Formative Architecture

Architecture happens at many different scales, from towering buildings to shade structures at a park. Most importantly architecture is about enhancing the human experience! Pictured here is Formative’s design of a shade sculpture at Rio Rancho Campus Park, designed in partnership with our friends at Pland Collaborative, Luchini Trujillo Structural Engineers, and fabricated by Pascetti Steel Design, Inc. 📸: Patrick Coulie Photography . Be sure to visit our website to watch a video filmed by Apollo Road showcasing the fabrication of the shade sculpture! . . . #Architecture #Scale #HumanExperience #Design #FormativeArchitecture

Formative has partnered with Franken Construction on a new Skilled Nursing Home Facility for Rio Arriba County. The first of its kind in the County, the 33,000 square foot facility will offer 60 skilled nursing beds and 12 rehabilitation beds. The larger program and design lends itself to healing with natural materials, shaded outdoor spaces, plenty of natural light, a gym, and multi-use activity rooms. The project is scheduled to begin construction in 2025. . . . #FormativeArchitecture #Design #SkilledNursing #NaturalMaterials #Renderings #DesignBuild

We will never take for granted the stunning landscapes of New Mexico. Traveling around the state we are often reminded to pause and take in simple moments like gazing at a clear starry night sky near Carlsbad, NM. There is nothing quite like it. 📸: Jethro Swavely . . . #Formative #Architecture #NightSky #NewMexico #AppreciationPost

We love kicking off new projects with site visits, especially when it’s in a beautiful place like the New Mexico Reforestation Center in Mora, NM! Architectural design is a team effort, and we often invite the entire office to participate in these exciting beginnings. There's nothing quite like seeing the potential of a project site firsthand to ignite our creativity! #SiteVisit #TeamWork #NewProject #Architecture

We worked with YES Housing, Inc. and the Agri-Cultura Cooperative Network on a conceptual design for a new aggregator facility. These renderings were created to assist in securing funding for this exciting project located in the Mountain View Community of the South Valley. Currently planned for a site that was previously used for agricultural purposes, this project will help bring locally produced and sustainable food to the community in the future! Project Team: Pland Collaborative, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers and Architects, YES Housing, Inc. and the Agri-Cultura Cooperative Network #Architecture #Design #Planning #Agriculture #Community

What a view! We have a very cool project currently under construction, the Eagle Nest Comfort Station. What is a comfort station you may ask? It provides campers with restroom facilities, showers, shade, and drinking water stations. With gorgeous views of Eagle Nest Lake and the surrounding mountains, the project is expected to wrap up construction later this year. Work completed with Cobb Fendley and New Mexico State Parks 🔨 : #esaconstruction • • • #refuge #nmstatepark #naturalarchitecture #outdoors #campgrounds #getoutside #nmarchitects #local #northernnm #nmoutdoors

Formative recently worked with a client to further develop proposed campgrounds north of Albuquerque. A full planning and design package, complete with custom tent platforms, fire rings, raised work surfaces, restrooms, picnic stations, firewood boxes, and bear safe refuse containers, every detail reflects our commitment to creating spaces that harmonize with the environment, ensuring a memorable experience for all campers. 🏕️ Swipe to explore the site and some of the conceptual design elements! • • • #camping #outdoordesign #wayfinding #signagedesign #design # outdoor #newmexico #designaesthetic #custom

Formative Architecture and Sam Sterling Architecture swapped computer screens for campfires on a combined camping trip at the Amole Canyon Group Shelter in Carson National Forest. From scenic hikes to playful pups and plenty of s’mores it was an invigorating weekend together! #WorkplaceCulture #Collaborate #Camping #Balance

We want to extend a warm welcome to Noreen Kramme as the newest member of the Formative team! Noreen joins the team as our Marketing Director and specializes in maintaining a strong brand identity, online presence, and collaborating on winning proposals. She particularly enjoys the creative teamwork in marketing and seeing real results like winning projects and boosting brand awareness. In her free time, you can find her going on runs and walks around Downtown Albuquerque, finding energy and inspiration in the scenic routes. Noreen brings a unique blend of technical knowledge with a background in Architecture and creative strategy to the Formative team and is looking forward to continuing to elevate the firm’s brand even further!

We are so excited to welcome Richard Pham to our team! Richard will be joining the team as an architectural associate. He has valuable experience in a variety of project types including education - pre-k through higher ed - commercial office, manufacturing, and aquatics facilities. He thrives on the challenge of learning new skills, whether it's completing construction document sets, designing a new building type, or figuring out complex construction details. Outside of work, Richard loves engaging himself in creative outlets like drawing or tackling home improvement projects. When he has time, he also enjoys solo travel, which gives him the opportunity to immerse himself in new cultures. We're excited to have Richard on board and look forward to the unique perspectives he'll bring to our team!