Business Details
45 Years
experience
Architects in Pittsburgh, PA
Founded in 1981, TAI + LEE has established itself as a leader in architectural innovation, delivering solutions across residential, commercial, and sustainable design sectors. Our firm combines over four decades of experience with a commitment to adaptive reuse, neighborhood revitalization, and cutting-edge sustainable practices. We pride ourselves on maintaining direct principal involvement in every project, ensuring seamless communication and quality control from concept through construction.Our work has earned national recognition, including awards for housing and commercial design, and we remain dedicated to advancing MBE/WBE participation in community development. With a focus on technology integration and environmental stewardship, we provide full-service architectural solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client and community.
Services
Residential Infill
Commercial Adaptive Re-Use
Sustainable Design
Historic Restoration
Urban Planning
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in sustainable and adaptive reuse design
- Our firm has received national awards for residential and commercial projects
- Direct principal involvement ensures quality control from concept to completion
- We maintain MBE/WBE certification for community development participation
- Our team integrates advanced technology for visualization and project management
Associations and certifications
- Minority & Woman Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE)
Services
Residential Infill
Designing context-sensitive residential infill projects that integrate with historic neighborhoods while meeting modern living standards. Our approach preserves streetscapes while incorporating sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems. We collaborate with community organizations to create affordable housing solutions that enhance urban fabric.
Commercial Adaptive Re-Use
Transforming existing commercial structures into functional spaces through adaptive reuse strategies. We specialize in preserving historical elements while implementing modern systems for energy efficiency and occupant comfort. Our work includes retail centers, banking facilities, and industrial conversions like Birmingham Place.
Sustainable Design
Implementing energy-efficient solutions using LEED standards and life-cycle analysis. Our sustainable approach includes daylighting strategies, recycled materials, and bio-based products. We offer consulting services for high-performance buildings and have developed state-wide environmental standards for Pennsylvania.
Historic Restoration
Restoring historically significant buildings while maintaining original architectural integrity. Our award-winning work includes National Historic Register projects and creating design guidelines for preservation districts. We combine traditional techniques with modern building science.
Urban Planning
Developing comprehensive plans for neighborhood revitalization and mixed-use developments. We create zoning strategies that balance growth with preservation, as demonstrated in our Fineview Crest masterplan and Murray Avenue guidelines projects.
People
Yoko Tai
Owner & Principal Architect
Licensed architect with 40+ years of experience in sustainable design and urban revitalization. Leads all projects from concept through construction, ensuring quality control and client satisfaction. Assembled a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive architectural services.
Stephen R. Lee
Consulting Principal
Co-founder and LEED AP certified architect with expertise in sustainable design systems. Serves as Head of Carnegie Mellon's School of Architecture and directs the Master of Science in Sustainable Design program. Provides consulting services for international clients.
Questions
What architectural services does TAI + LEE offer?
We provide residential infill, commercial adaptive reuse, sustainable design, historic preservation, and urban planning services tailored to community needs.
How long has TAI + LEE been in business?
Our firm has delivered architectural solutions since 1981, with over 40 years of combined experience from our principals.
Are TAI + LEE architects LEED certified?
Yes, our co-founder holds LEED AP certification and directs sustainable design programs at Carnegie Mellon University.
Do you work on historic building projects?
Yes, we specialize in historic adaptive reuse with award-winning projects like Birmingham Place and Citizens Industrial Finance Corporation rehabilitation.
Can you handle complex urban revitalization projects?
Our expertise includes neighborhood revitalization, zoning code revisions, and creating design guidelines for urban districts like Murray Avenue.
