Licensed architect in Miami with over 25 years of experience in commercial architecture, designing office buildings, retail spaces, mixed-use developments, and commercial renovations across Miami-Dade County.
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We design commercial projects of all types across Miami-Dade County. Every project is built around functionality, code compliance, and long-term value for owners, developers, and businesses.
Modern office spaces designed for functionality, code compliance, and long-term value. We handle everything from concept through permit-ready construction documents.
Retail spaces designed for customer flow, functionality, and Miami-Dade code compliance. Every project is documented and permitted from start to finish.
Residential and commercial mixed-use developments across Miami-Dade, designed for zoning compliance, unit efficiency, and long-term investment value.
Full commercial renovation design with structural documentation, permits, zoning, and code compliance handled. We manage the process from design through approval.
Healthcare and medical office spaces designed to meet Florida building codes, ADA accessibility requirements, and Miami-Dade permitting standards.
Warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and industrial buildings across Miami-Dade designed for operational efficiency, zoning compliance, and permit-ready documentation.
We design office buildings across Miami-Dade for owners, developers, and businesses. Every project is built around functionality, code compliance, and long-term value, with full permit documentation handled from concept through approval.
Office layouts designed for efficient use of space, natural light, and Miami-Dade code compliance.
All office buildings designed to meet Florida accessibility requirements from day one.
Full construction documents prepared for Miami-Dade building department submission.
Hernan personally oversees every office project from first consultation through permit approval.
We design retail spaces across Miami-Dade for business owners and developers. Every project is built around customer flow, functionality, and Miami-Dade code compliance, with full permit documentation handled from concept through approval.
Retail layouts designed to maximize customer experience and operational efficiency.
Exterior and interior retail design that attracts customers and meets Miami-Dade code requirements.
Full construction documents prepared for Miami-Dade building department submission.
All retail spaces designed to meet Florida accessibility requirements from day one.
We design mixed-use developments across Miami-Dade combining residential and commercial spaces for owners and developers. Every project is built around zoning compliance, unit efficiency, and long-term investment value.
Full zoning analysis to confirm density, setbacks, and allowable uses before design begins.
Efficient layouts that balance residential and commercial uses within Miami-Dade zoning requirements.
Full construction documents prepared for Miami-Dade building department submission.
Designs built for durability, code compliance, and maximum return on investment.
We design full commercial renovations across Miami-Dade with structural documentation, permits, zoning, and code compliance handled from start to finish. Whether you are updating an existing office, retail space, or commercial building, we manage the design and approvals throughout.
Full structural design and documentation for load-bearing changes and commercial renovations.
Complete permit-ready drawings prepared and submitted to Miami-Dade building department.
All renovations reviewed for zoning and code compliance before design begins.
Every renovation designed to meet current Florida Building Code and Miami-Dade requirements.
We design healthcare and medical office spaces across Miami-Dade to meet Florida building codes, ADA accessibility requirements, and Miami-Dade permitting standards. Every project is documented and permitted from concept through approval.
All medical offices designed to meet Florida accessibility requirements for patients and staff.
Efficient layouts designed for patient flow, exam rooms, and clinical operations.
All medical office designs meet current Florida Building Code and Miami-Dade requirements.
Full construction documents prepared for Miami-Dade building department submission.
We design warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and industrial buildings across Miami-Dade for owners and developers. Every project is built around operational efficiency, zoning compliance, and permit-ready documentation.
Functional warehouse layouts designed for operational efficiency and Miami-Dade code compliance.
Full zoning analysis to confirm industrial use, setbacks, and allowable building size before design begins.
Full construction documents prepared for Miami-Dade building department submission.
All industrial buildings designed to meet current Florida Building Code and wind load requirements.
Commercial projects in Miami come with complexity that most business owners and developers underestimate. Zoning codes, ADA requirements, hurricane construction standards, and Miami-Dade permitting timelines all impact how a commercial building is designed and delivered. Working with a local architect who has navigated these requirements for over 25 years means fewer delays, faster approvals, and a building built to last.
Deep knowledge of Miami-Dade and city-specific zoning codes for commercial projects across every neighborhood.
Every commercial building designed to meet Florida accessibility requirements from day one.
Every commercial project designed to meet Florida’s wind load and hurricane construction standards.
We handle the full Miami-Dade permit process so you can focus on your business.
Over two decades of completed commercial projects across Miami-Dade County.
Projects planned and coordinated to meet your timeline and budget from day one.
We design commercial projects across Miami-Dade County. Whether you are planning an office building in Brickell, a retail space in Wynwood, or a mixed-use development in Doral, we have direct experience navigating permits and zoning requirements in your neighborhood.
Each neighborhood in Miami-Dade has its own commercial zoning rules, setback requirements, and permitting process.
Our 25+ years of experience designing commercial buildings across Miami-Dade means we know exactly what each area requires before design begins.
A selection of our recent commercial projects across Miami-Dade County and beyond.
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“Atelier International in Miami was a great experience from start to finish. Hernan, the owner, is super detail-oriented.”
Ilianette Tomey Lamas
“Atelier architects are knowledgeable and trustworthy. They are a hardworking team of talented professionals who deliver high quality solutions timely.”
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“Hernan and his team were the lead architects in the conceptualization and design of our boutique hotel in the Caribbean.”
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Common questions about hiring a commercial architect in Miami
Fees vary depending on project scope, size, and complexity. Some architects charge a percentage of the total construction cost, a fixed fee, or an hourly rate. We provide a detailed proposal after a free initial consultation so you know exactly what to expect before committing.
Yes. Miami-Dade County requires permit-ready architectural drawings for any commercial construction or renovation. An architect prepares the full construction documents, ensures code compliance, and manages the permit submission on your behalf.
The design phase typically takes 3 to 6 months depending on project size. Permitting in Miami-Dade adds another 2 to 6 months. Construction timelines vary based on project type. We provide a realistic timeline from day one.
Yes. We prepare and submit all permit documentation to Miami-Dade building department and manage the approval process from start to finish.
Yes. We design healthcare and medical office spaces to meet Florida building codes, ADA accessibility requirements, and permitting standards.
Yes. We design mixed-use developments combining residential and commercial spaces for owners and developers. Every project is built around zoning compliance, unit efficiency, and long-term investment value.
Yes. We design full commercial renovations with structural documentation, permits, zoning, and code compliance handled from start to finish.
The process starts with a free initial consultation and site analysis. From there we move through concept design, design development, construction documentation, permit submission, and construction coordination. Hernan personally oversees every project from start to finish.
We serve clients across all of Miami-Dade County including Brickell, Wynwood, Doral, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Midtown Miami, Downtown Miami, Edgewater, Little Havana, Aventura, Pinecrest, Key Biscayne, and South Beach.
Yes. Hernan holds an active Florida architectural license, FL AR#96867, and is NCARB certified. We are fully licensed to design commercial projects across Florida and three additional states including New York, Georgia, and Virginia.
Planning an office building, retail space, or commercial development in Miami? Schedule a free consultation with Hernan.
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Atelier International LLC
Licensed architect in Miami with 25+ years of experience in residential, commercial and hospitality architecture.

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