Woman-owned in Rochester, New York

Your imagination meets our expertise: excellence personalized

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A woman-owned architecture studio based in Rochester, BX2 values dependability, relationships, and nimble problem-solving. We take a hands-on, collaborative approach, guiding projects from first conversation to final detail with clarity.

General Commercial

From offices and retail centers to warehouses and hospitality spaces, we design commercial spaces with a clear understanding of how it needs to function, flow, and support the people who use it every day.

Civic & Municipal

BX2 knows that public-facing municipal spaces need to thoughtfully support community needs. We bring together administrative, safety, and cultural functions with long-term resilience.

Healthcare & Wellness

We design healthcare environments through a holistic, human-centered lens, prioritizing healing, comfort, and sustainability in every detail to better support patients and providers.

Residential

From duplexes to apartments and townhomes, we design multi-family residential spaces with a focus on livability, efficiency, and the everyday rhythms of modern living.

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BX2 brings a hands-on approach to seamlessly work with design consultants and construction teams. Small enough to be flexible but experienced enough to understand the complexities of any project, we’re here to help get the job done.

X2 the difference: a reliable, collaborative architecture partner

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All-encompassing capability, tailored to you

  • Master planning

    Space planning & test fits

    Existing conditions documentation

    Building assessments & due diligence

    Budget alignment & scope definition

    Schedule planning & phasing studies

    3D modeling & rendering

    Design visualization & virtual walkthroughs

    Presentation graphics & diagrams

  • Programming & needs assessment

    Site analysis & feasibility studies

    Concept design & visioning

    Healthcare planning & compliance

    Educational facility planning

    Accessibility (ADA) assessments

    Envelope and façade studies

    Building systems coordination

    Schematic design

    Design development

    Construction documents

    Code analysis & regulatory compliance

    Permit drawings & approvals support

    Sustainable design strategies

    Energy-efficient design integration

    LEED / WELL / Green Globes coordination

  • Construction administration

    Submittal and shop drawing review

    RFIs and change management

    Site visits & field observations

    Pay application review

    Punch lists & closeout documentation

    Post-occupancy evaluation

  • Project Initiation & Standards Alignment

    Programming & Pre-Design Review

    Specification Quality Review

    Schematic Design Quality Review

    Design Development Quality Review

    Construction Document (CD) Peer Review

    • Comprehensive drawing review for completeness and clarity

    • Sheet-to-sheet and drawing-to-specification coordination

    • Verification of dimensions, tolerances, and constructible details

    • Code compliance confirmation across all disciplines

    • Life-safety plan verification

    • Accessibility compliance verification

    • Review of control details (fire, smoke, acoustic, thermal)

    • Specification coordination and scope alignment

    • Identification of conflicts, omissions, and ambiguity

What Others Have To Say

Thoughtful

“Working with Sarah is always a refreshing experience! From the very beginning, our collaboration has been seamless and fostered mutual respect and creativity that has carried through every project. Beyond her talent as an architect, she is just genuinely great to work with—communicative, organized, and always bringing thoughtful design solutions to the table. It is inspiring to work along side such strong female leader and fellow business owner! ”

- Jackie Driscoll, Design Space Studios

Collaborative

“BX2 consistently brings a strong presence to the team. Sarah is highly engaged in the design process, offering thoughtful input that balances creativity with real-world application. Her collaborative approach and commitment to delivering well-coordinated, buildable solutions are already making a significant impact on the success of these projects.” 

- Brian Beachner, LeChase Construction

Invaluable

“BX2 Architecture possesses a remarkable ability to translate educational visions into physical spaces that foster learning, function, and safety. Her knowledge, passion, and professionalism make her an invaluable partner for school districts seeking to enhance their facilities. Collaborating with Sarah has been nothing short of outstanding.” 

- Robert Fussa, Lima Central School District