Arch Collective
Brand platform for an architecture practice known for contextual design that responds to place and community.
The Brief
Arch Collective is a mid-sized architecture practice with a reputation for projects that respond deeply to their context — the history, materials, and communities of the places they build. Maven Creative developed a visual identity and site design that mirrors this philosophy: restrained, considered, with details that reward close attention.
The Build
The client’s team was most comfortable with WordPress, so we built on that foundation while pushing beyond typical WordPress patterns. Advanced Custom Fields powers a flexible page builder that gives the editorial team significant layout control without touching code.
The project case studies are the heart of the site. Each one unfolds as a visual narrative — full-bleed photography, pull quotes from the architects, and technical drawings that fade in as you scroll. We implemented a custom lightbox for project galleries that maintains the site’s typographic standards rather than defaulting to generic modal patterns.
The Result
The site has become a key tool in Arch Collective’s new business development. The case study format has been praised by prospective clients for its clarity — they understand the practice’s approach before the first meeting. Maven Creative has since engaged us for two additional projects based on this collaboration.
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