To meet the complex challenges associated with contemporary resort design, development approval and implementation, we have evolved effective planning and communication skills. Our approach helps us, our clients, public audiences, and civic decision makers contribute to the definition of project possibilities and solutions. Our abilities have been tested in the most diverse and complex of settings- from infrastructure planning and architectural design on hillside terrain subject to heavy snowfall- through the resort development approval process in a sensitive climate of no growth and anti-development sentiment. Resort planning projects have been located in both North and South America and Asia, and include all season mountain resorts, golf communities, wilderness adventure/ eco-tourism destinations, waterfront and marine resorts, and spa retreats. Architectural projects have included residential, hotel, commercial, restaurant and recreation amenities. Our resort design and development skills are supplemented by our activities in 'mainstream' architecture and planning projects that require careful attention to budget constraints, technological innovations in materials and construction methods, and current planning issues.
In all of our resort projects, we carefully consider the application of current and emerging trends in the resort industry and their impact upon long-term sustainability. Through design theming, and operations and activities programming, we create a strong sense of place unique to each resort.
Harry Measure + Associates provides comprehensive design and development consulting services with specialized expertise in planning, architecture and environmental design for destination resorts, recreation, and tourism oriented venues. This inter-disciplinary background enables our office to effectively contribute to all phases of resort design and development.