About RAW International

RAW International is an Architectural partnership established in 1984 combining the talents, skills and resources of Steven G. Lott and Roland A. Wiley. The firm specializes in Programming, Architecture, Planning, Interior Architecture, Project Management, and Building Rehabilitation.

The firm's principal office is located in the City National Bank Building in downtown Los Angeles. In addition to the two partners, RAW maintains the following in-house personnel: Project managers, programmers, designers, CAD operators and administrative assistants. The flexible staffing arrangement which is not uncommon among small and medium architectural firms, has enabled the company to operate cost effectively in a profession whose principal cost is personnel.

RAW International believes that integrity of product and quality of service are the essential elements of a sound architectural practice. These essentials are best achieved by providing a unique level of service which is characterized by the quality of our response, knowledge, talent, and teamwork.

RAW International’s experience encompasses a diversity of project types, ranging from intermodal transit facilities to the rehabilitation of historical structures. RAW has provided service to clients throughout the continental United States as well as Hawaii, Gabon, Dakar, Saint Thomas, Guam, Saipan, and Pago Pago. From the start of a project, RAW establishes a strong line of communication between the client, engineers, and contractors in order to develop and utilize the most effective methods available to complete the project on time and within budget. Furthermore, to eliminate the client’s need to work with several sources, RAW utilizes an established network of expert professionals in such disciplines as Transportation Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering. RAW’s successful process services clients in the following areas:

RAW is DBE Certified by the Metropolitan Transit Authority and a graduate of the Small Business Administration, 8-A Program.

RAW International utilizes a CAD System from the point of Schematic Design and Space Planning through Contract Documents and beyond to post occupancy facilities management. The system is centered around a PC-based, customized version of AutoCAD, Release 2004. Our organized approach to systems management allows the CAD medium to achieve maximum efficiency.