Gideon Danilowitz, born in South Africa, immigrated to the United States at the age of eleven. He received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Architecture from the University of Michigan. He has over twenty years of experience in residential and commercial architecture and has worked for the award winning firms of Paulett Taggart Architects in San Francisco, dU Architects in Venice, California, Roger Ferris + Partners in Westport, Connecticut and Seaver Franks Architects in Tucson. He is currently living in Tucson, and works in Connecticut, California and Arizona.
Gideon is a licensed architect and a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). He is a LEED AP and has incorporated active and passive systems into his projects to increase sustainability. Prior to practicing architecture, Gideon interned at the Chinati Foundation in Marfa, Texas. At Chinati he honed his perception of the integral relationship between site and structure, which drives Gideon's sensibility today.
Process
Architecture evolves out of the site conditions as each site is unique. We believe in the integral relationship between site and structure and that sustainable design begins with the orientation of the building on the site. The site includes all factors that have a direct impact on the project. We analyze the topography, surrounding neighborhoods, city codes, client desires, sun angles and wind directions to create spatial experiences that allow people to connect with their environment.
We work closely with clients to develop their visions and provide the following professional services:
Phase I: Field Measurement and Documentation of Existing Conditions
Phase II: Schematic Design
Phase III: Design Development
Phase IV: Construction Documents
Phase V: Bid Process/Contractor Selection
Phase VI: Construction Administration