Virgina-based Willow Creek Partners announced the successful integration of two firms—ID Studio 4 (IDS4) from Dallas, Tex., and Sperides Reiners Architects (SRA) from Minneapolis, Minn., into one unified national brand: FUSION AE.
Following the acquisition and a year-long integration process, FUSION AE is now a fully integrated architecture and engineering firm with over 100 team members, delivering innovative and comprehensive solutions across the United States.
The creation of FUSION AE marks a significant milestone as it brings together decades of leadership and expertise in design, architecture, and engineering. With an expanded national footprint and enhanced vertical capabilities in restaurants, healthcare, retail, housing, entertainment, and other commercial domains, FUSION AE is poised to serve as a trusted partner for clients, communities, and collaborators.
“Our priority throughout this process has been seamless integration to ensure minimal disruption to clients and employees. By combining the strengths of IDS4 and SRA, we have created a national powerhouse that retains the boutique approach clients value while benefiting from expanded resources and expertise,” said Willow Creek Partners’, Ozzy Jimenez.
“At FUSION AE, one of our core strengths is balancing the resources of a robust, nationwide team with the flexibility and attentiveness of a boutique firm,” said FUSION AE Principal Brian Chandler. “We remain nimble, enabling us to pivot with our clients’ evolving needs while providing a dedicated point of contact and a seamless process that builds trust and consistently delivers exceptional results.”
Headquartered in both Dallas, Tex, and Minneapolis, Minn., FUSION AE provides a variety of services encompassing the entire architecture and engineering lifecycle including:
· Architecture
· Engineering
· Design
· MEP Engineering
· Structural Engineering
· Value Engineering
· Construction Administration
· Development Services
· Site Survey/Inspection, and Planning
FUSION AE collaborates with an extensive network of vendors and partners to deliver tailored, licensed teams for projects in all 50 U.S. states.
