AQ Studios, the exciting new face in architecture, has emerged from the merger of Louisiana's architectural titans, ACSW (Lafayette) and Rozas Ward (New Orleans). This fusion is set to redefine the architectural boundaries in Louisiana and beyond, offering a blend of innovation, cultural richness, and urban sophistication.
ACSW, renowned for iconic designs like River Ranch, Lafayette High School, and the University of Louisiana's Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium, brings its legacy of groundbreaking design and a focus on community-enhancing architecture. Rozas Ward complements this with its portfolio of culturally rich projects like the Gayle and Tom Benson Cancer Center and The Kalorama of New Orleans condominiums. This merger marks a pivotal moment in the architectural industry, combining decades of expertise and vision. AQ Studios will continue to operate out of their locations in New Orleans and Lafayette, as well as their satellite office in Lake Charles.
Both firms celebrate the merger as a natural and symbiotic union. Eric Crozier, a principal architect at ACSW and the new AQ Studios, expresses enthusiasm: “This merger is a culmination of a growing relationship that has blossomed organically over two years. It’s an exciting new chapter that promises to amplify our capabilities, expand our geographic reach, and provide our talented staff with unprecedented growth opportunities.”
Charlie Ward, of Rozas Ward and now a principal architect at AQ Studios, shares his excitement: “Our merger is a celebration of strength and adaptability. It’s about building on our legacy and ensuring our designs meet the evolving needs of our clients and communities.”
ACSW, renowned for iconic designs like River Ranch, Lafayette High School, and the University of Louisiana's Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium, brings its legacy of groundbreaking design and a focus on community-enhancing architecture. Rozas Ward complements this with its portfolio of culturally rich projects like the Gayle and Tom Benson Cancer Center and The Kalorama of New Orleans condominiums. This merger marks a pivotal moment in the architectural industry, combining decades of expertise and vision. AQ Studios will continue to operate out of their locations in New Orleans and Lafayette, as well as their satellite office in Lake Charles.
Both firms celebrate the merger as a natural and symbiotic union. Eric Crozier, a principal architect at ACSW and the new AQ Studios, expresses enthusiasm: “This merger is a culmination of a growing relationship that has blossomed organically over two years. It’s an exciting new chapter that promises to amplify our capabilities, expand our geographic reach, and provide our talented staff with unprecedented growth opportunities.”
Charlie Ward, of Rozas Ward and now a principal architect at AQ Studios, shares his excitement: “Our merger is a celebration of strength and adaptability. It’s about building on our legacy and ensuring our designs meet the evolving needs of our clients and communities.”
Strogoff Consulting worked closely with both firms throughout the merger process, developed comparative valuations, crafted a Term Sheet with guiding principles facilitated key meetings, and coordinated input from the firms' respective legal and accounting advisors.