Ai Collaborative

Philosophy

Our core philosophy is to combine the disciplines of architecture and interior design in an open and collaborative work environment. This integrated approach aims to produce a superior result in terms of:

• Functionality
• Aesthetics
• Cost effectiveness

AIC places equal importance on the design and quality of interior spaces and on the study of exterior architectural forms and massing. The relationships between interior spaces are treated as a central part of the overall architectural design and experience, rather than as a secondary concern.

• Architecture
• Interior design
• Programming
• Master planning
• Feasibility studies
• Space planning
• Interior test fits
• Construction documentation
• Construction administration

Design tools and technology

All drawings and work are produced using state-of-the-art architectural design software capable of:

• Detailed 3D modeling studies
• Photo-realistic presentation renderings
• 3D printing

• Repkon USA – CREW Tampa Bay Deal of the Year
• Velera at Sparkman Wharf – CREW Tampa Bay Office Deal of the Year
• Fisher Investments at Renaissance Center – Tampa Bay Business Journal Best Real Estate Deals – Deal of the Year
• The Sapphire – Tampa Bay Business Journal Best Real Estate Deals – Top Retail Deal
• 1502 East 7th Avenue – Tampa Bay Business Journal Best Real Estate Deals – Top Retail Deal
• Certified Gold Business Award – Family Friendly Tampa Bay

2024

• Certified Gold Business Award – Family Friendly Tampa Bay

2023

• Best Architecture Firm of the Year – NAIOP Tampa Bay Chapter Best of the Best Awards

2022

• Kforce Midtown Headquarters – NAIOP Tampa Bay Chapter Best of the Best Awards – Best Office Project
• German American Building Adaptive Reuse – Hillsborough County Planning and Design Awards – Award of Excellence (Redevelopment Category)

2019

• L3 Technologies @ 490 1st Ave South – CREW Tampa Bay Excellence Awards – Winner, Interior Architecture / Interior Design

2018

• Frank Recruitment Group @ 501 E Kennedy – CREW Tampa Bay Excellence Awards – Winner, Office Lease Transaction
• CWU Support Services – CREW Tampa Bay Excellence Awards – Interior Architecture / Interior Design Excellence Award
• CWU Support Services – Tampa Bay Business Journal – Finalist, "Coolest Office Spaces"; Winner, "Coolest Kitchen / Break Area" category

2017

• CWU Support Services – AIA Tampa Bay Design Awards – Merit Award

2016

• Best Architectural Firm – NAIOP Tampa Bay Chapter Best of the Best Awards
• Ashley Global Retail HQ – CREW Tampa Bay Excellence Awards – Construction Renovation Excellence Award
• Coca-Cola Beverages Florida – CREW Tampa Bay Excellence Awards – Interior Architecture / Interior Design Excellence Award

2015

• Ashley Global Retail – NAIOP Tampa Bay Chapter Best of the Best Awards – Best Repurpose Project
• Intrepid Power Boats Headquarters – CREW Tampa Bay Excellence Awards – Exterior Architecture Excellence Award
• Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce – Small Business of the Year Finalist – 5–20 Employee Category

2014

• Westshore Center – CREW Tampa Bay Excellence Awards – Interior Architecture Excellence Award

2013

• Bloomin' Brands – CREW Tampa Bay Excellence Awards – Interior Architecture / Interior Design Excellence Award
• Best Architectural Firm – NAIOP Tampa Bay Chapter Best of the Best Awards

2009

• Tampa Bay Business Journal – #1 Interior Design Firm – 2009 Book of Lists

2008

• Tampa Bay Business Journal – #1 Interior Design Firm – 2008 Book of Lists
• Glacial Water and Ice Manufacturing Plant – AIA Tampa Bay Design Awards – Merit Award for Architecture, Commercial Category

2007

• Tampa Bay Business Journal – #1 Interior Design Firm – 2007 Book of Lists (under Alfonso Architects Interiors)

2006

• Tampa Bay Business Journal – #2 Interior Design Firm – 2006 Book of Lists (under Alfonso Architects Interiors)
• WilsonMiller, Inc. – NAIOP Tampa Bay Chapter Best of the Best Awards – Outstanding Rehab Building Project

2005

• Tampa Bay Business Journal – #1 Interior Design Firm – 2005 Book of Lists (under Alfonso Architects Interiors)

DeliverHealth Solutions Headquarters

• Complete interior remodel of an existing one-story office building constructed in the mid-1970s.
• Included upgrades to electro-mechanical systems, roof and restrooms in all common areas.
• Contemporary, quasi-industrial interior aesthetic that complements the mid-century modern exterior of the building.
• Design takes advantage of large expanses of perimeter storefront glazing to bring natural light into the interior and maximize views of mature oak trees around the site.
• Provides a mix of private and collaborative workspaces, interactive training rooms and market development offices.
• The Client Experience Center supports both in-person and virtual engagement, with a state-of-the-art audiovisual system integrated into the space.
• Features include a curved, 24-foot-wide video wall, specialty lighting and video cameras to support teleconferencing and podcast production.

Tampa Green Beret Team House

• Serves as a headquarters and social gathering space for the U.S. Army Special Forces Association Chapter LX and the Tampa Green Beret Association.
• Approximately 6,045 square feet and conceived as a symbolic gateway to nearby MacDill Air Force Base.
• Large community room and "Underground Tavern" bar can be rented as an event venue for meetings, banquets, receptions, education and training for both military and civilian groups.
• Entry canopy is inspired by steerable parachutes used by airborne Special Operations forces.
• Lobby features shield-shaped banners representing each of the seven currently active Special Forces Groups; these emblems, or "flashes," are worn on the berets of soldiers assigned to each Group.
• Twelve columns provide a symbolic reference to the 12-person Operational Detachment Alpha (ODA) teams, including ODA 595, the "Horse Soldiers" depicted in the film "12 Strong."

• Corporate tenant improvement (T.I.)
• Corporate headquarter design
• Office buildings
• Call centers
• Law offices
• Specialty retail
• Higher education facilities
• Restaurants and hospitality
• Bio-pharma facilities
• High-tech manufacturing facilities
• Custom furniture design
• Furniture coordination
• Historic rehabilitation
• Adaptive re-use

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