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NEWS & RECOGNITION

"While we're proud of the accolades we've received, they are only one way we measure our success."

What People Are Saying About SSA.

The work of our Boulder-based architecture firm has been featured in a variety of publications and has won many awards over the years. Although these awards and publications reflect an appreciation for our firm's design work, they are only one component of how we measure our success. Meeting and exceeding client expectations through collaboration, service and innovation is paramount to the firm's approach and philosophy. To stay up-to-date on recent firm press we have received from the Colorado architecture community and beyond, we invite you to bookmark this page and visit it often.

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6.08 Frank Romero, Intern Architect, gains LEED accreditation! The United States Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) recognizes design professionals who display expertise in green building techniques & systems. We are proud to formalize our dedication to environmentally sustainable building practices with Frank's achievement. Congratulations, Frank!

2.08 Boulder Housing Partners in partnership with Boulder's I Have A Dream Foundation, breaks ground on a new Community Center designed by Stephen Sparn Architects, PC.


Stephen Sparn (far left) and Ashley Pitts (far right) attend the ground breaking ceremony for the BHP/IHAD Community Center

Testimonials  

"Bob and I are savoring every moment in our new home. We thank you for all you did to help us create it from beginning until the end." -- Joan Lieberman, Boulder, CO

"We absolutely love the design -- you could not have captured out vision any better." -- John and Carol Hoeffler, Boulder

"What an excellent house this is! I feel the design suits our needs very well...you know what things cost and you know how to make the most of them...you are a skilled mediator ....you've helped make this a low stress experience..." -- Tim & Deborah Long, Boulder, CO

"I am lucky to have found you as an architect! Your listened well to my ideas and used your expertise and artistic ability to create and expand on them. And I love the results!" -- Olivia Edwards, Boulder, CO

"Thank you for all the support, guidance and inspiration you provided rebuilding The Chapman House." -- Brian McCarthy, Boulder, CO

"You did an outstanding job for us! The design is wonderful! It is seamless, respects the integrity of the house and is a delight to live in! You are very talented architects." -- Suellen & Travis White, Denver, CO

Awards

1999 Historic Preservation Award, 603 Arapahoe Avenue
1996 AIA Merit Award, Willard Building renovation and rehabilitation.
1996 Downtown Management Commission Award, Willard Building renovation and rehabilitation.
1995 Historic Preservation Award, Willard Building commercial renovation and rehabilitation.

 

1990 Denver Metro Homebuilders Design Excellence, Sparn Residence.
1986 Historic Preservation Award, First Church of Christ Scientist.
1984 Energy Pacesetters Award, Solarus Square.
1978 Passive Solar Residential Design Competition Winner, Guimond Residence.