cultural relevance, creating gathering places that reflect local identity while meeting functional needs of diverse populations.
People
Veronica Hinkley Reck
Principal-in-Charge/Design Director
Veronica leads design vision and client collaboration, translating concepts into award-winning architectural solutions. With AIA certification, she ensures creative integrity throughout project execution while maintaining budgetary discipline.
Divya Jayaram
Project Designer
Divya provides design and BIM expertise, combining technical proficiency with research-driven problem solving. Her architectural approach balances innovation with practical implementation across diverse project types.
Jaime Macrina
Senior Project Manager
Jaime brings 15 years of multidisciplinary experience in multifamily and supportive housing projects. Her expertise includes sustainability programs and integrated design solutions for complex urban environments.
Sharon Lahr
Senior Technical Architect
Sharon specializes in technical oversight and code compliance for large-scale projects. As a LEED AP BD+C and AIA member, she ensures rigorous documentation standards and construction quality control.
Georgina Vernon
Designer
Georgina contributes international design perspective and 3D visualization expertise. Her background in Ireland, Australia, and the UK informs innovative architectural representation and cross-cultural design solutions.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential, commercial, affordable housing, hospitality, and civic projects. Our expertise includes new construction, renovations, and sustainable design across urban environments.
How does your design process work?
We begin with client visioning sessions, followed by schematic design, development, and construction documentation. Our collaborative process includes regular client reviews and technical coordination with consultants.
Are you experienced with sustainable design?
Yes, our team includes LEED AP-certified architects with extensive experience in energy-efficient systems, material optimization, and green building certifications for diverse project types.
Do you handle both design and construction phases?
We provide full-service architecture from concept through construction administration, ensuring design intent is maintained during implementation while coordinating with contractors and consultants.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in San Francisco, we work throughout California including Alameda, San Diego, and Los Angeles counties, with completed projects across various urban and suburban environments.
