Architecture Design Orchestration
Complete system architecture design through parallel expert analysis. 6 specialized agents deliver comprehensive architecture in 2-3 hours with 40% cost savings.
Parallel Expert Analysis Architecture
Six specialized agents work in parallel and sequence to deliver comprehensive system architecture design with optimal efficiency and cost.
Orchestration Flow
software-architect
Orchestrator & Integration Lead
System design, pattern selection, integration analysis
security-engineer
Security Architecture
Threat modeling, authentication, data protection, compliance
senior-fullstack-developer
Performance & Scalability
Database design, API architecture, caching strategies
devops-engineer
Infrastructure Design
Cloud platforms, CI/CD, monitoring, disaster recovery
enterprise-cto-advisor
Technology Stack Selection
Framework evaluation, vendor selection, strategic decisions
technical-writer
Documentation
Information architecture, technical communication
The 4-Step Workflow
Systematic orchestration from requirements analysis through final documentation.
Requirements Analysis
Comprehensive analysis of product requirements, business constraints, and architectural drivers to establish the foundation for design decisions.
What Happens
- • Load product requirements and business constraints
- • Define scale expectations and growth projections
- • Identify architectural drivers (performance, security, cost)
- • Determine time-to-market requirements
- • Map critical design decisions needed
- • Establish success criteria and KPIs
Deliverables
- Requirements Analysis Document
- Architectural Drivers Matrix
- Critical Design Decisions List
- Success Criteria Framework
Parallel Architecture Analysis
Four specialized agents simultaneously analyze different architectural perspectives, maximizing efficiency through parallel processing.
What Happens
- • Security Architecture (security-engineer - Opus): Threat modeling, auth/authz design, data protection, compliance
- • Performance & Scalability (senior-fullstack-developer - Sonnet): Database design, caching, API design, load balancing
- • Infrastructure Design (devops-engineer - Sonnet): Cloud platform, CI/CD pipeline, monitoring, disaster recovery
- • Technology Stack Selection (enterprise-cto-advisor - Opus): Framework evaluation, vendor selection, build vs buy, team assessment
Deliverables
- Security Architecture Report
- Performance Design Specification
- Infrastructure Blueprint
- Technology Stack Recommendations
Integration Analysis
Synthesize parallel analyses into a cohesive system architecture, resolving conflicts and creating comprehensive design artifacts.
What Happens
- • Synthesize 4 parallel analyses into cohesive architecture
- • Resolve conflicts between recommendations
- • Create system diagrams (component, deployment, sequence)
- • Document key architectural decisions with rationale
- • Identify implementation dependencies and risks
- • Create phased implementation roadmap
Deliverables
- Integrated System Architecture
- Architectural Decision Records (ADRs)
- System Diagrams (C4 Model)
- Implementation Roadmap
Architecture Documentation
Transform technical analyses into a comprehensive Architecture Design Document with clear visualizations and actionable implementation guidance.
What Happens
- • Format into Architecture Design Document (ADD)
- • Create visual diagrams and flowcharts
- • Compile decision log with trade-offs
- • Develop implementation roadmap with phases
- • Document team capability requirements
- • Add executive summary and recommendations
Deliverables
- Architecture Design Document (30-40 pages)
- Visual Architecture Diagrams
- Decision Log with Rationale
- Implementation Roadmap
Model Optimization Strategy
Strategic model selection ensures quality for high-risk decisions while optimizing cost for established patterns.
Opus (40%)
High-risk & strategic decisions
Strategic decisions, integration analysis, complex trade-offs
High-risk security architecture decisions, compliance requirements
Strategic technology selections, vendor evaluations, long-term implications
Total: 3 agents × ~60 min = ~180 min Opus
Sonnet (60%)
Established patterns & best practices
Well-defined performance patterns and best practices
Established infrastructure patterns and cloud best practices
Documentation formatting and information architecture
Total: 3 agents × ~50 min avg = ~150 min Sonnet
Single Opus Approach
6-8 hours Opus = ~$60-80
One agent doing all work sequentially
Orchestrated Approach
2.5 hours Opus + 2 hours Sonnet = ~$35-40
Parallel processing + strategic model selection
Savings: ~40% + 4-5 hours faster
When to Use This Workflow
Ideal for complex architecture decisions requiring expert analysis across multiple dimensions.
