Commercial
Competition is fierce. Cookie-cutter doesn't cut it anymore. The developers who win partner with teams who deliver an edge.
Modern multifamily, mixed-use, and commercial buildings that perform: for people, for developers, for the city.
Development is risky business
Every project is a series of bets: on land, design, timing, and execution. Margins are thin and variables never stop moving.
Codes change. Markets shift. Reviews drag or accelerate. Financing windows open and close. In a crowded field, even small missteps can cost yield or opportunity.
Speed matters. But the first solution isn't always the best solution. And once you're locked in, your options narrow fast.
We don’t guess.
we test
We move fast through complexity because we've done it before: for years, at scale, and under pressure. That experience built judgment: the ability to recognize patterns quickly, test options efficiently, and know which ones will hold up.
Early iteration is where we add the most value. This isn't endless exploration. It's disciplined iteration. We know what to test for and what matters.
Every project involves risk. Testing doesn't remove it. It makes it visible, so you can move through it.
Architects who understand the business
Good developers know their numbers. They know their market. They don't need to be sold on the value of design. Our clients are busy and expect the same level of professionalism and clarity they bring to their own work. We approach each project with that same discipline: clear communication, organized delivery, and attention to detail from start to finish.
We've spent our careers working with developers on projects across markets, scales, and geographies and know the questions that matter: unit mix, efficiency, parking, yield. Our perspective, shaped by international practice, Latin American heritage, and work across different cultures, often leads to different solutions. Our clients come to us for exactly that reason.
You'll work directly with us. Andrés Villaveces leads design strategy. Juan León manages delivery and keeps teams on track. We oversee every project personally. No intermediaries, no hand-offs. When we take it on, we own it.
You get the right team from day one
A clear path forward
We keep the early steps simple. It's about understanding your goals, exploring what's possible, and giving you the clarity to move forward with confidence.
Start the conversation
Share your goals and site details. We’ll listen, ask questions, and see if we're the right fit.
Review what’s possible
We’ll outline options based on your site, budget, and priorities, so you know what can be achieved.
Begin the design process
Once aligned, we start the discovery phase that leads to your architectural concept.
The right fit matters
With every good building, there was a very good client. The best work starts with clients who are demanding about excellence; who recognize it when they see it and are willing to invest in getting it right. They value elegant problem solving and the clarity that comes from a disciplined process.
Good clients give the work room to develop. They understand that design is a process of discovery, that strong ideas need space to evolve, and that architecture takes time. A thoughtful budget helps too: sufficient to do something meaningful, but disciplined enough to encourage elegant solutions rather than excess.
When those values align, trust builds naturally, the process flows, and the results speak for themselves. If that sounds like you, we'll get along well, and the work will show it.
Thanks again for all you help navigating through these site / review constraints. All your original concepts have been A+ design.
We chose Métrica even though they weren't the lowest fee. From the proposals to the massing studies, everything showed a level of quality and attention to detail that was worth the difference.
The last project you designed for us is still one of my all-time favorites. Great design and easy build.
Common questions
Our typical multifamily projects range from townhomes and middle housing to full-block developments and 5-over-1 mixed-use buildings. If you have a site and a program, we can tell you quickly whether it's a good fit.
For smaller projects like townhomes and middle housing, we can typically get from start to a submitted building permit application in about 6 months, with a permit in hand within a year. Larger projects take longer — Design Review, site planning approval, and other jurisdictional requirements can extend the timeline. We can give you a realistic schedule once we look at what applies to your specific project.
Yes. We offer a Streamlined Service that covers design through Building Permit submission. It's a common choice among experienced developers who manage interiors and construction documents independently. Our Architect's Guide explains the difference between Full Service and Streamlined, including how fees compare.
Design fees are fixed and based on total project area, with rates that decrease as size increases. Construction-phase services are billed hourly. Our Architect's Guide includes the full fee table and a breakdown of how costs are allocated across milestones.
Recent zoning changes in Washington now allow single-family homeowners to build up to 4 homes on their lot — in some cases, up to 6. These projects are called middle housing: townhomes, duplexes, triplexes, cottage clusters, and small courtyard buildings. If you own a single-family home and want to understand what you could build on your land, we can help you find out.
Our base fees cover architectural services. Structural and MEP engineering are separate but can be retained under our contract. We coordinate the full consultant team so you have one point of contact. We'll outline exactly what's included and what's additional in our proposal, depending on your project.