Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Interior Design and Facilities Management Solutions
Vargas Associates has been delivering transformative commercial workspace solutions since 2004. Founded by President Christine Vargas, LEED AP, with over 25 years of industry experience, we specialize in creating functional, inspiring workspaces that enhance organizational performance. Our team approaches every project as an extension of our clients' organizations, managing complex schedules and processes with expert execution to prevent problems, reduce stress, and deliver cost-effective results. Holding WBE, DBE, and LEED certifications, we demonstrate industry leadership through our commitment to sustainability and excellence.With offices in Rochester and Buffalo, New York, we serve healthcare, corporate, education, municipal, and nonprofit clients across New York State and nationwide. Our 360-degree approach integrates interior design, facilities project management, relocation management, and furniture coordination to create spaces that boost productivity, foster collaboration, and reflect our clients' unique needs. Our principals remain directly involved in every project phase, ensuring alignment with client goals and maintaining our reputation for exceptional service.
Services
Interior Design
Facilities Project Management
Relocation Management
Inventory Assessment
Commercial Relocation Planning
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of experience in commercial interior design and project management
- Certified WBE/DBE with proven expertise in New York State projects
- LEED-certified professionals for sustainable design solutions
- Integrated 360-degree approach to facilities management
- Direct principal involvement in every project phase
Associations and certifications
- Women Business Enterprise (WBE)
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
- LEED Certified
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design services create functional, inspiring workspaces tailored to organizational needs. We specialize in commercial environments, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and government buildings. Our LEED-certified professionals combine aesthetic excellence with practical functionality to enhance productivity, foster collaboration, and reflect brand identity while maintaining strict budget controls.
Facilities Project Management
We provide comprehensive facilities project management from concept to completion. Our certified professionals manage timelines, budgets, and vendor coordination for complex renovations and new builds. With proven expertise in healthcare, education, and corporate sectors, we minimize disruption to client operations while delivering high-quality results that meet regulatory requirements and sustainability standards.
Relocation Management
Our relocation management services streamline office moves for businesses of all sizes. We coordinate logistics, space planning, and furniture assessment to ensure seamless transitions. With experience in corporate, healthcare, and educational relocations, we implement strategic plans that minimize downtime, protect assets, and maintain operational continuity throughout the moving process.
Inventory Assessment
We conduct detailed inventory assessments to optimize furniture and equipment utilization. Our systematic evaluations identify assets for reuse, relocation, or replacement, maximizing client investments. This service supports cost-effective decision-making for renovations, expansions, and workspace reconfigurations across commercial, healthcare, and educational environments.
Commercial Relocation Planning
Our commercial relocation planning ensures smooth transitions for growing businesses. We develop comprehensive strategies covering space requirements, budget projections, and timeline management. With expertise in corporate and institutional moves, we create phased implementation plans that maintain operational efficiency while transitioning to new facilities that support organizational growth and objectives.
People
Christine M. Vargas
President
Christine Vargas, LEED AP, founded Vargas Associates in 2004 and oversees all projects. With 25+ years of experience in healthcare, public safety, and education design, she leads teams to deliver award-winning spaces that enhance organizational performance while maintaining strict budget and timeline controls.
Fina Santiago
Vice President
Fina Santiago manages daily operations and project execution at Vargas Associates. With 20 years of experience in facilities management, she ensures projects stay on schedule and within budget while maintaining exceptional client communication and delivering innovative solutions that exceed expectations.
Questions
What services does Vargas Associates offer?
We provide interior design, facilities project management, relocation management, and furniture assessment services for commercial, healthcare, education, and government clients.
Are you certified as a minority/women-owned business?
Yes, we hold New York State WBE certification and federal DBE certification as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise.
What industries do you specialize in?
We work with healthcare facilities, corporate offices, K-12 and higher education institutions, municipal/government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
Do you work outside New York State?
While headquartered in New York, we've completed select projects nationwide while maintaining our commitment to quality service.
How do you ensure project success?
Our principals remain directly involved throughout each project, using integrated project management and maintaining strict budget and timeline controls.
