About Us+You
We refer to it this way on purpose. It's not about us, but rather about how we relate to you. There is no TriArch without you, so any discussion about our philosophies are always filtered through both you and us.
We exist to shepherd the client through the building process and to embrace responsibility for the enrichment of the occupant's experience.
There are two parts to this goal. The first is to take seriously the expectations of the owner or client during the design and construction process and to help guide those expectations with talent, effort, communication, and thoroughness.
Many times a building project endeavor can take 18 months or more. That is a formidable about of time with thousands of decisions to be made along the way. You need an architectural firm that remembers what you don't know, and that works hard to inform you and educate you along the way. Most architects can design an attractive, functional building. While we feel our designs are both attractive and functional, we realize that what usually goes wrong on a project is thwarted expectations of the client. We work hard to make sure that doesn't happen.
The second part of our mission is to embrace the responsibility for the enrichment of the experience of the occupant. We design a building for 10, 20 and even 50 years in the future, with great care taken for eventual occupants and users. Not every scenario can be foreseen in the future, but using fundamental practices that are tried and true, we know that we can give a firm foundation for the building's intent. It's about the users, not the building. The building exists to enrich the user experience, not vice-versa. We are dedicated to that principle.
Our Story
So who are we? We invite you to find out. Since 2004, TriArch has been leading the way for innovative designs and architectural solutions in the Tulsa and surrounding areas. In these pages, you will find out the breadth of our work experience as well as the depth of our sensitivity to the client’s concerns and wishes.
Most buildings are designed to be cost efficient for the construction cycle, but with little regard for the operating costs of the building once it is occupied. Through LEED design principles (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design). We design from the ground up to minimize operating costs with the end result being more money for a client's wishes and aspirations.
Oklahoma is 45th in the nation in buildings that are designed to optimize energy efficiency and life-cycle operating costs. There is a great opportunity for new and existing buildings to embrace the many benefits of a more holistic design strategy.
TriArch LEED Office Building
We believe in this holistic design principle and it’s in our company DNA. So much so that we put our money where our mouth is. As featured in the Tulsa World on April 28, 2009, we are practicing what we preach. In 2009, we purchased a 7,500sf building in east downtown Tulsa and we completely refurbished it, conforming to LEED standards.
Our office building is Tulsa’s only LEED-registered structure in the downtown area. We wanted to renovate a building with historic significance located in a quickly-revitalizing area of downtown for our new offices. Originally built as the Rainbo bread building in 1919, the building was used to store bread made in adjoining buildings and load it onto waiting trucks to distribute nationally.
The original structure was a 50’x150’ building with brick load bearing walls. The structure has a metal truss system that held up the roof at a height of 20’. In a renovation in the 1970’s, the roof was replaced with a pan-joist precast concrete system. The building was completely empty with little infrastructure when we purchased it. It was selected because of it’s rich heritage, it’s adaptability potential, it’s strong structural roof, it’s proximity to mass transit, and its location as a potential cultural event center.
To achieve LEED certification, we implemented the following strategies:
- "Green" roof with vegetation
- Low-flow showers
- Dual-flush toilets
- Extensive use of daylight to minimize artificial lighting during the day
- Multi-zone Heating and Air to enhance control
- Passive and Active Ventilation System throughout building
- Low-VOC (volatile organic compound) materials throughout
- Recycled and refurbished doors and windows throughout
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| Exterior Before | Exterior After |
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| Interior Before | Interior After |
The end result is a dynamic, fun place to work and be creative. We believe the process of going through this for ourselves has made us appreciate what owners go through during the design process, and it has reinforced our resolve to give the best service and truly shepherd the client.
Conclusion
Our Architectural process is one of excitement, growth and fulfillment. It is one that renders a successful building project and builds a team that will work together for years to come. At TriArch we are committed to helping the owner with what promises to be a successful and enjoyable project experience.