A business relies on its architecture both to present its public identity and to provide an appropriate work environment. Economic considerations must be carefully managed to ensure that the architectural result speaks of a strong commercial institution, rather than budget constraints.
Retail projects have the added challenge of attracting shoppers and encouraging them to browse and purchase. Kiss + Cathcart avoids au courant and "themed" designs in favor of engaging, well-arranged spaces that encourage longer stays and repeat visits. In our retail work, we have found that designing stores as high-impact "destinations" is seldom as effective as simply making pleasant places people enjoy visiting.
Kiss + Cathcart has 15 years of experience helping business owners make architecture that achieves their aspirations. We also help our clients understand the many constituencies that commercial projects must address: owners must see a return on their investment, employees must be able to work effectively, and patrons must be comfortable and suitably impressed.
ecology = economy 
