“We don't prioritize the technical aspects of architecture over the human and the spirit aspects of architecture.”
JavierA Deep Understanding of Every Client
“I really enjoy the collaborative process here. I feel, as an interior designer, I'm an equal part on our project teams.”
JamieIntegrating Interior Design
“The collaboration with our clients - who are leading and changing the world - it keeps us on our toes.”
PhilipNo barrier to creative solutions
“Flad has a very horizontal structure. Team based - but with very strong support surrounding the team.”
SeongCreating Something from Nothing
“Flad has been a really wonderful place to gain multiple sets of experiences in different settings.”
MarcSeeking out your path
“Flad has been extremely supportive in my professional development, and also in letting me be a great mom.”
JenniferBalancing a career and family
“The framework for the practice continues to evolve and reflect what our clients are confronted with.”
Bill BulaFlad President
“Flad's cultural structure is very open, and upper management is right in there with you working.”
SinhA balance of structure and freedom
“There's a lot of informal mentorship that goes on here, and I've never seen an instance where people weren't willing to help you.”
RafeeqNever a dull day
“Expectations when you come out of school are that you're going to work hard and do a specific thing. What was shocking was the access that I got to clients and being engaged in the thought process.”
ChitaniEarly career exceeding expectations
“Flad is an environment where I can personally work with the president of the company on a daily basis.”
MattBeing Part of a Greater Team
“We have the backing of a large enough firm to do what we need to do, but we're nimble enough to change direction as needed, for technology especially.”
EricBIM Technology - Changing Direction as Needed
“Flad has a looser structure. It maximizes creativity, because everybody has the freedom to express themselves.”
AliCreation and Digital Fabrication
“I definitely feel that my voice is heard here in this organization, and they give you every opportunity to advance yourself in this career.”
ColeDeveloping as a lab planner
“At Flad, everybody always has the opportunity to interact with the client.”
KevinReturning to Flad
“It's a very open environment that we work in, and it lends itself to asking questions and being aware of what's going on.”
VictoriaExposure to multiple project types
“When you're at a table with your mentors and peers, all voices are equal. Everyone's insight is valued.”
HayleyFind your direction
“The leaders at Flad have done a great job cultivating [the mentorship] culture so that emerging young professionals like myself can be developed, can be guided, can be challenged, and even protected in their career.”
MattA mentorship culture
“Everything here is based on skill, merit, and fitness for the role. Gender doesn't come into play.”
LisaLife as a female architect
“Flad provides every opportunity that you're willing to engage in.... in a culture of honesty, transparency, and dedication.”
JavierDesign is Always Evolving
