Our Approach

Lunning Wende conceives and builds robust, evocative environments manifesting the highest aspirations of people, revealing the underlying qualities of place, and strengthening the interconnection between the two. We work to make the world a better place— environmentally, socially, and culturally.

Sustaining, Enduring Spaces

Applying technology to endure for centuries. Make positive contributions to the natural environment. Alleviate the impact on the environment

Authentic, Inviting Spaces

Creating meaningful places and communities. Educating users and the larger community.

Open, Flexible Collaborations

Participation with the broadest team possible; to get all voices heard. Collaboration with all stakeholders/disciplines from day 1. Collaborative process that values the best ideas over ownership of ideas

Creative, Liberating Processes

In each project’s approach and the outcomes/solutions that are identified. Constant search for new client and consultant voices. No “one size fits all” methodologies

Potent, Fruitful Relationships

Building respect and integrity. All voices are heard. We work to improve relationship between people and their environment. Our work centers on supporting and enhancing clients’ values and unique cultures

Co-Designed Project Delivery

Project stakeholders continually contribute to project from pre-design through construction. Designers oversee project through the construction phase

Client-Centered Design

Commitment to a participatory design process. Build collaborative relationships with clients. Value the quality of ideas over the ownership

Holistic Problem Solving

Work with the client team to assess culture, values and other driving forces. No “one size fits all” methods or solutions

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

We work hard to find the custom team experts for your project. Various disciplines and stakeholders contributing ideas throughout the process

Level of Pre-Design Investigation

Lunning Wende spends more time investigating client issues/needs.

Dedication to Design Quality & Performance

We build 100 year buildings. Dedication to design sustainably and apply all best practices. Improving user experience through design.

Design Thinking & Scenario Planning Approach

Responds to the reality of communities’ true circumstances.

30+ Years of Experience Brought to Every Project

Have deep portfolio of work/experience with your planning and architecture problem. Award-winning designs. Experience navigating the processes.

Solutions that Surprise

Discovering your problem's true undercurrents. Identifying opportunities where none seemed to exist before. Advancing final solutions divergent from initial ideas.