Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Firm Comparison: Olson Kundig Architects vs STUDIO B Architects






Olson Kundig Architects

http://www.olsonkundigarchitects.com
Founded by Jim Olson in 1967
Based in Seattle
Currently there are approx. 90 Employees
Current principal/owners include:
 Jim Olson, FAIA
Tom Kundig, FAIA
 Kirsten Murray, AIA 
and Alan Maskin

Pros: They hold weekly crits; Incorporate work of local artists and craftspeople into their buildings; 
Actively involved in local community

Cons: (According to glassdoor.com):

 “Process could be more rigorous and consistent throughout the company. Management doesn't always grow talent.”

“As an intern your responsibilities are understandably limited. Pay was not great.”





Studio B Architects

http://www.studiobarchitects.net
Established 1991 in Aspen CO by Scott Lindeneau
Only 8 employees with the occasional consultant
Gross income: approx. $350,000 /yr
Structured around an atelier (workshop) style studio
Mainly residential work rooted in strong modernist aesthetic 

Pros: They also hold weekly pinups; small firm = more intimate involvement with projects; “all hands on deck” approach

Cons: Small social networking and marketing outreach



                                                                                                             - Editor: Sam Godar

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