Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Carlsbad, CA
Founded in 1987 by Faramarz Jabbari AIA, NCARB, ARK Architects has established itself as a trusted leader in architectural design across California and beyond. Our firm brings over three decades of experience in creating multifamily residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments that prioritize functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic excellence. With a deep commitment to understanding client visions and site-specific contexts, we deliver tailored solutions that enrich communities and stand the test of time. Our team of certified professionals combines technical expertise with creative innovation to address complex challenges in projects ranging from high-rise condominiums to adaptive reuse developments.Recognized for award-winning designs, we maintain rigorous standards of professionalism, transparency, and client collaboration. Our work reflects a philosophy that architecture shapes human experiences and community dynamics, driving us to exceed expectations in every project phasefrom concept to construction. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, we serve clients across the western United States, offering localized insights and national-scale capabilities.
Services
Multifamily Residential Design
Commercial Architecture
Mixed-Use Development
Master Planning
Adaptive Reuse Projects
Inclusionary Housing
Hospitality Complexes
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of architectural expertise since 1987.
- Our AIA/NCARB-certified team delivers code-compliant, innovative designs.
- We specialize in sustainable solutions for multifamily and commercial projects.
- Our client-centric approach ensures tailored, site-specific architectural plans.
- Award-winning designs recognized across California and the western U.S.
Associations and certifications
- AIA
- NCARB
Services
Multifamily Residential Design
We design modern multifamily housing including apartments, condominiums, and inclusionary housing. Our approach balances density with livability, incorporating sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems. Projects span garden-style, mid-rise, and high-rise configurations tailored to urban and suburban contexts.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial architecture services cover office buildings, retail centers, and hospitality complexes. We create functional spaces that enhance brand identity and customer experience while meeting zoning regulations and accessibility standards across California and neighboring states.
Mixed-Use Development
We specialize in mixed-use developments combining residential, retail, and public spaces. Our designs optimize land use through integrated planning, addressing transportation, pedestrian flow, and community needs while maintaining aesthetic cohesion.
Adaptive Reuse Projects
We transform existing structures into modern, code-compliant spaces through adaptive reuse. This includes historic buildings and outdated commercial properties, applying innovative engineering to extend structural life while meeting contemporary functional requirements.
Master Planning
Our master planning services create comprehensive blueprints for large-scale developments. We analyze site conditions, infrastructure needs, and growth patterns to develop phased plans that guide sustainable urban expansion and neighborhood revitalization.
People
Faramarz Jabbari
President / Architect
AIA and NCARB-certified architect with 50+ years of experience. Founded ARK Architects in 1987 after working in Iran and three San Diego firms. Specializes in multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use projects, with designs recognized nationally for innovation and sustainability.
Questions
What architectural services does ARK Architects offer?
We provide multifamily residential, commercial, mixed-use, and adaptive reuse design services, along with master planning and inclusionary housing solutions.
Which states do you serve?
We operate primarily in California, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, Washington, and Oregon, with completed projects across the western United States.
How long has ARK Architects been in business?
Since 1987, delivering architectural solutions for over 35 years with a focus on sustainable, client-driven design.
What makes your firm unique?
Our combination of international experience, AIA-certified expertise, and localized approach ensures designs that balance innovation with practicality for diverse project types.
Do you handle large-scale developments?
Yes, we specialize in large multifamily complexes, high-rise buildings, and mixed-use urban projects requiring phased planning and regulatory expertise.
Reviews (1)
College Copy Center
Jul 27, 2019
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A customer came into our store with plans designed by ARK that were too detailed to print. I contacted ARK to have the files edited for printing and they were very fast and kind! Nasr made it happen! We appreciate the help!
