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address: "1106 E 2700 S, Salt Lake City, Utah 84106, United States"
latitude: 40.7056
longitude: -111.8548
phone: "(702) 468-1485"
website: https://www.mccanndesignstudio.com/
rating: 5
review_count: 4
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followers: 434
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# Blackbox design studios

Original Houzz profile: [Blackbox design studios](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/blackbox-design-studios-pfvwus-pf~2046832722)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Salt Lake City, UT
- **Serves:** Salt Lake City, SLC, West Jordan, Sandy, Sandy City, South Jordan, Millcreek, Taylorsville, Murray, Kearns, Midvale, Cottonwood Heights, Holladay, South Salt Lake, North Salt Lake, East Millcreek, Canyon Rim, Little Cottonwood Creek Valley, Mount Olympus, Centerfield
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2021), for Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- 100,000 Ideabook Saves

McCann Design Studio is an architectural design and planning firm that develops personal relationships with clients as we design their individual, unique projects. Known and respected for our outstanding design and meticulous attention to detail, we enjoy the compliment of a significant number of repeat clients. 
 
Our success depends on our ability to foster trusting and beneficial relationships with our clients.  Blackbox design studios considers all aspects of the design, including a client’s needs and desires, project budget, site considerations and zoning regulations.   The team at Blackbox design studios combine creativity and technical knowledge in order to guide a project from concept to successful completion.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- Kitchen Design
- Sustainable Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- 3D Rendering
- Bathroom Design
- Green Building
- Drafting
- 3D Home Design
- Architecture
- Construction Drawings
- Interiors
- Planning
- Remodeling

### Areas Served

- Salt Lake City
- SLC
- West Jordan
- Sandy
- Sandy City
- South Jordan
- Millcreek
- Taylorsville
- Murray
- Kearns
- Midvale
- Cottonwood Heights
- Holladay
- South Salt Lake
- North Salt Lake
- East Millcreek
- Canyon Rim
- Little Cottonwood Creek Valley
- Mount Olympus
- Centerfield

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Blackbox design studios |
| Address | 1106 E 2700 S, Salt Lake City, Utah 84106, United States |
| Phone | (702) 468-1485 |
| Website | https://www.mccanndesignstudio.com/ |
| Followers on Houzz | 434 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Blackbox-Design-Studios-116345801789170/?ref=br\_rs
- Blog — http://www.blackboxslc.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Blackbox design studios](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/blackbox-design-studios-pfvwus-pf~2046832722)
- **Website:** https://www.mccanndesignstudio.com/
- **Phone:** (702) 468-1485

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2021), for Design.

**Affiliations**
- [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019)
- [Utah Valley Home Builders Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/utah-valley-home-builders-association-pfvwus-pf~402996395)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews**

### All 4 reviews

**★★★★★ — fred fairclough, July 2017**

> Client.
> Benj is that rare architect who listens.
> Work product is excellent.
> Works very well with contractor.
> Highly recommend to those looking to build who have some idea of what they want.

**★★★★★ — G Brown Design, April 2017**

> It was a pleasure working with Danielle on a custom home near Park City. She was open to exploring new site design possibilities and did an awesome job providing me information about the project and client's goals. She is a very talented architect and I look forward to the next opportunity to work with her again.

**★★★★★ — LOFT SIX FOUR, Aug. 2016**

> Richards got more talent than I've ever seen in an Architect! I collaborate frequently with him on projects as a Landscape Architect and not only is he easy to work with, but he's got so much passion for what he designs and for whom he designs with.
>
> Another great quality that i love about Richard is that he is a problem solver and is always willing to do whatever it takes to make sure you absolutely love your home design down to the very last detail, especially when problems arise.
>
> The dude, straight up, has serious skills that will give you the result of a beautiful project to look at but, most important, a home that you absolutely love to live in!

**★★★★★ — Matt L, Sept. 2015**

> Great experience with Richard and Benj. It's nice to see people thinking outside the box. Thank you again for all the help and look forward to future projects.

## Selected projects

- [Tallwoods Lakeview House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tallwoods-lakeview-house-pj-vj~670509)
  - Location: Salt Lake City, UT
  - Photos: 12
- [The Palmer](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-palmer-pj-vj~1953152)
  - Location: Salt Lake City, UT
  - Photos: 17
- [Josephine](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/josephine-pj-vj~2620536)
  - Location: Highland, UT
  - Photos: 19
- [The Elwood - Skye Estates](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-elwood-skye-estates-pj-vj~1157310)
  - Location: Salt Lake City, UT
  - Photos: 14
- [8008 Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/8008-remodel-pj-vj~152695)
  - Location: Salt Lake City, UT
  - Photos: 8
- [Bluffdale Cottages](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bluffdale-cottages-pj-vj~758652)
  - Location: Salt Lake City, UT
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: Alley-loaded cottages in Bluffdale, Utah.
- [Draper Bluff House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/draper-bluff-house-pj-vj~540902)
  - Location: Salt Lake City, UT
  - Photos: 7
- [Sherwood Hills House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sherwood-hills-house-pj-vj~4833068)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 14
- [Hart Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hart-residence-pj-vj~3149941)
  - Location: Provo, UT
  - Photos: 33

[See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/blackbox-design-studios-pfvwus-pf~2046832722)

## Ideabooks

- [Details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118205017/list/details) — 1 idea
- [Exterior/Landscaping](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72673661/list/exterior-landscaping) — 22 ideas
- [J&S Interior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/73305479/list/j-s-interior) — 3 ideas
- [midcentury](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5997405/list/midcentury) — 43 ideas
- [PM](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75735882/list/pm) — 4 ideas
- [LIGHTING](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/49395481/list/lighting) — 3 ideas

[See all 6 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/blackbox)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Can you please tell me what the lovely fireplace tile is? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The fireplace is all "Roman" brick. 16" x 2". If you look at the exterior photos it's the same on the exterior.

**Q: Wall timber?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hi was just wondering what type of timber is on the walls and what product is used on it.. It looks awesome

A: It's a hardwood flooring. Same as the floor. See previous answer for exact make and color. Glad you like it!

**Q: Shelves** *(in Photo Questions)*

How are the shelves hung?  I don't see brackets.

A: There are 1x MDF ledgers along the back and sides of the shelves. Then a face board placed across the front in the same stained maple as the drawers below.

**Q: love the file cabinets. where can i find these?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The drawers are custom cabinets with black stained maple front panels.

**Q: what are the dimensions of this room?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: the room is about 8' wide and about 5' deep.

**Q: Where do you find the shelves with the under lights?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The shelves are custom made. MDF shelves with black stained maple faces and LED tape stuck to the undersides of the shelves.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-17.*