Our Story

Beginnings...

The elements that foster a community also incorporates a variety of ideologies into the design of buildings. Architecture has always had an influence in defining community and place. For nearly 20 years, the founding Principal at KHB Architecture Studios has had the opportunity to contribute to the creation, enhancement, and rehabilitation of various communities. Through the planning, development, design, and construction of residences, urban infill, mixed use, condominium, senior living, hospitality, hospitals, parking structures, government projects, and other commercial projects we have worked with our clients to help promote a sense of community.

Our focus is working alongside our clients, whether they are a residential client, architecture firms, general contractors, attorneys, construction management firms, or developers. Getting through the design phase can be a great experience, because this is where you start to see your needs being molded into something special.

Understanding how to help facilitate a smooth construction process was just as important as the design. We have unique experiences that understand construction and getting the project to the successful end. We have, also, become experts in code reviewing, understanding of construction documents and instruments of service, building envelope, expert witness, and constructability reviews.

We here at KHB Architecture Studios understand how to support clients by listening to their needs and grasping their vision to create the result of success for everyone involved. Let us know how we can get you to the result that you are looking for.

About Us

K. Heather Brakefield

I got into design at an early age. I was completely hooked on drawing houses and any other building. My crayons were well used. As I got older, my passion and creativity for design only grew.

I have been working in the architecture field for the past 20 years. I bring creative, cost-effective solutions to every project in an environment of collaboration. I approach projects with a determined focus on reducing unknowns, eliminating challenges, and bringing my clients to success.

I have experienced many aspects of the architectural business. I hold a Master’s of Architecture from the University of Cincinnati. I had a unique opportunity during my college years to work full time in a firm as part of my education with multiple internships spread across the nation. Through my work in public and private sectors, I gained experience coordinating with a number of local, state, and national regulatory agencies including the Housing and Urban Development, USDA Rural Development, County and multiple County and City departments, and many others. I have become an expert in building envelope design, constructability reviews, code review. accessibility (ADA) compliance surveys and transition plans, feasibility studies, and more.

My project spectrum includes public housing, renovations, hospitality, recreation, retail, office, medical (hospitals and medical offices), mixed-use, urban infill, multi-family housing, international, transportation, and residential work.

Licensed:

AZ #64075

CA #C33730