The Firm

Founded in 1998, CORE Architecture (formerly Curtis Miner Architecture and Five Degrees Design) has grown from humble beginnings to a full-service Utah architectural firm made up of experienced and friendly professionals.

Mission Statement

CORE Architecture is a family-oriented, full-service firm that creates value through excellent design and outstanding service.  We foster innovation, collaboration, mutual respect, mentorship and integrity.  

 

CORE Values

Family-Oriented–Our focus on our families and communities gives us the reason to do our best work both inside and outside the office.

Excellent Design–Our work has meaning and purpose. We strive to create beauty and value with each project.

Outstanding Service–We seek to understand needs first, and then we propose solutions. We do what we say we’re going to do.

Innovation–Challenges are opportunities to imagine something better.

Collaboration–We welcome the knowledge, skills, abilities and experience of our team, peers, and colleagues. We look for ways to enhance interaction, teamwork and communication.

Mutual Respect–Our team is a collection of unique backgrounds, ideas and personalities. We acknowledge the contributions of  each to make our workplace a constructive, safe and positive environment. 

Mentorship–We deliberately build upcoming generations.

Integrity–We are honest and fair in our relationships with others and in our business dealings. We boldly do what needs to be done for the good of our team and our business.  

Curtis Miner Architecture Design Approach

Design Approach

Our unique design approach begins with careful listening and learning about our clients’ needs which includes social, historical, political and physical design context. We organize the project team early. The best partnering comes when this team consists of client and user representatives, contractors, government officials, community and other involved stakeholders.  This inclusive team invites the best collaborative thinking and input. We synthesize data and develop architectural design solutions based on input from the project team which translates into consensus building around a single solution. We prepare clear and precise documents that facilitate efficient and trouble-free construction. We are successful when our clients are successful.

Awards

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Merit Design Award

Joseph D. Adams Public Safety Building

Utah Masonry Council

2022

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Most Outstanding Private Project Under $10M

Groove Entertainment Technologies Office Building

Utah Construction & Design

2021

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Most Outstanding Commercial Project Over $10M

Alpha Warranty Services Office Building

Utah Construction & Design

2021

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Best Government/Public Building

Joseph D. Adams Public Safety Building

ENR Mountain States

2021

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Award of Merit, Interior/Tenant Improvement

Built Bar Corporate Office

ENR Mountain States

2021

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Commercial Architect of the Year

Curtis Miner Architecture

West Coast USA Prestige Awards

2021

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Most Outstanding Public Over $10M

Joseph D. Adams Public Safety Building

Utah Construction & Design

2020

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Most Outstanding Multi-Family Project

Rockpoint Apartments & Clubhouse

Utah Construction & Design

2020

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Government/Public Project of the Year

Joseph D. Adams Public Safety Building

Associated General Contractors of Utah

2020

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Outstanding Architect Firm of the Year

Curtis Miner Architecture

Associated General Contractors of Utah

2020

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APA Utah High Achievement Award

Lehi Police Station

American Planning Association

2020

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Merit Design Award

South Jordan Medical Office Building

Utah Masonry Council

2019

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Merit Design Award

Alpine Main Street Bldgs. 1, 2 & 3

Utah Masonry Council

2019

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Best K12 Project

Spectrum Academy High School

ENR Mountain States

2019

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Citation Design Award

D.F.C.U. Operations Center

Utah Masonry Council

2018

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Merit Design Award

Creekside Senior Living

Utah Masonry Council

2018

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Merit Design Award

Spectrum Academy High School

Utah Masonry Council

2018

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Honor Design Award

American Heritage School Athletics Facility

Utah Masonry Council

2018

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Most Outstanding Reno. Under $10M

Ken Garff Volkswagen

Utah Construction & Design

2018

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Winner, Senior Living by Design

Creekside Senior Living

Argentum

2018

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Award of Merit, Interior/TI

Ken Garff Corporate Office Remodel

ENR Mountain States

2018

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Architectural Firm of the Year

Jay Taggart, CMA

CCIM Excellence Awards

2018

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Honor Award, Design

Lindon Public Safety

Utah Masonry Council

2017

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Award of Merit, Design

Ken Garff Porsche Audi

Utah Masonry Council

2017

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Healthcare Reno. over $1 million

Bariatric Medicine Institute

ABC Utah, Excellence in Const.

