Design That Moves People
Transformative Design, Building Destinations
Architects, engineers, and experiential designers shaping the spaces where memories are made. From resorts and parks, zoos, campgrounds, and entertainment venues, to traditional architecture and engineering. Our transformative design is your forever destination.
The Power of Integrated Design
Where Architecture, Engineering, and Experience Work as One.
At Waves, every project blossoms from a single idea: connection. We connect creativity and constructability, imagination and infrastructure, beauty and budget, so your guests experience seamless delight while your operations run effortlessly behind the scenes.
Our team unites architecture, landscape design, structural and civil engineering, and planning under one roof. A coordinated vision from concept through construction.
The Industries We Shape
Water play, parks, hospitality, or recreation, we help visionary leaders bring their destinations to life. We Design the Places People Play, Stay, and Belong.
Hospitality & Resorts
Spaces that invite and inspire
From mountain lodges to waterparks, we craft memorable stays year-round
Ye Old Mill
Recreation & Entertainment
Thrill Meets Thought
We design crowd flow, story flow, and unforgettable guest experiences.
Rainbow Center Mall
Architecture, Engineering, & Planning
Vision grounded in precision
Seamless coordination from concept to construction, the art and science of design done right.
Marshall House
Zoos, Aquariums, & Cultural Destinations
Where wonder meets conservation
Immersive exhibitys and educational environments rooted in sustainability.
Buffalo Zoo
Indoor & Outdoor Hospitality & Campgrounds
From Campfire to Community
Smart layouts and amenities that transform overnight stays into destination experiences
Marz Park
The Waves Approach
Design That’s Immersive, Intelligent, Forward Thinking, and Built to Endure.
Immersive Design
We craft emotional experiences for all five senses, through light, sound, imagery, aroma, movement, and storytelling. Every guest interaction is intentional and memorable, demanding repeat engagement.
Intelligent Engineering
Sustainable systems, efficient designs, and operational foresight that protects your investment for decades.
Integrated Expertise
Our architects, engineers, and landscape designers use a highly collaborative approach with the client from day one, maximizing efficiency and implementation of the ownership vision
Let’s Create the Next Destination Together
Your Vision. Our Expertise. One Extraordinary Experience
Whether you’re reimagining a park, expanding a resort, or creating a new destination from the ground up, Waves helps you design spaces that perform beautifully, operate efficiently, and leave guests wanting more.