I’m Ken Small, founder and principal owner of Small Studio Associates (SSA Architecture), a full-service architecture and design firm in Las Vegas, Nevada. With extensive experience in both commercial and residential architecture, I’ve built my career on delivering creative, code-compliant, and cost-effective design solutions that meet each client’s unique needs.
As a LEED-accredited Las Vegas architect, I’m passionate about integrating sustainable and energy-efficient practices into every stage of the design and construction process. My expertise covers tenant improvements, restaurant and office design, ADA compliance consulting, and master planning—all with a focus on quality, functionality, and long-term value.
At SSA Architecture, I personally oversee the design process, ensuring each project reflects our commitment to precision, collaboration, and innovation. I believe great architecture begins with understanding people and their spaces—transforming ideas into structures that inspire and perform.
License & Certifications
Commercial Architect, ADA architects, Restaurants Architects, Healthcare Architecture firms, Medical ARCHITECT – Nevada, Arizona, Texas, California – NCARB Certified 1987 LEED ACCREDITED PROFESSIONAL – INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL – Accessibility Inspector, Plan Reviewer – Certified 2010 INTERIOR DESIGNER (Nevada will not license architects as interior designers also) RECOGNIZED EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES PLANNER 2004
Education
BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE – Texas Tech University 1981, Lubbock, Texas
Experience
ABKS ARCHITECTURE BY KEN SMALL, Principal 1993 – Las Vegas, Nevada KGA Architecture, Paul Steelman LTD & G. C. Wallace prior to 1993
COMPUTER LITERACY Trainer and Programmer in all major PC based software since 1982, including AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office, Novel, Windows OS, Spectext, Ecotect, AutoDesk-Architectural Desktop, Accurender, Corel, Canvass, Illustrator, MS Server, Chief Architect, Exchange Server, Palm OS, QuickBooks, MS Publisher, Photoshop, Frontpage, Expression 2.
CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS INSTITUTE (CSI) – Professional Director, Chapter President (2001-2002), Las Vegas Chapter AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS (AIA) – Member, Las Vegas Chapter COUNCIL OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES PLANNERS INTERNATIONAL (CEFPI) – President Elect until 10/2005, Las Vegas Chapter