Oak Point is a design studio-based practice, in which the in-house architectural design and engineering disciplines work together in studio teams from the very beginning of a project to ensure the greatest amount of cross-pollination. We have found that this approach allows us to be more inventive, efficient and adaptable than if these various disciplines were not together under one roof. The specific combination of disciplines that makes up a project team is customized to the needs of each project.The Oak Point Associates design philosophy is one that combines a highly innovative design approach with time-tested, "lessons learned" engineering methods. The firm also places great value on the continuing education of its employees, as this allows us to both strengthen and diversify our professional service practice. Oak Point Associates employees are affiliated with all major professional organizations and the firm is proud to have 20 LEED-accredited professionals on staff.Oak Point Associates has a proven ability to develop accurate project budgets and control cost, performing life cycle costing and value engineering to arrive at the most cost-effective and appropriate solutions for our clients. The firm also has an excellent record of meeting tight design schedules, working with the public and responding to clients' needs, while maintaining high standards of design excellence.