NORR

Integrated Thinking. Inspired Design.

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About the firm

NORR is a global integrated architecture and engineering firm of 750 architects, engineers, planners, and interior designers. NORR delivers multi-disciplinary services including architecture, interior design, master planning and urban design, structural engineering, MEP engineering, and sustainability consulting across 12 market sectors. With US operations spanning commercial, hospitality, industrial, retail, and transportation markets, NORR creates purpose-driven design strategies that respond to specific business objectives and sustainable development goals.

Team
Large
Firm type
Architecture & Engineering · Structural Engineering · MEP

People

Blake JacksonDirector, Sustainability

Lorna DenholmDirector, Education, UK

Emon LouPrincipal, Interior Design, North America

Anthony RicciutiExecutive Vice President, Retail, North America

George SorichVice President, Residential, North America

Capabilities

Architecture

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Full-service architectural practice delivering designs and programs across a spectrum from prototypes and adaptive reuse to purpose-built and multi-use developments. The architecture team is proficient in every step of the design and construction process, from pre-development and schematic design through construction documentation, contract administration, commissioning, and post-construction service.

  • Feasibility Studies
  • Project Analysis and Pre-Development
  • Schematic Design
  • Design Development
  • Construction Documentation
  • Tendering Services
  • Construction and Contract Administration
  • Project Management
  • Commissioning
  • Post Construction Service

Interior Design

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Interior design practice shaping how people live, work, learn, heal, and connect through integration of space, performance, and purpose. The interior design team provides specialized services across building types and project scopes from early programming and concept development to construction documentation and contract administration.

  • Feasibility and Concept Planning
  • Functional Programming
  • Blocking and Stacking Plans
  • Design Narrative
  • Concept Development
  • Schematic Design
  • Finishes Selection
  • Furniture and Fixture Selection
  • Custom Millwork Design
  • Interior Architectural Detailing
  • Construction Documentation
  • Contract Administration
  • Workplace Standards
  • Brand Identity

Master Planning and Urban Design

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Comprehensive master planning and urban design services addressing community investments in greenfield and brownfield developments.

Structural Engineering

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Advanced technologies applied to design innovative and robust structural solutions.

MEP Engineering

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Computer-aided design calculations employed to meet performance goals across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

Sustainability

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Evidence-based design strategies supporting decarbonization and occupant well-being.

Industries

Commercial · Education · Healthcare · Hospitality · Industrial · Data Centers · Justice & Corrections · Government · Residential · Retail · Research Facilities · Laboratories · Transportation · Transit

Projects

325 N LaSalle Building Repositioning

Chicago, IL, US · Commercial

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A layered repositioning that supports tenant engagement and workplace evolution.

East Calder Primary School

West Lothian, Scotland, UK · Education

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Energy efficient school built to Passive House standards.

Schroeder Ambulatory Centre

Richmond Hill, ON, Canada · Healthcare

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Canada's first Ambulatory Surgical Center built entirely with philanthropy.

Hampton Inn and Suites Chicago Downtown

Chicago, IL, US · Hospitality

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Locally inspired urban hotel transformation in downtown Chicago.