Where your ideas take form
At Formelier, we are commitment to balancing design excellence with practical execution. Our dedication to stakeholder satisfaction and attention to detail raises the bar on the level of service that can be expected when working with an architect.
Founded in 2018, Formelier is a professional architecture firm specializing in retail, workplace, laboratory, and industrial projects. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, we offer a variety of services and expertise on a regional and national level.
Founding Principal Matt Cornelius brings over 15 years of wide-ranging architectural and business experience to Formelier. Licensed in California, Florida, Illinois, New York, Oregon, Texas, and Washington, Matt has an impressive background which includes work with high-profile, multi-national brands such as Apple, Dior, and Bio-Rad.
At Formelier, we believe all projects are a unique opportunity to create value, not only in the final product but also in the efforts which lead us to it. This philosophy is rooted in our commitment to balance design excellence with practical execution. Our dedication to stakeholder satisfaction and attention to detail aims to raise the bar on the level of service that can be expected when working with an architect.
Founded in 2018, Formelier is a professional architecture firm specializing in retail, workplace, laboratory, and industrial projects. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, we offer a variety of services and expertise on a regional and national level. Our firm is experienced in projects of all sizes and project delivery methods.
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Matt Cornelius
About
Formelier takes a practical, value-focused approach to manufacturing and warehouse projects. We design cost effective, efficient facilities that maximize usable space and improve workflow.
Industrial
We specialize in creating adaptable, people-centered office environments which emphasize collaboration and flexibility. The result is a workspace that supports productivity without unnecessary complexity.
Workplace
We excel at designing and renovating lab environments that balance safety, workflow efficiency, and future flexibility. We design clean, well-organized facilities which provide teams the spaces they need to do their best work.
Laboratory
Formelier brings a thoughtful, brand-focused approach to retail environments. We design spaces that feel both distinctive and practical, helping clients create lasting impressions while meeting business expectations.
Retail
Expertise
- Use Permits and Variances
- Zoning and Land Use
- Exhibits, Renderings, and Narratives
- Applications and Project Representation
- Coordinate with Community Stakeholders
- Public Meetings, Design Review Hearings
- Planning Commission Presentations
Formelier can assist with planning, analysis, and navigating regulatory processes needed for a project to progress from concept to approved development.
Entitlements
- Use Permits and Variances
- Zoning and Land Use
- Exhibits, Renderings, and Narratives
- Applications and Project Rep
- Community Coordination
- Public Meetings & Hearings
- Planning Commission Presentations
- Use and Occupancy
- ADA Accessibility
- Fire and Life Safety
- Sustainability
- Energy and Building Envelope
Whether you want to assess and mitigate liability, need to meet insurance, financial, or municipal requirements, or simply want to keep up with the latest codes, we can survey your property and identify deficiencies and potential areas of improvement for:
Code Compliance
Whether you need to assess and mitigate liability, meet insurance, financial, or municipal requirements, or simply want to keep up with the latest codes, we can survey your property and identify deficiencies and areas of improvement for:
- Feasibility Studies
- Programming
- Surveys and As-Built Drawings
- Concepts and Schematic Design
- Construction Drawings
- Permitting
- Construction Administration
- Peer Review
- General Consulting
Formelier offers a complete range of licensed architectural services, which includes:
Architecture
Services
Clients
Phone
6101 Bollinger Canyon Rd, Ste 385
San Ramon, CA 94583
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Contact
Founding Principal Matt Cornelius brings over 15 years of wide-ranging architectural and business experience to Formelier. Licensed in California, Florida, Illinois, New York, Oregon, Texas, and Washington, Matt has an impressive background which includes work with high-profile, multi-national brands such as Apple, Dior, and Bio-Rad.
At Formelier, we believe all projects are a unique opportunity to create value, not only in the final product but also in the efforts which lead us to it. This philosophy is rooted in our commitment to balance design excellence with practical execution. Our dedication to stakeholder satisfaction and attention to detail aims to raise the bar on the level of service that can be expected when working with an architect.
Founded in 2018, Formelier is a professional architecture firm specializing in retail, workplace, laboratory, and industrial projects. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, we offer a variety of services and expertise on a regional and national level. Our firm is experienced in projects of all sizes and project delivery methods.
About
We excel at designing and renovating lab environments that balance safety, workflow efficiency, and future flexibility. We focus on clean, well-organized facilities which provide teams the spaces they need to do their best work.
Laboratory
Formelier takes a practical, value-focused approach to manufacturing and warehouse projects. We design cost effective, efficient facilities that maximize usable space and improve workflow.
Industrial
We specialize in creating adaptable, people-centered office environments which emphasize collaboration and flexibility. The result is a workspace that supports productivity without unnecessary complexity.
Workplace
Formelier brings a thoughtful, brand-focused approach to retail environments. We design spaces that feel both distinctive and practical, helping clients create lasting impressions while meeting business expectations.
Retail
Expertise
- Use Permits and Variances
- Zoning and Land Use
- Exhibits, Renderings, and Narratives
- Applications and Project Representation
- Coordinate with Community Stakeholders
- Public Meetings, Design Review Hearings
- Planning Commission Presentations
Formelier can assist with planning, analysis, and navigating regulatory processes needed for a project to move from idea to approved development.
Entitlements
- Use and Occupancy
- ADA Accessibility
- Fire and Life Safety
- Sustainability
- Energy and Building Envelope
Whether you want to assess and mitigate liability, need to meet insurance, financial, or municipal requirements, or simply want to keep up with the latest codes, we can survey your property and identify deficiencies and potential areas of improvement for:
Code Compliance
- Feasibility Studies
- Programming
- Surveys and As-Built Drawings
- Concepts and Schematic Design
- Construction Drawings
- Permitting
- Construction Administration
- Peer Review
- General Consulting
Formelier offers a wide range of professional architectural services including:
Architecture
Services
Clients
6101 Bollinger Canyon Rd, Ste 385
San Ramon, CA 94583