Located in the western end of San Bernardino County is the rustic city of Chino. This town of 82,409 people is well-known for its great quality of life and picturesque rural setting. Despite being a fairly small city, Chino offers a good mix of recreational, commercial, and cultural sites to visit.

Start-ups and business owners are considering building their companies in Chino because of its development in commercial activity. Helping transform these brands into functional and appealing spaces are the commercial architects in the region. Our editorial team compiled the best commercial architects in Chino, California. These architects were selected based on their experiences, awards won, years in the industry, and relevant projects. 

KTGY

17911 Von Karman Avenue, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92614

For three decades, KTGY have been visualizing a future where style is a combination of sustainability and excellent designs. With over 100 listed awards in 2020 and 2021, this firm consistently delivers top-notch spaces for vibrant communities. Their expertise in residential, hotel, mixed-use, and neighborhood redevelopment projects has made them in demand in and near the California region. KTGY is also a prominent full-service firm that serves both domestic and foreign clientele and worked with over 530 customers in 2020.

KTGY’s work includes the 145,500 sq ft Town Center at the Preserve. This innovative, ground-up, retail complex is located in the core of a new mixed-use master plan that seeks to generate a main-street ambiance and give possibilities for large gatherings such as farmer’s markets and movie nights. The incorporation of laser-cut metal panels, natural stone, wood-like tiles, and stucco, brings out a contemporary and inviting atmosphere that is also eye-catching.

Brahmbhatt Architects

980 Corporate Center Dr., Pomona, CA. 91768

Brahmbhatt Architects is one of California’s pioneers in sustainable practices and designs. Through fundamental sustainable principles, accessible state-of-the-art building technology, and green elements, Brahmbhatt Architects provides outstanding architectural and engineering services. Sumit Brahmbhatt, AIA, LEED AP, BD+C, who has over 14 years of expertise and exceptional understanding of energy efficiency in buildings, founded the firm in 2012. Brahmbhatt ensures that the firm designs places that are both ecological and energy-efficient without sacrificing their functionality.

Brahmbhatt Architects’ extensive portfolio ranges from minor to major design projects in healthcare, education, residential, commercial, food services, and religious institutions. One of their projects includes a Five Guys Restaurant. They constructed innovative spaces within the restaurant while including the chain’s classic elements, such as the single purchase counter and the simple white ceramic tiled wall. The commercial area’s interior design is clean, inviting, and it is arranged to manage customers even with a crowd during peak hours.

Creative Design Associates

17528 Rowland St., 2nd Floor, City of Industry, CA 91748

Creative Design Associates is a multi-disciplinary architectural practice that specializes in hotels, mixed-use spaces, offices, residential, and retail establishments. Their founder, Eric Chen,  is an honor student with a bachelor’s degree in architecture from California Polytechnic State University. Chen has over 25 years of expertise as a designer and has worked for numerous companies in the industry. He and his team were also recognized and awarded for their exceptional work, receiving the Design Village Award, the Merit Award for Design, and the Gold Nugget Grand Award. Since their establishment, Creative Design Associates has expanded to provide professional services such as architectural design, master planning, design/build, and technological services. 

Included in the Creative Design Associates’ portfolio is the Nogales Center. The 23,588 sq ft establishment features an 80,785 sq ft lot with clean lines and geometrical patterns incorporated in the contemporary retail store. 

Toblesky Green Architects

4854 Main St. Suite #J, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

Ken Toblesky and Steve Green formed Toblesky Green Architects in 2008. This firm focuses on a project’s goals and translates this into design and function that represents a client’s vision. All projects are unique, engaging, and meet the objectives. Toblesky Green Architects understand the delicate balance of bringing a vision to life and to make that dream an architectural reality. The firm’s quick and smooth approach also guarantees that projects are memorable and rewarding. This foresight has resulted in several return customers and referrals. 

TGA created this 34,000-square-foot luxury automobile brand showroom and service facility in Beverly Hills. Jim Falk Lexus partnered with the firm for this project. A vintage 1930’s structure rich in traditional elements was updated and integrated with modern amenities. This is typical of the successful close collaboration between the client and TGA that resulted in a warm and inviting customer space while vastly increasing the dealership efficiencies through a complete modernization.

GAA Architects

8811 Research Drive, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92618

For over four decades, GAA Architects has been a leading name in architectural master planning and design. The firm’s excellent list of customers, many repeat clients, has maintained a healthy relationship with the firm. Since their inception, GAA Architects has continued to provide exceptional designs for their clients, including  FedEx Ground, UPS, TAWA 99 ranch Supermarkets, and Paramount Studios.


In GAA Architects extensive portfolio, The Rincon at Chino Hills is an example of their notable commercial work. This 10.33-acre suburban mixed-use complex, with seven buildings, is next to the 71 motorway. Phase one consisted of three buildings totaling 24,600 square feet: a daycare center, a medical office, and a multi-tenant retail structure. The façade features a timeless style with traditional stone veneer and a vintage color scheme.