Business Details
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Bakersfield, CA
Ordiz-Melby Architects has built a reputation for delivering innovative architectural solutions rooted in collaborative design principles. Our firm specializes in serving institutional and commercial clients across Kern County and surrounding areas, with expertise in educational, healthcare, and commercial facility design. Guided by core values of integrity and community support, we prioritize sustainable practices and lasting client relationships.Our diverse team brings decades of combined experience, including LEED-certified professionals and industry-recognized leaders. Through hands-on principal involvement and cutting-edge design methodologies, we create spaces that enhance user satisfaction and community well-being. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our portfolio of award-winning projects and active participation in local professional organizations.
Services
Educational Architecture
Healthcare Design
Commercial Projects
Religious Facilities
Sustainable Design
Master Planning
Interior Design
Construction Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in educational and healthcare facility design
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals with specialized sustainability expertise
- We maintain hands-on principal involvement in all project phases
- Our BIM processes enhance design clarity and documentation efficiency
- We've designed Kern County's first community park through pro-bono work
Associations and certifications
- Southern California Minority Supplier Development Council
Services
Educational Architecture
Our educational architecture services focus on creating innovative learning environments that meet evolving pedagogical needs. We specialize in K-12 schools, community colleges, and vocational training centers. Our designs incorporate natural lighting, flexible spaces, and sustainable materials to enhance student engagement and operational efficiency. With decades of experience in Kern County's educational infrastructure, we deliver facilities that support modern teaching methodologies while maintaining budgetary constraints.
Healthcare Design
We create functional, patient-centered healthcare environments that balance technical requirements with healing aesthetics. Our expertise spans hospitals, clinics, and specialized treatment centers. We incorporate evidence-based design principles to improve patient outcomes while ensuring compliance with strict regulatory standards. Our team understands the unique operational demands of healthcare facilities, delivering spaces that optimize workflow efficiency and accommodate future technological advancements.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design practice integrates energy-efficient systems and environmentally responsible materials throughout all project phases. We specialize in achieving LEED certification and net-zero energy goals, as demonstrated by our award-winning Career Technical Education Center. Our approach combines passive design strategies with active systems optimization to reduce environmental impact while maintaining occupant comfort. We help clients achieve long-term cost savings through strategic sustainability planning.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans that guide the long-term development of educational and institutional campuses. Our process involves stakeholder engagement, site analysis, and phased implementation strategies. We create flexible frameworks that accommodate growth while maintaining architectural coherence. Our plans prioritize accessibility, sustainability, and efficient land use, ensuring that facilities evolve to meet future needs while respecting existing infrastructure and community context.
Religious Facilities
We design sacred spaces that balance spiritual significance with functional requirements. Our religious facility expertise includes churches, temples, and community centers that accommodate diverse worship practices. We work closely with congregations to create spaces that reflect their traditions while incorporating modern amenities. Our designs emphasize acoustical performance, flexible layouts, and symbolic architectural elements that enhance spiritual experiences while meeting accessibility standards.
People
Danny Ordiz
Principal
With over 30 years of experience, Danny Ordiz leads energy-efficient design initiatives and serves as client advocate. Recognized as Bakersfield Hispanic Chamber Business Man of the Year, he maintains hands-on project involvement and previously led the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce.
Jeannie Bertolaccini
Principal
A LEED-certified principal with 30+ years in medical and commercial architecture, Jeannie mentors STEM students and leads complex projects. She serves on the Kern Economic Development Foundation board and has held leadership roles in the AIA Golden Empire Chapter.
Manuel Maldonado
Principal
Specializing in educational design, Manuel brings LEED expertise and community-focused vision. He pro-bono designed Earlimart's first community park and maintains active roles in Rotary and architectural professional organizations.
Joseph Zasoski
Associate
A USC-trained architect with business administration background, Joseph contributes technical expertise and community engagement. He actively participates in Bakersfield Young Professionals and shares architectural knowledge with local students.
Robert Trost
Associate
With 40+ years of experience, Rob provides regulatory expertise and client confidence. A former AIA Golden Empire Chapter President, he combines technical knowledge with communication skills to ensure successful project delivery for public and private sector clients.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in educational facilities, healthcare design, commercial projects, religious facilities, and sustainable architecture with LEED-certified professionals on staff.
Do you work with institutional clients outside Kern County?
While based in Bakersfield, we serve clients throughout Central California with expertise in institutional projects for school districts and government agencies.
How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs?
We integrate energy-efficient systems, natural lighting, and sustainable materials while pursuing LEED certification and net-zero energy goals in appropriate projects.
Can you handle complex, large-scale projects?
Our principals have decades of experience managing complex institutional projects, including multi-phase educational facilities and medical centers requiring regulatory compliance.
How do you approach community-focused design?
We engage stakeholders through collaborative processes and have completed pro-bono community projects like Earlimart's Rotary Park, reflecting our commitment to local development.
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