Action Architecture is a bold, sustainable, and innovative architectural and interior design firm founded in Minnesota in 2024. We understand that for thousands of years, architecture has been a mirror of culture—forged by climate, craft and identity. Today, glass and steel monoliths erase that legacy, turning cities from New York to Shanghai into indistinguishable copies.
We reject this sameness. As the best modern architect, we celebrate regionality—creating buildings that resonate with their surroundings, honor local history, and harmonize with nature. By blending vernacular materials, sustainable design, and community engagement, we craft structures that don't just shelter people, but speak to them.
Because architecture isn't just about buildings; it's about telling a story—your story!
ABOUT
Yiming Guan embodies the balance of a generalist with deep architectural expertise. Driven by an insatiable curiosity and interdisciplinary mastery—spanning design, engineering, environmental science, and cultural studies—he seamlessly synthesizes complex concepts into innovative, practical solutions. With a remarkable aptitude for rapid, deep learning, Yiming quickly grasps the nuances of any industry, empowering him to serve clients across diverse sectors with precision and creativity.
A natural problem-solver, Yiming adopts a forward-thinking approach, anticipating challenges before they arise. His designs thoughtfully integrate client aspirations with ecological sensitivity and respect for local context, ensuring each project is not only timeless but responsive to its environment. Whether tackling the technical demands of aviation architecture or the human-centric needs of wellness spaces, his work exemplifies a commitment to harmony, functionality, and future-ready thinking.
As an English and Chinese Mandarin-speaking architect, Yiming also helps bridge cultural and linguistic gaps, offering specialized expertise to clients from Asian countries looking to start or expand their businesses in North America. His cross-cultural insights and global perspective enable him to navigate complex design challenges with ease.
Yiming Guan, AIA, NCARB
Founder / President
Get in touch
contact@actionarchitecture.com