Richardson Wetzel Architects

03/06/2025

Richardson Wetzel Architects is looking for Project Managers and Architectural Drafters with an enthusiastic attitude, a strong work ethic and a passion for design to join our growing studio. Project Managers must have at least eight years of relevant experience and provide team leadership. Architectural Drafters must have five years of relevant experience and have a strong working knowledge of REVIT and AutoCAD.
Please submit your resume and portfolio of work via e-mail to:
[email protected]
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

08/01/2024

A new fine dining concept by famed chef and restaurateur, Wolfgang Puck, Caramá is a tribute to his mother and chef, Maria. RWA worked closely with Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group’s designers, to conceive and deliver a refined yet whimsical dining venue. Located inside the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, the design for this restaurant blends the warmth and charm of old-world Italy with an elevated modern flare. RWA provided full-service architectural and engineering design services for this renovation of the previous much-loved Wolfgang Puck’s Lupo restaurant.

04/03/2024

Located in the heart of the Downtown Las Vegas Arts District, the newest concept brought forward in conjunction with Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group, 1228 Main was envisioned as an opportunity to bring a San Francisco vibe to the desert. Rooted in Chef, David Robins’, love for baked goods, 1228 Main combines a café, neighborhood bar, and an upscale dining experience into a single venue.

03/08/2024

We are excited to announce that Richardson Wetzel Architects is a part of the design team led by HNTB and Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) for the new Athletics’ Stadium. Occupying 9 acres, on the famed Las Vegas Strip, the design for the new 33,000-seat A’s ballpark features a dramatic domed roof structure comprised of five overlapping pennant arches. The sweeping curves provide much needed shading from the harsh desert sun, while offering panoramic views of the vibrant cityscape. Building upon our successful collaboration with HNTB on the Raiders’ Allegiant Stadium, we are honored to contribute to the next iconic architectural addition to the Las Vegas skyline.
https://www.mlb.com/news/a-s-unveil-renderings-for-ballpark-in-las-vegas?partnerID=web_article-share&fbclid=IwAR0euwgJtT5DuduvT_brrIAgkWQYj7K_Gz04GJHkY2KwfQUP72roeCc3azM

OAKLAND, Calif. — The Athletics, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and HNTB have unveiled the design for the A’s new ballpark project in Las Vegas on the Tropicana site. BIG will serve as the design lead and HNTB as the sports/hospitality designer and architect of record. "The collaboration between BIG...

08/23/2023

Originating in Las Vegas, Nacho Daddy is a Mexican-American restaurant and bar that has been featured on Food Network and the Travel Channel. Looking to establish a presence in the heart of the redeveloped Downtown Las Vegas Entertainment District, this playful, tongue in cheek brand hired RWA to bring their space to life.

RWA provided planning, architecture, and interior design services to create a vibrant dining experience within an aged, 7,000 square foot existing structure. With a low ceiling and minimal street presence, the original space was dark and uninviting. RWA’s transformative design cut through the roof to create a raised ceiling, with clerestory windows, above the bar at the center of the dining room. The front façade was replaced with wall-to-wall accordion fold glass doors which open to the patio dining area, allowing full engagement with the high volume of pedestrian traffic.

Seeking to capture attention in this walkable, tourist-centered location, the street-facing elevation features bold neon signage and a mix of materials. The structure is clad primarily in wood-look tile with a brick accent. A low, steel clad, planter wall with desert cacti separates the patio area from the sidewalk. Open or closed, the operable glass wall offers full visibility into the bustling dining area beyond.

The interior material palette is rustic and robust, with a nod to the original character of the building. The design features exposed CMU block and the original wood ceiling joists in some areas. Durable and long-lasting polished concrete flooring, exposed steel beams, and cold-rolled steel cladding impart and industrial sensibility. Wood furnishings and wall treatments, along with brick accents add warmth and balance the aesthetic.

Structural - Wright Structural Engineers
MEP - HPA Consulting Engineers
Food Service - MelBil

06/01/2023

RWA was tasked with transforming a decades-old convenience store into an elevated indoor/outdoor café compatible with the surrounding desert landscape. Working closely with the Starbucks corporate design team, RWA applied the brand standards to create a unique destination-inspired design. The overall concept centered on bringing the ‘outside to the inside’ while mitigating the harsh environmental conditions.

10/04/2022

RWA is pleased to announce that Brandon Wetzel, AIA has become the firm’s newest architect. Graduating with his master’s in architecture from Pratt Institute after obtaining his bachelor’s degree from the UNLV School of Architecture, Brandon has completed the Architectural Registration Examination (ARE) process to obtain licensure in the State of New York. He will be applying for a reciprocal license from the Nevada State Board of Architecture Interior Design & Residential Design (NSBAIDRD) and looks forward to continuing to serve his clients.

05/18/2022

RWA has an extensive portfolio of concrete tilt-up projects. The Nailor Industries building at approximately 100,000 square feet is one of our favorites.

05/10/2022

Smith & Wollensky Las Vegas first made its debut on the Las Vegas Strip in December 1998. After nearly 20 years, Smith & Wollensky closed the original location and RWA reprised its role as their architect of record in the development of the restaurant’s new Strip location inside the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort.
The result is an all-new two-story, 14,000 square foot steakhouse with classic charm and a warm, inviting atmosphere.

03/22/2022

When it came time to develop their first freestanding tour transportation facility, South West Excursions, and Education Tours, reached out to RWA.​

The client wanted a uniquely designed facility, with lots of natural light and an expansive lobby to allow the customers to look out on their fleet of beautiful clean tour buses and shuttles. The masonry walls, polished concrete floors, and high-performance north-facing glass created a one-of-a-kind and durable building design. The buildings soaring roof provides shade to the north where patrons load and unload from their tours.

02/17/2022

We are excited to announce Brandon Wetzel as our newest Project Manager. With multiple years of professional experience, his portfolio features diverse project types including residential, hospitality, retail, dining and entertainment, as well as healthcare, corporate office, and educational environments. Brandon obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Architecture prior to completing his graduate coursework in Architecture and Urban Design at Pratt Institute in New York. He is currently a lecturer at Pratt where he teaches the summer primer program for incoming graduate architecture students. Brandon’s expertise includes master planning, architectural design, and interiors. His recent notable projects include retail interiors for Jaeger-LeCoultre, Buccelllati and Chase Bank. His work has been exhibited at the Ford Foundation Gallery and Aicon Gallery in New York, as well as being featured in publications including Flaunt Magazine and The Architect’s Newspaper. Please join us in welcoming Brandon to the RWA team!

01/28/2022

Richardson Wetzel Architects is excited to announce the launch of our new website!
www.rwa-design.com
Follow the link to see a list of services and a selection of our recently completed projects. Check back for new upcoming work in 2022!