who we are
Chris Dorsey Architects is a Los Angeles based architecture firm specializing in creative commercial buildings, environments, and spaces.
Our work is rooted in the belief that architecture should be expressive, intentional, and evocative. We embrace the notion that art and design have the power change the world, even if only one tenant improvement at a time. In a world where everything is becoming more digital, we love the analog. The experience of music on vinyl, the feel of a handmade object, the visual presence of a darkroom print. While we certainly utilize the latest digital technologies in our process, we embrace art, handcraft, and true materials in our design.
Our process is one of collaboration and creative exploration, where we champion the best ideas from wherever they may come. We approach each project as a new story being told from the very beginning. Working closely with our clients to understand their specific needs, and examining the existing site conditions to unlock the uniqueness and hidden potential we can harness, we are problem solvers as much as we are artists, and editors as much as we are creators. Though each project is unique, the goal remains the same. A satisfied client excited about their new building, a business thriving in its new space, an architecture that leaves a lasting impression on those who experience it.
We are licensed to practice architecture in California as well as a few other states.
THE FOUNDER
Chris Dorsey is a licensed architect & artist with more than 15 years of experience in commercial and residential architectural design.
Chris Dorsey Architects is based in Los Angeles, however his work spans multiple cities and states across the USA. He works with small businesses locally, growing brands nationally, as well as international brands bringing their concepts to the USA from overseas.
Chris approaches architecture as a collaborative and creative process, shaped by a background in the arts. A former guitar player turned photographer and painter, he brings a strong artistic sensibility to each project - from designing custom furniture and lighting, to integrated artwork and creative material expression.
He holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Kennesaw State University in Georgia, and a Masters from The Pratt Institute in New York.
If you have questions about a project or an idea you would like to discuss, Chris would love to hear from you.
