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In the world of architecture, where challenges are as common as blueprints, there’s an adage that rings true: “Why be a ‘no-way’ person when you can be a ‘find-a-way’ enthusiast? Life’s too short for ‘can’ts’ and ‘won’ts’!” At Ionic DeZign Studios, we’ve made it our mission to embody this ‘find-a-way’ spirit in everything we do.

The ‘No-Way’ vs. ‘Find-a-Way’ Mindset

Many architectural firms are quick to utter the dreaded “no-way” in the face of complex client wishes and challenging projects. They cite reasons like time constraints, budget limitations, or stringent processes, effectively closing the door on innovative possibilities. But we’ve chosen a different path—one paved with a resounding “find-a-way.”

The Client’s Vision, Our Blueprint

At IONIC, we firmly believe that our client’s wishes and dreams are the driving force behind every project. Our commitment to turning their vision into reality is unwavering. Instead of dismissing challenges with a “no,” we see them as opportunities to exercise our problem-solving prowess.

Challenge Accepted: Time and Cost Efficiency

One common roadblock in architecture is the perception that certain designs or requests are too time-consuming or costly to execute. While these concerns are valid, our approach is to find a way creatively to achieve our client’s goals without compromising quality or breaking the bank.

Innovative Processes: Where Tradition Meets Innovation

Some architectural firms’ processes have evolved over centuries, however, most have not. At IONIC we’ve not bound ourselves by tradition. We marry tried-and-true methods with innovative thinking, seamlessly blending the old and the new to create unique solutions.

The ‘Can-Do’ Attitude of Our Team

The backbone of our ‘find-a-way’ enthusiasm is our incredible team. Our DeZigners all share a ‘can-do’ attitude that propels us forward. Challenges are met with brainstorming sessions, creativity charettes, and an unwavering commitment to finding a solution.

Client Success Stories: Where Dreams Become Reality

The proof of our ‘find-a-way’ approach lies in our client success stories. We’ve taken on projects that other firms deemed impossible, turning them into architectural successes that exceed expectations.

Life’s Too Short for ‘Can’ts’ and ‘Won’ts’

In the grand scheme of life, there’s little room for negativity. Saying “can’t” or “won’t” not only limits possibilities but also dampens the spirit of innovation. At Ionic DeZign Studios, we’ve chosen to embrace the ‘find-a-way’ mentality because we believe that where there’s a will, there’s a blueprint.

Join Us on the ‘Find-a-Way’ Journey

As we continue to challenge the status quo, we invite you to join us on this ‘find-a-way’ journey. Together, we’ll turn your dreams into blueprints, navigate challenges with a positive culture, and redefine what’s possible within our sphere of architecture.

The Ionic DeZign team has named Speight Marshall Francis our Consultant of the Quarter for the forth quarter of 2023! Each quarter we identify a consulting partner who is the “best to work with” as voted by our DeZigners. The award is presented to a company that repeatedly goes above and beyond in supporting the IONIC team and servicing our mutual clients.

Congratulations to the Speight Marshall Francis! We look forward to many more successful projects together.

Ionic DeZign Studios has accumulated a broad range of experience over its more than 20-year history. The firm has performed master planning, interior design, space planning, contract administration (and more) for projects ranging from community worship centers to cutting-edge office buildings, apartments, retail and industrial facilities. But experience isn’t the only secret of IONIC’s success. It’s another word: teamwork.

“Teamwork makes the team, work”

As a Core Value, teamwork is not taken lightly around here. We spend ample time contemplating ways to encourage our people and improve team processes. It’s impossible to simplify it all into a list, but we’re going to pick out a few of the most important aspects of our team-based company culture.

Candor – Good ideas come from anywhere. In order for those ideas to be brought forth, the freedom to speak without fear of being shot down, criticized or penalized is critical. We believe that every idea is worth sharing and that honest feedback is the responsibility of every team member.

Retreats – We schedule time away from the studio with our team on a quarterly basis to review status, plan and discuss ways to improve the way they work. These sessions throughout the year confirm that our team is healthy and eager to find new ways to improve projects and processes.

Fun – We take random opportunities to stop work, bond with the team and have fun. We also try to keep our work fun, itself! By connecting with people on a more personal level, we build a dedicated, loyal team that loves what they do.

Credit – We give our team “ownership” over the work they perform. Our team members are given the responsibility and freedom over their creativity and what they produce. They have a stake in every decision.

Tools – Imagine a rough framing carpenter without a proper framing hammer. The nail may be driven, but with difficultly, inefficiency and a very unhappy carpenter. We invest in the tools needed to properly communicate and perform our work. Software, hardware and everything in between is kept up to date and appropriate for the work that we are producing.

Excellence – We strive for excellence, not perfection. Much frustration in leadership stems from leaders requiring their team to perform the work the same way that they would. We have built our team with smart, creative people and choose to let them do what they do.

IONIC would be much different today without the well-functioning team atmosphere we’ve cultivated. It would be impossible to push boundaries, expedite designs, satisfy clients or even complete the simplest of plans without a team that goes to work for each other.

Take a look below at what some of our team members are working on!