We all have two choices: We can make a living or we can design a life" - Jim Rohn

Jacqui Mendoza, LEED Green Associate

Design Philosophies

1 | Solving the Paradox of Form + Function

Function reigns over form, but both may equally exist with the aid of creativity and experience without sacrificing quality and budget

 2 | Top > Down Mentality

Uninhibited brainstorming and idea generation, filtered through prioritization while keeping themes of the higher paradigm intact

3 | Triple Bottom Line Awareness

Social, environmental, and economic responsibility in my contributions to the world of design

4  | Integrative Approach

Taking responsibility in a collaborative team with complementary strengths pave the way to unexplored and efficient solutions

5 | Client Satisfaction

Communicating, interpreting information, and guiding the client with knowledge, expertise, and personal stylings opens doors to ideas that clients may not have been aware of. 

 6 | Personal Satisfaction

Every project is accompanied with pride, joy, integrity, and passion. 

Enjoyed Activities & Everyday Peculiarities

• Travelling
• Good company
• Healthy food
• Not-so-healthy food
• Fashion
• Typefaces
• Non-pixelated graphics
• Dogs and hamsters
• Dubbing animals with funny people voices
• Altruism and kindness
• Bad puns
• Discount sales
• Tree houses
• Un-chipped nail polish after 2 weeks
• The sound of rain when you're about to fall asleep
• Impromptu adventures
• Greek and Roman mythology
• Completing a project early
• When your favorite song comes on the radio
• Cartoons
• The cold side of the pillow
• Empty freeways