New Product Architecture Design
Design complete system architecture for greenfield products from the ground up
Major Platform Overhaul
Redesign existing systems for modern requirements and scale
Microservices Migration Planning
Strategic decomposition and migration path from monolithic architectures
Cloud Migration Architecture
Design cloud-native architectures and migration strategies
System Modernization Projects
Update technology stacks while maintaining business continuity
Frequency: Monthly (10-15 times/year) for growing companies
Key Benefits
Why orchestration outperforms single-agent architecture design.
Parallel Processing Efficiency
Four agents analyze different architectural perspectives simultaneously, reducing total time by 4-5 hours
Cost Optimization
Strategic use of Opus for high-risk decisions and Sonnet for established patterns reduces costs by 40%
Expert Specialization
Each agent focuses on their domain expertise, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all architectural concerns
Comprehensive Documentation
Complete Architecture Design Document with diagrams, decisions, and roadmap ready for implementation
Best Practices
Parallel Independence
Ensure 4 architecture analyses can proceed without blocking each other
Decision Documentation
Every key decision must include rationale and alternatives considered
Diagram Standards
Use consistent notation (C4 model recommended) for all architecture diagrams
Trade-off Analysis
Explicitly document what you're optimizing for and what you're sacrificing
Implementation Roadmap
Include phasing strategy for complex architectures with clear milestones
Team Capability Assessment
Consider existing team skills and include training plans for new technologies
Anti-Patterns to Avoid
Design in isolation without understanding business constraints
Over-engineer for scale you'll never need
Choose technologies unfamiliar to your team without training plan
Ignore operational complexity in architecture decisions
Create architecture without clear migration path from current state
Skip security architecture until after implementation
Remember
Architecture design is about making informed trade-offs for your specific context, not following a one-size-fits-all blueprint.
Architecture Design Document (ADD)
Comprehensive 30-40 page document ready for stakeholder review and team implementation.
Executive Summary
High-level overview for stakeholders and decision-makers
System Context & Requirements
Business drivers, constraints, and architectural requirements
4 Architectural Perspectives
Security, performance, infrastructure, and technology stack analysis
Integrated System Design
Complete architecture with component, deployment, and sequence diagrams (C4 model)
Key Decisions & Trade-offs
Architectural Decision Records (ADRs) with rationale and alternatives
Implementation Roadmap
Phased approach with milestones, dependencies, and team requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Architecture Design Orchestration workflow take?
The complete workflow takes 2-3 hours on average. This includes 30 minutes for requirements analysis, 45-60 minutes for parallel architecture analysis by 4 agents, 30 minutes for integration analysis, and 30 minutes for documentation. This is 4-5 hours faster than a single-agent approach that would take 6-8 hours.
Why use a mix of Opus and Sonnet models?
Strategic model selection optimizes both quality and cost. Opus is used for high-risk security decisions, strategic technology selections, and complex integration analysis where sophisticated reasoning is critical. Sonnet handles well-defined patterns like performance optimization and infrastructure design where best practices are established. This 40% Opus / 60% Sonnet mix saves ~40% in costs while maintaining strategic quality.
What agents participate in this orchestration?
Six specialized agents participate: software-architect (orchestrator), security-engineer (security architecture), senior-fullstack-developer (performance design), devops-engineer (infrastructure), enterprise-cto-advisor (technology stack), and technical-writer (documentation). Each focuses on their domain expertise for comprehensive coverage.
What is the final deliverable?
The Architecture Design Document (ADD) is a comprehensive 30-40 page document including executive summary, system context and requirements, 4 architectural perspectives (security, performance, infrastructure, tech stack), integrated system design, key decisions and trade-offs, architectural diagrams (C4 model), and a phased implementation roadmap.
When should I use this workflow?
Use this workflow for new product architecture design, major platform overhauls, microservices migration planning, cloud migration architecture, or system modernization projects. It's ideal when you need comprehensive architectural analysis across multiple dimensions (security, performance, infrastructure, technology). Typical frequency is monthly or 10-15 times per year.
How does parallel processing work in Step 2?
In Step 2, four agents analyze different architectural perspectives simultaneously without blocking each other: security-engineer focuses on threat modeling and compliance, senior-fullstack-developer designs for performance and scale, devops-engineer creates infrastructure blueprints, and enterprise-cto-advisor evaluates technology options. Each agent works independently on their domain, then the software-architect synthesizes all perspectives in Step 3.
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