Cawley Architects, Inc.

10/08/2026

It was another beautiful day on the course!

was excited to sponsor the Annual Pinal Partnership Golf Tournament again this year. Lynette, Tisha, Jeff, and Niki represented our team and enjoyed a fun day of golf, friendly competition, and connecting with fellow community and industry partners.

We’re always glad to support Pinal Partnership and be part of events that bring our community together!

10/02/2026

Good architecture considers more than what you see.

Sustainable design is about creating buildings that work smarter—using energy efficiently, bringing in natural light, and making thoughtful choices that benefit both people and the environment.

The Garmin Corporate Headquarters is one example of Cawley Architects’ commitment to sustainable design, earning LEED Gold Certification with solar panels integrated into the parking canopies to help achieve near net-zero energy use.

Building better means building with the future in mind.
https://cawleyarchitects.com/project/garmin/

09/24/2026

Great architecture starts with great people.

We’re always looking for talented, passionate people to join the Cawley Architects team. As an employee-owned firm, we believe in investing in our people, supporting their growth, and creating opportunities to build a meaningful career.

From professional development and architectural exam support to strong benefits and employee ownership, we’re committed to helping our team thrive.

Ready to build your future with Cawley?
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09/17/2026

Built on Experience. Driven by Design.

For Cawley Architects, every project is an opportunity to bring ideas to life through thoughtful design and meaningful collaboration.

From the first concept to the finished space, we believe the best results come from listening, solving challenges creatively, and working together to create something that truly serves its purpose.
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09/10/2026

Behind every great building is a vision, a purpose, and a team dedicated to bringing it to life.

At Cawley Architects, we've had the opportunity to design spaces that serve a wide variety of industries, including healthcare, education, mixed-use, retail, restaurants, commercial offices, industrial facilities, and institutional environments. While every project presents its own unique challenges, our commitment to thoughtful, collaborative design never changes.

We're proud of the work we've accomplished and invite you to explore some of the projects that reflect our experience, creativity, and passion for architecture.

Whether you're planning your next development or simply looking for inspiration, we'd love to share what's possible.

Explore our projects - https://cawleyarchitects.com/portfolio/

09/03/2026

Employee Appreciation at the Ballpark! ⚾️

We had such a great time at our team-building event yesterday, cheering on the Diamondbacks as they took on the Phillies — and celebrating a D-backs win!

At Cawley Architects, we know that our greatest strength is our people. Events like this give us a chance to step away from the office, connect outside of the workplace, enjoy some baseball, and celebrate the talented team that makes Cawley what it is.

We’re grateful for our dedicated team and the opportunity to spend time together beyond the workday. Here’s to great company, great baseball, and a great team!

08/28/2026

A new chapter for Cawley Architects!

We’re proud to be featured in In Business Magazine Phoenix as we celebrate the appointment of Lynette Dreitz Fort as CEO and Rafael Macias as President.

With more than 32 years in Phoenix, 1,000+ completed projects and more than 25 million square feet across multiple states, Cawley has built a legacy we’re incredibly proud of, and this next chapter is about building on that foundation.

Lynette and Rafael bring decades of experience, deep knowledge of Cawley and a shared commitment to our clients, our people and the future of the firm.

We’re excited for what’s ahead.

Read the full story in Greater Phoenix In Business Magazine - https://inbusinessphx.com/positions/new-ceo-and-president-to-lead-phoenix-architecture-firm-with-25m-sf-portfolio

Cawley Architects has promoted longtime firm leaders Lynette Dreitz Fort (left) to chief executive officer and Rafael Macias (right) to president. The Phoenix-based commercial architecture firm continues to expand its leadership team and strengthen its employee ownership culture, further deepening i...

08/26/2026

Making an Impact Together!

and Meade Engineering Inc. partnered to volunteer at Feed My Starving Children.

It was a great reminder that when we come together, we can make a meaningful difference. We’re grateful for the opportunity to serve alongside such a great team and support an organization doing incredible work to help feed children around the world.

Thank you to the Feed My Starving Children team for all you do, and to our friends at Meade Engineering for partnering with us on a meaningful day of service.

08/21/2026

Please join us in welcoming Emily Annett to the Cawley Architects team as our new Architectural Project Manager!

We're excited to have Emily on board and look forward to the experience, perspective, and enthusiasm she'll bring to our projects and our team. At Cawley Architects, we know that great design is built on collaboration, creativity, and strong relationships, and we're thrilled to have Emily as part of that journey.

Welcome to the team, Emily! We're excited for all that's ahead.
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08/18/2026

A New Chapter for Cawley Architects!

We’re excited to announce two important leadership promotions at Cawley Architects: Lynette Dreitz Fort has been named Chief Executive Officer, and Rafael Macias has been named President.

Both Lynette and Rafael have been longtime leaders at Cawley, bringing decades of combined experience and a deep commitment to our people, our clients and the work we do.

Lynette has helped guide Cawley’s financial and operational growth for the past 13 years, while Rafael brings 46 years of architectural and project leadership experience—including 12 years with Cawley.

Their leadership marks an exciting next chapter for a firm that has been part of the Phoenix community for more than 32 years, completing 1,000+ projects and more than 25 million square feet of work across five states.

We’re proud to have Lynette and Rafael at the helm and look forward to all that’s ahead.

Congratulations, Lynette and Rafael!
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