2017

UVU Autism Center

Honor Award, Design

UVU - Center for Autism

AIA Central Utah Section

2017

Star Mill

Honor Award, Design

Star Mill Renovation/Restoration

AIA Central Utah Section

2017

UVU Autism Lobby

Outstanding Higher Ed. Proj.

UVU - Center for Autism

Utah Construction & Design

2017

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Excellence Awd., Arch. of the Year

Curtis Miner Architecture

Assoc. General Contractors Utah

2016

Star Mill

Outstanding Reno/ Restor. Project

Star Mill Renovation/Restoration

Assoc. General Contractors Utah

2016

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Outstanding Reno/ Restor. Project

Star Mill Renovation/Restoration

Utah Construction & Design

2016

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Award of Merit, Interior/ T.I.

Workday

ENR Mountain States

2015

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Award of Merit, Design

Cedar Hills Recreation Center

Utah Masonry Council

2014

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Award of Merit, Design

Clear Horizons Academy

AIA Central Utah Section

2013

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Award of Merit, Design

Security Metrics Office

AIA Central Utah Section

2013

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Award of Merit, Design

Vivint Corporate Campus

AIA Central Utah Section

2013

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Award of Merit, Design

Cedar Hills Recreation Center

AIA Central Utah Section

2012

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Award of Merit, Design

Valley OBGYN

AIA Central Utah Section

2012

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Honorable Mention

Coral Desert Health Center

Assoc. Builders and Contractors

2004

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Best Private Project

American Heritage School

Intermountain Contractor

2002

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Featured Facility - Institutional

American Heritage School

Intermountain Contractor

2002

Careers

One of the benefits of working for a small company is the atmosphere of collaboration combined with the daily opportunities our employees receive at CORE. We encourage the sharing of ideas so that we can better serve our clients and their communities. CORE is always interested in speaking with promising individuals in a variety of roles.  We’re always looking for great team members who identify with our firm mission and culture. If you would like to be part of the CORE Architecture team but your position isn’t currently open, we encourage you to submit your application, resume and portfolio by clicking the  “Apply” link. Download Application

Current Positions Available at CORE:

Project Manager, Full-Time

This position requires a comprehensive knowledge of the construction industry, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration phases of work in a full service architecture firm. This person will work under the direction of a studio leader to negotiate fees with clients, select project consultants, complete schematic design, and manage a production team through design development, construction documentation, permitting, and construction. This position requires the ability to manage multiple projects at one time, an understanding of firm marketing, and excellent client relationship skills.

Education / Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Software: Revit, two year minimum experience required.
Experience in AutoCAD, Photoshop, Sketch Up, Lumion, Indesign, and Illustrator beneficial.

Project Types: Full architectural services for a diverse range of building types including office, retail, institutional, multi-family residential, healthcare, food services, educational, industrial, and automotive.

Benefits: Excellent benefits package including 401k, health and dental insurance, paid vacation, paid personal time, and profit sharing.

Salary: Competitive wages (based on experience).

Application Process: Interested parties may submit a resume to Maraia. Qualified applicants interesting to firm management will be asked to complete an employment application and invited to interview.

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Senior BIM Technician, Full-Time

This position requires a comprehensive knowledge of the construction industry, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration phases of work in a full service architecture firm. This person will work under the direct supervision of a project manager. This position requires comprehensive knowledge of creating a construction documents such as: floor plans, elevations, building sections and architectural details. Additional responsibilities may include assistance with design development and construction administration processes as well as presentation preparation, material and color board preparation, general office tasks, etc.

Education / Experience: Associates degree and/or 4 years experience in A/E firm.

Software: Revit, two year minimum experience required.
Experience in AutoCAD, Photoshop, Sketch Up, Lumion, Indesign, and Illustrator beneficial.

Project Types: Full architectural services for a diverse range of building types including office, retail, institutional, multi-family residential, healthcare, food services, educational, industrial, and automotive.

Benefits: Excellent benefits package including 401k, health and dental insurance, paid vacation, paid personal time, and profit sharing.

Salary: Competitive wages (based on experience).

Application Process: Interested parties may submit a resume to Maraia. Qualified applicants interesting to firm management will be asked to complete an employment application and invited to interview.

APPLY
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