Establishing its Utah presence in 2010, awardwinning architecture firm AO has helped shape the state’s built environment for over 15 years. With a reputation for design excellence, a collaborative approach, and a deep understanding of development goals, AO delivers dynamic projects that blend innovation, functionality, and lasting value.
AO offers a comprehensive suite of integrated services—including architecture, planning, landscape, and interiors—positioning the firm as a true one-stop partner for developers, investors, and business owners. Focused on lasting relationships, AO tailors solutions to meet each client’s unique goals, helping create spaces where communities and businesses thrive. The firm’s portfolio spans the full spectrum of residential and commercial real estate, including multifamily, retail, hospitality, mixed-use, restaurants, office, science and technology, data centers, healthcare, industrial, parking, global design, modular, surf and sport, and more.
MULTIFAMILY EXPERTISE IN UTAH
AO’s contribution to Utah’s residential market is marked by the delivery of more than 860 apartment units to date, with several high-impact projects in the pipeline including:
• Millhaus, Millcreek, UT: Currently under construction, this mixeduse apartment project is slated for completion in October 2025.
• COMPASS, Sandy, UT: This fully entitled mixed-use development includes 280 apartments, co-op work space, public plaza and amenities.
• Elliott, Salt Lake City, UT: A 328-unit mixed-use project blending bold design and community living for the next wave of urban professionals.
• District North, Salt Lake City, UT: Recently approved by the City, this project will comprise 350 apartments blending timeless urban living and modern convenience.
AO is collaborates with a distinguished roster of clients and partners in the Utah region, including esteemed firms like Boyer Company, CenterCal Properties, Dakota Pacific Real Estate, Elevated Property Company, Salt Lake City International Airport, Sunwell Communities, Gardner Group, Wasatch Residential Group, and Asana Partners.
COMMERCIAL EXPERTISE IN UTAH
AO’s commercial portfolio in Utah showcases the firm’s versatility and commitment to enhancing the state’s economic landscape across various sectors. Some of the firm’s recent commercial projects include:
• Mountain View Village, Riverton, UT: A two-phased development in one of the nation’s fastest-growing submarkets, Mountain View Village offers a dynamic mix of retail, dining, and entertainment that has become a popular gathering place in the South Valley.
• Pierpont Remodel, Salt Lake City, UT: AO revitalized a historic two-story mixed-use building through façade preservation, tenant improvements, and landscape design, blending old and new.
• El Cholo Restaurant, Salt Lake City, UT: As Architect of Record, AO delivered an inviting dining space for the iconic El Cholo brand, balancing functionality with character.
• Foothill Village, Salt Lake City, UT: AO transformed this aging two-story shopping center through comprehensive remodeling, including a new parking structure and upgraded landscape and hardscape.
• Amazon Delivery Stations: AO designed logistics facilities in North Salt Lake City and West Jordan that meet Amazon’s highperformance standards for modern delivery operations.
• Bear Lake, Garden City, UT: This 105-acre resort features nearly 500 glamping sites and over 33,000 square feet of amenities, including a village-style main street, poolside bar, and community support facilities designed for elevated outdoor hospitality.
With a client-first approach and expertise across numerous sectors, AO provides a seamless, one-stop solution for developers. Offering comprehensive services, from planning and entitlement to design and execution, AO eliminates the need for multiple design teams. This interdisciplinary approach ensures efficiency and consistency across all project phases. The firm’s work in Utah reflects a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and enhancing community connectivity.
As Utah’s rapid growth continues, AO remains at the forefront, shaping the state’s architectural landscape. Whether designing dynamic residential communities or revitalizing commercial spaces, AO is a trusted partner in driving Utah’s urban and economic expansion.
For more information visit aoarchitects.com.
AO offers a comprehensive suite of integrated services—including architecture, planning, landscape, and interiors—positioning the firm as a true one-stop partner for developers, investors, and business owners. Focused on lasting relationships, AO tailors solutions to meet each client’s unique goals, helping create spaces where communities and businesses thrive. The firm’s portfolio spans the full spectrum of residential and commercial real estate, including multifamily, retail, hospitality, mixed-use, restaurants, office, science and technology, data centers, healthcare, industrial, parking, global design, modular, surf and sport, and more.
MULTIFAMILY EXPERTISE IN UTAH
AO’s contribution to Utah’s residential market is marked by the delivery of more than 860 apartment units to date, with several high-impact projects in the pipeline including:
• Millhaus, Millcreek, UT: Currently under construction, this mixeduse apartment project is slated for completion in October 2025.
• COMPASS, Sandy, UT: This fully entitled mixed-use development includes 280 apartments, co-op work space, public plaza and amenities.
• Elliott, Salt Lake City, UT: A 328-unit mixed-use project blending bold design and community living for the next wave of urban professionals.
• District North, Salt Lake City, UT: Recently approved by the City, this project will comprise 350 apartments blending timeless urban living and modern convenience.
AO is collaborates with a distinguished roster of clients and partners in the Utah region, including esteemed firms like Boyer Company, CenterCal Properties, Dakota Pacific Real Estate, Elevated Property Company, Salt Lake City International Airport, Sunwell Communities, Gardner Group, Wasatch Residential Group, and Asana Partners.
COMMERCIAL EXPERTISE IN UTAH
AO’s commercial portfolio in Utah showcases the firm’s versatility and commitment to enhancing the state’s economic landscape across various sectors. Some of the firm’s recent commercial projects include:
• Mountain View Village, Riverton, UT: A two-phased development in one of the nation’s fastest-growing submarkets, Mountain View Village offers a dynamic mix of retail, dining, and entertainment that has become a popular gathering place in the South Valley.
• Pierpont Remodel, Salt Lake City, UT: AO revitalized a historic two-story mixed-use building through façade preservation, tenant improvements, and landscape design, blending old and new.
• El Cholo Restaurant, Salt Lake City, UT: As Architect of Record, AO delivered an inviting dining space for the iconic El Cholo brand, balancing functionality with character.
• Foothill Village, Salt Lake City, UT: AO transformed this aging two-story shopping center through comprehensive remodeling, including a new parking structure and upgraded landscape and hardscape.
• Amazon Delivery Stations: AO designed logistics facilities in North Salt Lake City and West Jordan that meet Amazon’s highperformance standards for modern delivery operations.
• Bear Lake, Garden City, UT: This 105-acre resort features nearly 500 glamping sites and over 33,000 square feet of amenities, including a village-style main street, poolside bar, and community support facilities designed for elevated outdoor hospitality.
With a client-first approach and expertise across numerous sectors, AO provides a seamless, one-stop solution for developers. Offering comprehensive services, from planning and entitlement to design and execution, AO eliminates the need for multiple design teams. This interdisciplinary approach ensures efficiency and consistency across all project phases. The firm’s work in Utah reflects a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and enhancing community connectivity.
As Utah’s rapid growth continues, AO remains at the forefront, shaping the state’s architectural landscape. Whether designing dynamic residential communities or revitalizing commercial spaces, AO is a trusted partner in driving Utah’s urban and economic expansion.
For more information visit aoarchitects.com.