open design
COLLECTIVE

A woman-led design firm supporting the social and spatial needs of Black communities.

By the Collective.
For the Community.

Through the lens of reparative justice, we collaborate with community members while leveraging the tools of architecture, design, planning, and cultural preservation to strengthen social and physical environments.

  • metropolis fall 24' issue

    Open Design was featured in a series highlighting 3 design firms across the country that are practicing through non-traditional methods.

  • architect magazing feature

    We sat down with Architect Magazine to discuss our co-design and community engaged design practice.

  • Article

Together we can ensure that communities have access to the design, planning, and architectural services necessary to help residents flourish in place and reach their full potential.