Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in San Jose, CA
ABA Studios is a full-service architecture, planning, and interior design firm dedicated to creating functional, beautiful environments that support learning, wellness, culture, and the public good. Founded in 1984, we have partnered with public and private clients to design libraries, academic buildings, healthcare facilities, housing for individuals with developmental disabilities, and civic spaces. Our offices in San Jose and Claremont, California, serve as hubs for delivering enduring architecture that balances human, social, economic, and environmental factors. Our collaborative, inclusive process guides clients through every project phase, from stakeholder engagement and vision articulation to technical execution and construction oversight.We take pride in the positive impact our work has on communities, with award-winning projects like the Martin Luther King Jr. Joint-Use Library and El Gabilan Library exemplifying our commitment to architecture for all. Our practice emphasizes sustainability, design innovation, and a deep understanding of each project's unique context, ensuring spaces that inspire learning, growth, healing, and connection.
Services
Strategic Planning
Architecture
Interior Design
Sustainability Consulting
Community Projects
Education Facilities
Healthcare Design
Portfolio Review
Design Consultation
Master Planning
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of experience in community-focused architectural design.
- Our collaborative process ensures stakeholder input drives project success.
- Sustainability is integrated into every aspect of our design approach.
- Award-winning projects demonstrate our commitment to design excellence.
- We specialize in creating spaces that enhance learning, wellness, and community engagement.
Associations and certifications
- USGBC
- 2030 Commitment
What people say
Award-winning designs
Collaborative approach
Sustainable solutions
Community-focused projects
Transformative spaces
Services
Strategic Planning
ABA Studios provides comprehensive strategic planning services that integrate stakeholder input and market analysis. Our collaborative process ensures alignment with organizational goals while addressing site context, sustainability, and operational needs. With expertise in healthcare, education, and community planning, we create actionable roadmaps for long-term success.
Architecture
Our full-service architecture practice creates enduring, functional spaces tailored to client aspirations. Using a holistic approach, we translate visions into inspirational environments that balance aesthetic, technical, and budgetary requirements. Projects range from campus buildings to individual homes, emphasizing human-centered design.
Interior Design
ABA Studios' evidence-based interior design integrates with architectural planning to create healthy, functional spaces. We study client needs and sustainable trends to craft environments that inspire and evolve. Our collaborative process ensures seamless integration of aesthetics, functionality, and wellness principles.
Sustainability
Sustainability is foundational to our practice. We embed ecological solutions into every project, developing customized strategies that respond to site context and client goals. Our Sustainability Action Plan aligns with the 2030 Commitment, ensuring measurable environmental impact reduction.
Community Projects
Specializing in community-building typologies, we design libraries, civic spaces, and housing for individuals with developmental disabilities. Our approach prioritizes public engagement and social impact, creating spaces that foster connection, learning, and accessibility while addressing unique community needs.
People
Ashly Vineyard
Associate
NCIDQ-certified designer with expertise in balancing aesthetic vision with client needs. Promoted to Associate in 2025 for contributions to welcoming, functional environments across diverse projects.
Vidya Vemula
Senior Project Manager
2025 Employee of the Quarter recipient. Brings extensive project management experience to healthcare and education facilities, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction through meticulous coordination.
Katherine Rivard
Community Practice Leader
Leads community-focused design initiatives with a commitment to inclusive, impactful architecture. Specializes in creating civic spaces that address social equity and public engagement.
Lee Salin
Education Practice Leader
FAIA-certified expert in educational facility design. Focuses on creating inspiring learning environments that support pedagogical innovation and student well-being across K-12 and higher education sectors.
Krista Nelson
Health & Wellness Practice Leader
AIA-certified specialist in healthcare design. Develops therapeutic environments that prioritize patient comfort and operational efficiency, with notable work in medical office buildings and clinical spaces.
Questions
What architectural services does ABA Studios offer?
ABA Studios provides strategic planning, architecture, interior design, and sustainability consulting for community, education, and healthcare projects.
How does ABA Studios approach sustainable design?
We integrate ecological solutions into every project through our Sustainability Action Plan, focusing on customized strategies that reduce environmental impact while meeting client needs.
What types of projects does ABA Studios specialize in?
We specialize in libraries, academic buildings, healthcare facilities, civic spaces, and housing for individuals with developmental disabilities across California.
What makes ABA Studios different from other architecture firms?
Our collaborative process, 40-year track record, and commitment to community impact through design excellence and sustainability set us apart.
Reviews (1)
Shweta Joshi
Oct 11, 2018
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In the heart of downtown. I was there for one AIA event. The management here is very inspiring and great leadership team.
