Business Details
Award-Winning Architectural Design in Houston
Collaborative Designworks is a full-service architectural firm specializing in residential and commercial projects. Our approach emphasizes collaboration, ensuring client needs are translated into innovative design solutions. We focus on creating engaging environments that blend functionality with aesthetic appeal. With decades of combined experience, our team delivers tailored architectural services, including planning, interiors, and construction management.We prioritize sustainable design practices and have earned recognition through numerous industry awards. Our commitment to exceeding client expectations drives every project we undertake. We serve clients who value thoughtful, modern design that stands the test of time. Our work has been featured in prominent publications and design tours nationwide.
Services
Architecture
Custom Homes
Sustainable Design
Interior Design
Construction Management
Highlights and features
- We offer full architectural services for residential and commercial projects
- Our team creates engaging environments tailored to the user
- We have over 20 years of experience in innovative design
- Our projects have won multiple AIA awards
- We provide LEED-certified sustainable design solutions
Associations and certifications
- LEED
Services
Architecture
We provide comprehensive architectural design for residential and commercial buildings. Our team creates innovative, functional spaces that meet client needs while adhering to sustainability standards. Projects range from custom homes to commercial developments.
Custom Homes
Specializing in bespoke residential architecture, we design homes that reflect individual lifestyles. Our process incorporates modern aesthetics, energy efficiency, and seamless indoor-outdoor integration. Each project receives personalized attention from concept to completion.
Sustainable Design
We integrate eco-friendly practices into all design phases, including LEED certification guidance. Our sustainable solutions focus on energy efficiency, material selection, and environmental impact reduction while maintaining design integrity.
Interior Design
Our interior design services create cohesive, functional spaces that complement architectural elements. We handle custom millwork, fixture selection, and furnishing design for residential and commercial clients seeking modern, livable environments.
Construction Management
We provide full construction management services to ensure design intent is maintained throughout building phases. Our team coordinates with contractors, manages timelines, and conducts quality control checks for residential and commercial projects.
People
James M. Evans
Principal Architect
AIA award-winning architect with over 15 years of experience in residential and commercial design. Specializes in sustainable architecture and modernist aesthetics.
Alexis Franco
Design Associate
Residential design specialist with expertise in creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. Focuses on client collaboration and innovative material applications.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services for residential and commercial projects, including design, planning, construction management, and sustainable design solutions.
Do you work on both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we offer architectural design and management services for both residential homes and commercial developments.
Are you LEED-certified professionals?
We provide LEED-certified sustainable design solutions and have experience with green building standards.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily work in Houston, Texas, but have completed projects across Texas and West Virginia.
How do you collaborate with clients?
We use a collaborative framework to translate client needs into design solutions through regular communication and iterative design reviews.
Can you handle construction management?
Yes, we provide construction management services to ensure design integrity is maintained throughout the building process.
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Reviews (7)
Cara Whitaker
May 04, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
We had an excellent experience working with Jim. He is talented and thoughtful with a great eye for detail. He is a consummate professional.
We had an excellent experience working with Jim. He is talented and thoughtful with a great eye for detail. He is a consummate professional.
James Calaway
Apr 04, 2021
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My wife and I have a modern home that we purchased from the builder. After 7n years we realized that we needed to rethink the front of the home from a design and materials perspective. What we had was not up to our standards. We knew that in order to achieve our design objectives we needed to find a terrific architect that focused on contemporary design. We did extensive research and found Jin Evans the lead at Collaborative Design. As soon as we met Jim and understood his exacting sense of design, we knew he was our architect. The experience with Jim was ideal. From the design discussion stage
Phebe Chen
Apr 02, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
We have built 2 other homes before and this is by far the best experience we have had. Jim is knowledgeable, honest, and does great work. He is unpretentious and has a great eye for fluidity and functionality of space. We downsized from Bellaire and are enjoying our home in Montrose. Thank you Jim!
We have built 2 other homes before and this is by far the best experience we have had. Jim is knowledgeable, honest, and does great work. He is unpretentious and has a great eye for fluidity and functionality of space. We downsized from Bellaire and are enjoying our home in Montrose. Thank you Jim!
Linda Sins
Mar 31, 2021
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This is the third house we have built and the experience greatly surpassed the previous ones. As it was our first time selecting contemporary architecture, I confess to being a bit unsure. All worries immediately evaporated as we worked with Jim. His attention to detail and responsiveness to client wishes exceeded expectations. Because of Jim's design talent and building competence, the process was fluid, flawless and ahead of schedule. And we have the most "user friendly" house imaginable. A perfect marriage of form and function. I would award more stars if I could.
Ryan Duguid
Mar 24, 2021
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Jim has always been at the forefront of modern architecture and design since I first met him back in the 90s. Since then I've had the opportunity to get to know Jim on a personal level and watch him build an impressive portfolio. It was a pleasure to work with Collaborative Design Works on the Woodhead Double project and I hope to find an opportunity to work together again in the future.
Roy Locke
Mar 16, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Always shows up on the AIA home tour with a beautiful home. Great to collaborate with.
Always shows up on the AIA home tour with a beautiful home. Great to collaborate with.
Theo Mallinson
Dec 03, 2017
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Long time customer... intelligent and practical design process, hands on execution, and beautiful results.
