As architects our goal is to create spaces that evoke a quiet, emotional response. We believe that the use of elemental forms and minimal means can result in architecture that has nuance, depth and richness.
Suyama Peterson Deguchi (SPD), founded by George Suyama FAIA in 1971, is an architecture firm based in Seattle, Washington. Jay Deguchi joined George as a partner in 2002, and Chris Haddad became a partner in 2014. The firm specializes in northwest contemporary design and offers a comprehensive range of services from architecture to interiors and furniture design.
Our South Park studio houses architectural offices for our professional staff, and 3×10 [Three by Ten], our furniture and accessory showroom.
George loves to collect beautiful objects, from antiques and handcrafted artifacts to driftwood and rocks. His appreciation of craftsmanship, simplicity and nature informs all of his designs whether they are for private residences, art galleries or theatre renovations. “Our goal is to create an ambiance of place,” says George. In recognition of his design excellence and contributions to the profession, he received the AIA/Seattle Medal of Honor and is a member of the American Institute of Architects’ College of Fellows.
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Jay’s design focus is on the spatial experience of architecture. “We put a lot of credence in a client’s state of mind when they reach the front door,” says Jay. “We believe in creating transitions that help people decompress.” After graduate school at UCLA and practicing in California, Jay joined the firm in 1992 and became a partner in 2002. In addition to modern houses, Jay’s work includes retail and office spaces, as well as art galleries and civic projects.
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Chris draws from his background as an artist as inspiration. He enjoys the process of articulating spatial ideas through the rigor of details. “In all of our projects, we strive to make places that are respectful of their context, timeless, and beautiful.” His experience includes custom residences, office spaces, restaurants, and multi-family housing projects. Chris joined the firm in 1997 after re-locating to Seattle from New England, and became a partner in 2014.
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