1+1+ Architects ( 1 + 1 + you ) is a Detroit-based design and research firm committed to creating happy and healthy relationships between people, places and the planet. Reorienting the practice of architecture towards lasting, regenerative projects that bring communities together, we design projects for today with an eye towards the future. Finding form in grassroots organizing, material systems, arts & culture and natural ecosystems, we celebrate the interconnectedness of life and earth in the buildings and landscapes we design.

We ground every project in the specific needs, resources, and contexts of the communities and clients we partner with. Our collaborative and research-grounded design process focuses on material and technical innovation, creative investigation and deep engagement with clients, stakeholders, experts and the communities we serve. Working together, we aim to unite people, places and the environment through architecture, foster a sense of belonging, and inspire more equitable and sustainable cities.