Taz and her team really do put people at the center of everything that they do. From the humans who are featured on the Tea with Taz podcast, the commitment to mentorship and supporting the education of the next generation of architects, all the way through to the clients and collaborators with whom they work on every project.

Your commitment to designing projects that fosters community and brings people together is inspiring! Your passion for making a difference in the community is also exemplified by your leading collaborative events between NOMAarizona and Arizona AIA to recognize the inclusivity of design. Your podcast “Tea with Taz” creates a platform for thought-provoking dialogue about the built environment!

I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Taz at The McKinley Club and drawing on her expertise for guidance in my interior design firm. She is a true light in the industry- grounded, knowledgeable, and community-minded, while also bringing a creative and thoughtful perspective to every collaboration. She also spoke as a panelist at an event I hosted, where her insights were moving and inspiring, leaving a lasting impression on everyone in the room.

It’s been an honor to serve alongside Taz on the AIA’s Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee, where Taz has spearheaded powerful conversations about life as a female architect and business owner. Taz continues to inspire me with her strong commitment and pure joy when it comes to historical preservation and I admire her unwavering commitment to community! Cheers to many, many
more years!

Working with Taz over the years has been a true pleasure. Her creativity, professionalism, and dedication shine through in every project, and she has built a reputation for excellence that inspires confidence.

Working alongside you through countless commercial and residential projects has been a true privilege — your team’s ability to collaborate with MEP engineering seamlessly and communicate design updates with clarity and foresight sets a high standard in our industry. As a fellow minority-owned firm, H2Q Engineering deeply appreciates your unwavering commitment to diversity, collaboration, and excellence in every stage of the design process.

I connected with Taz on social media 12+ years ago. Six months ago I signed the lease for our second location and Taz was the obvious choice to design the remodel, a friend who helped me get this project done and the whole process has been great!

It was an absolute joy to be part of your studio — a space filled with creativity, integrity, and heart. Taz, your leadership, sharp design sense, and unwavering work ethic are truly inspiring. You bring thoughtfulness and authenticity to every project, and it shows in the studio culture you’ve built. Rodney’s support, the great conversations, and Kelly’s constant tail wags made it feel like a second
home.

Taz Khatri Studios is a wonderful local business! Not only are they a reputable and talented architect firm, but they also value community and education. Whether it is through their podcast or their passion to support local history, you can learn so much about their values and the work behind the scenes. I highly encourage you to engage with this woman owned business and utilize them for your architectural needs.

I’ve known Taz for a long time, and what’s always stood out is how deeply she cares about people, places, and the stories behind them. Her work isn’t just about buildings, it’s about restoring, reimagining, and making space for everyone. I’m always inspired to see her work and the energy she brings to it.

Following Taz Khatri architect & blogger extraordinaire has been an enriching journey. Taz exemplifies & ignites us to be curious about the very environment in which we live…to recognize its unique history & to value & preserve it. She carries a particular authentic passion for this work by choosing projects that lift up communities- celebrating neighborhoods with design features that make humans simply more human. Taz Khatri Studios is driven by conversation, honest questioning & incorporating social media through blogs & podcasts that deliver optimism & opportunity.