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Architecture for commercial and civic projects.
Shade Architects works with property owners, businesses, commercial real estate brokers, contractors, and public agencies across the Phoenix metro. Our work includes new buildings, renovations, and tenant improvements for retail, restaurant, office, medical, and fitness spaces.
You work directly with the architect responsible for your project. We develop the design, prepare construction documents, and coordinate the engineering and specialty consultants the project requires.
We work with owners who select a contractor after design and with contractors on design-build teams. During construction, we answer contractor questions and review submittals as part of our construction administration services.

Founding Principal
Justin Trexler
- 20+ years of architecture experience in Arizona
- Master’s degrees in Architecture and Real Estate Development, Arizona State University
- Registered Architect - Arizona (#54506)
- U.S. Air Force Veteran
- LEED Accredited Professional
- High Reliability Building Enclosure Certified
- City of Mesa Planning and Zoning Board (2026–present)
- City of Mesa Design Review Board (2022–2025)
- ULI Adaptive Reuse, Infill & Revitalization Council
$980M+
Construction Value Delivered
48
Projects Completed
20+
Years in Arizona
Career totals across 20+ years of practice.