SFMM's design approach is firmly rooted in the practical realities of construction and the process of transforming designs into tangible buildings. With extensive experience working directly in the field alongside contractors, SFMM has developed a comprehensive understanding of how various constraints—such as geography, building culture, resources, budget, and time—shape the evolution of a design into a completed structure.

Over the past 20 years, SFMM has moved beyond the traditional role of a design office, adopting a hands-on approach that integrates construction knowledge into the design process. This practical expertise allows SFMM to address the complexities of managing design intent, client needs, and expectations while accounting for the aforementioned constraints.