Business Details
27 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architecture & Interior Design in Seattle
Since 1999, SKB Architects has been crafting sensory-rich environments that connect people, businesses, and communities in meaningful ways. Founded by Shannon Gaffney, Kyle Gaffney, and Brian Collins-Friedrichs, our Seattle-based firm thrives on collaboration and a diverse portfolio, where each project informs and inspires the next. We approach design with integrity, passion, and optimism, deeply invested in the process as much as the outcome. Every project is shaped by a respect for history, place, materiality, and community vitality. Our work reflects its people and surroundings, creating spaces that feel authentic, connected, and inherently of their place. With expertise in full-service architecture, interior design, and urban planning, we deliver tailored solutions for residential, commercial, and public spaces.Our team includes founding partners, principals, and associate principals who bring decades of collective experience to every project. We prioritize client collaboration, ensuring designs align with functional needs and aesthetic visions. From concept development to construction administration, our process emphasizes sustainability, innovation, and community impact. Recognized for transforming spaces like the US Bank Center and WSECU Plaza, we remain committed to creating environments that enhance human connection and local identity.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Masterplanning
Site Analysis
Pre-Design
Programming
Feasibility Studies
Code Analysis
Visioning
Concept Development
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have been crafting sensory-rich environments since 1999.
- Our collaborative approach ensures client-centric designs.
- We respect history, place, and community vitality in every project.
- Our diverse portfolio spans urban, residential, and commercial developments.
- Our team includes founding partners with decades of architectural expertise.
Services
Full-Service Architecture
We offer end-to-end architectural solutions, from initial concept to final construction. Our approach integrates design integrity with practical functionality, ensuring each project aligns with client goals and community needs. Expertise spans urban, residential, and commercial developments.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client preferences. We emphasize materiality, lighting, and custom elements to enhance user experience and reflect brand identity or personal style.
Masterplanning
We develop comprehensive masterplans that balance urban development with environmental and community considerations. Our process includes site analysis, zoning compliance, and long-term sustainability strategies to guide large-scale projects.
Feasibility Studies
Our feasibility studies assess project viability through code compliance, zoning regulations, and cost analysis. This ensures realistic, legally compliant solutions that align with client budgets and objectives.
Concept Development
We translate client visions into actionable design concepts, focusing on innovation and practicality. Our process includes visioning workshops, benchmarking, and iterative design reviews to refine ideas into cohesive plans.
Questions
What services does SKB Architects offer?
We provide full-service architecture, interior design, masterplanning, feasibility studies, and construction administration for urban, residential, and commercial projects.
Where is SKB Architects located?
Our main office is at 2333 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98121, serving clients locally and nationally.
How long has SKB Architects been in business?
Since 1999, we’ve delivered architectural solutions with a focus on collaboration, sustainability, and community impact.
What types of projects do you handle?
We specialize in urban, residential, workplace, hospitality, and retail projects, creating spaces tailored to client needs and local contexts.
Do you offer sustainable design solutions?
Yes, sustainability is central to our practice, led by our Director of Sustainability & Social Responsibility, ensuring eco-conscious materials and energy-efficient systems.
Reviews (1)
Zack
Nov 10, 2018
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Excellent librarian! Hannah is artistic and intelligent. This firm was the most fun Ive ever had pitching a new product. They do great work and have amazing projects. Shanon went to Texas A & M, so its no surprise they do such good work! Just check out their portfolio and see for yourself.
