Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Design Services in Spokane
At ALSC Architects, we transform client visions into meaningful architecture that inspires and advances missions. Founded in 1948 by Thomas R. Adkison, our firm has spent 77 years shaping communities through innovative design, from the iconic EXPO 74 World's Fair to modern athletic facilities. Our collaborative process begins with understanding clients' unique needs, values, and cultures, which inform guiding principles that direct every project. With a team of AIA-certified professionals and LEED-accredited experts, we combine technical excellence with creative storytelling to craft spaces that reflect our clients' identities. Our commitment extends beyond buildingswe dedicate hundreds of hours annually to community service, partnering with over 50 organizations to improve the Inland Northwest. From initial concept to construction completion, our leadership provides personalized guidance, ensuring every project aligns with both functional requirements and aspirational goals.Our work has earned national recognition for simple yet inspired architecture that addresses specific site challenges while creating distinctive, purposeful spaces. With offices in Spokane, Washington, we serve clients across the Pacific Northwest and beyond, blending regional expertise with international experience. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, open communication, and mentorship, fostering an environment where diverse talents create exceptional architectural solutions. This philosophy has sustained five generations of architects who continue advancing our founder's vision: that great architecture emerges when problems inspire innovative, context-driven design.
Services
Architectural Design
Sustainable Design
Project Management
Community Planning
Facility Renovation
Educational Architecture
Athletic Facility Design
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- 77 years of regional architectural expertise since 1948
- Collaborative design process with client-specific guiding principles
- Hundreds of annual community service hours across 50+ organizations
- AIA-certified professionals with LEED accreditation
- Award-winning designs recognized nationally for innovation
Associations and certifications
- AIA
- LEED AP
Services
Architectural Design
We create purposeful architectural solutions through client-centered design. Our process begins with understanding organizational missions, values, and functional requirements to develop spaces that advance client objectives. From concept to construction, our AIA-certified team combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver award-winning buildings that solve complex challenges while creating inspiring environments for occupants.
Sustainable Design
Our LEED-accredited professionals integrate sustainable practices into every project phase. We prioritize energy efficiency, material optimization, and environmental harmony while maintaining design integrity. Through innovative solutions like passive solar design and stormwater management systems, we create buildings that minimize ecological impact while maximizing long-term operational efficiency for educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and community organizations.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management from initial planning through construction completion. Our team coordinates all stakeholders, maintains budget discipline, and ensures timely delivery of complex architectural projects. With proven processes and quality control systems, we manage timelines, contractor coordination, and regulatory compliance to transform design concepts into reality while maintaining the original vision and functional requirements.
Community Planning
Our firm specializes in creating spaces that strengthen community connections. We develop master plans for civic facilities, public parks, and mixed-use developments that address both current needs and future growth. By engaging stakeholders and analyzing site contexts, we design environments that foster social interaction, economic vitality, and cultural expression while respecting historical and environmental contexts.
Educational Architecture
We design learning environments that enhance educational outcomes and student engagement. Our K-12 and higher education projects prioritize flexible spaces, natural lighting, and technology integration while supporting safety and accessibility. From elementary schools to university research facilities, our designs create inspiring settings that adapt to evolving pedagogical needs while becoming community landmarks that serve generations of learners.
People
Ken Murphy
Principal
With decades of architectural experience, Ken Murphy leads design teams in creating innovative educational and civic spaces that reflect community values while meeting functional requirements.
Indy Dehal
Principal
As a LEED-certified architect, Indy Dehal specializes in sustainable design solutions that balance environmental responsibility with aesthetic excellence across diverse project types.
Troy Bishop
Principal
Troy Bishop brings extensive expertise in project management, overseeing complex architectural projects from concept through construction with meticulous attention to detail and client needs.
Kim Phelps
Principal
Kim Phelps focuses on community-driven design, creating spaces that strengthen social connections and enhance public engagement through thoughtful architectural solutions.
Sheila Boyce
Principal
As an ASHE-certified professional, Sheila Boyce specializes in healthcare architecture, designing healing environments that prioritize patient comfort and operational efficiency.
Questions
What architectural services does ALSC offer?
We provide comprehensive architectural design, sustainable building solutions, project management, community planning, and facility renovation services for educational, athletic, and civic projects.
How does ALSC approach client collaboration?
Our principle-based design process starts with understanding client values and mission through extensive consultation, creating guiding principles that shape every design decision throughout the project lifecycle.
What experience does ALSC have in educational architecture?
With 77 years of experience, we've designed numerous K-12 schools, university facilities, and community colleges, including projects for Spokane Public Schools and Whitworth University.
Do you serve areas outside Spokane?
While based in Spokane, we serve clients throughout the Pacific Northwest and have completed projects in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho for educational institutions and community organizations.
How does ALSC incorporate sustainability?
Our LEED-certified architects integrate sustainable practices through energy-efficient systems, material optimization, and environmentally conscious design strategies tailored to each project's specific needs.
What community involvement does ALSC prioritize?
We dedicate hundreds of annual hours to local organizations, offering pro bono design services and volunteering with over 50 community groups to improve the Inland Northwest region.
Reviews (1)
Joshua Tripp
Jul 06, 2017
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As a landscape architect I have had the distinct honor of collaborating with ALSC's talented team for several years. I am never surprised, but always astonished, at the creativity and complexity of their design solutions. They truly bring their clients' stories to life!
