Marlene Imirzian began her career in architecture under the mentorship of important modernist architects Gunnar Birkerts and William Kessler. In 1995, not long after moving to Phoenix, Marlene formed Marlene Imirzian & Associates Architects. The firm now has offices in Phoenix, Arizona and Escondido, California and works on a diverse range of projects types, from commercial and residential to medical, higher education, civic, and historic preservation. The firm is known for its design excellence, project performance, and commitment to sustainable design.