Cureo Architecture + Design is founded on the idea that people come first in every aspect of what we do. We lead with curiosity, creativity and empathy to find beautiful and innovative solutions that bring joy to the human experience.

  • Curiosity is leading with questions and an open mind to truly understand the client, their goals, their hopes and dreams for their project. Curiosity means uncovering “the why” before trying to develop a solution. It is always leading with humility toward the unknown and being open to new ideas.

  • Creativity is about thoughtfully solving a distinct problem with a specific vision for each client, responding to their needs in the most diligent and deliberate way possible. Leading with creativity ensures that designs are beautifully and uniquely curated to each client and their goals.

  • We believe that design is a function of empathy. No matter the project type or scale, humanity is at the center of what we do, and empathy acts as a guide to hearing and understanding the human needs that are central to each project throughout the design and construction process.

Design Approach

Modern interior space with a wooden dining table, maroon upholstered chairs, black pendant lights, pink walls, and arched doorways.

We believe that lives are made better through thoughtful design. In approaching a project, we start with questions and discussion to define the project vision and guiding principles with a client. This understanding of the project and client better enables the creative process, bringing innovative ideas to the forefront and emphasizing empathy in considering the human user in every decision.

We also believe you can achieve a sort of harmonic experience by overlapping the often-siloed worlds of architectural and interior design. Working within the overarching planning and program as well as the more nuanced details of furniture and materials creates designs that are finely tuned to the functional and emotional needs of an end user. When this type of conceptual thread exists, you can feel it walking into the space. The massing, planning, furniture, lighting, materials all hang together in harmony. You can see and feel the continuity of thought, the various design notes coming together like a well-rehearsed symphony. This approach to design develops purpose driven spaces as unique and beautiful as the people they are for.

Our Services

We have extensive experience in a variety of commercial project types including workplace, hospitality, and building repositions. We are also highly capable in residential, including remodels, refreshes and furniture selection.

Programming + Visioning

Planning

Conceptual Design

Documentation + Permitting

Finishes, Lighting + Furniture Design

Construction Administration

  • Modern interior space with high ceilings, exposed ductwork, wall-mounted lights, colorful chairs, a patterned rug, large windows, a potted plant, and a mix of contemporary and rustic design elements.
  • A display case with six electric guitars, each with different body shapes and colors, mounted on a black railing against a textured white background.
  • Exterior wall with a herringbone brick pattern, a modern black and white hanging light fixture, a large window reflecting blue sky, and a concrete sidewalk with ornamental grasses in the foreground.
  • Interior of a modern restaurant or cafe featuring a dark green tiled curved wall, a wooden table, a decorative chair with a cushioned back, and plants, with large windows allowing natural light to fill the space.
  • Modern cafe interior with large hanging lights, wooden tables, and beige cushioned chairs. Floor-to-ceiling windows reveal city skyscrapers outside. The background features a colorful mural of flowers and greenery.
  • A modern office lounge area with large windows, green accent wall, various potted plants, and hanging light fixtures.
  • Interior of a modern cafe or restaurant with hanging wooden lattice pendant lights, a wooden table with a potted plant, chairs around the table, and a background with a dark-colored wall, window, and floral armchairs.
  • A room with pink walls and a grey carpet, separated by a semi-transparent curtain with a black and white pattern at the bottom, hanging from an archway.
  • A modern office hallway with a light wood floor, glass-walled conference rooms, and framed artwork on the walls. Overhead industrial-style lighting and exposed ductwork are visible on the ceiling.
  • Urban building exterior with large glass windows, brick walls, and a staircase leading up to a terrace with string lights. Potted plants and small trees are present in the courtyard.
  • Sign that says 'TOWER LOBBY' in illuminated letters on a marble wall, with modern ceiling lights and decorative tiles above.