Business Details
We have been practicing architecture in the Bay Area since opening our office in 1984, bringing over four decades of professional experience to every project we undertake. As a licensed architect and University of California at Berkeley graduate, we apply advanced technical expertise to design well over 250 buildings throughout the region. Our specialized skill set encompasses custom residential design, commercial projects, and unique conceptual structures, allowing us to solve complex architectural challenges for a diverse clientele. We approach every commission with a commitment to professional standards, utilizing Computer-Aided Design to increase both speed and accuracy while passing substantial savings on to our clients. Our problem-solving capabilities are demonstrated through meticulous site analysis, ensuring every building takes advantage of its land's assets while mitigating its constraints.
We prioritize client satisfaction by maintaining a true collaborative process, beginning with a personal consultation and extending through detailed concept sketches and final design development. Our dedication to functional sculpture ensures that we balance interior spatial relationships with exterior architectural form. We uphold full transparency in our fees and creative processes, fostering trust through clear proposals and open communication. Our authoritative presence in Northern California architecture is reflected in our portfolio of varied styles tailored to individual client personalities. We are committed to translating your vision into a meticulously crafted reality.
We prioritize client satisfaction by maintaining a true collaborative process, beginning with a personal consultation and extending through detailed concept sketches and final design development. Our dedication to functional sculpture ensures that we balance interior spatial relationships with exterior architectural form. We uphold full transparency in our fees and creative processes, fostering trust through clear proposals and open communication. Our authoritative presence in Northern California architecture is reflected in our portfolio of varied styles tailored to individual client personalities. We are committed to translating your vision into a meticulously crafted reality.
Highlights and features
- We bring over four decades of architectural experience since 1984.
- We are a licensed architect and UC Berkeley graduate.
- We have designed well over 250 buildings in the Bay Area.
- We use Computer-Aided Design for increased speed and accuracy.
- We offer substantial client savings through our CAD library of pre-drawn details.
Services
New Homes
We design custom new homes tailored to reflect the unique personality and lifestyle of each client. Our process begins with a thorough consultation to understand spatial needs and desired character, followed by site analysis to maximize natural assets. Utilizing concept sketches and advanced Computer-Aided Design, we create functional, beautiful residences that integrate seamlessly with their surroundings.
Remodeled Homes
We transform existing residences through thoughtful architectural remodels that honor original character while updating functionality. Our collaborative approach starts by reviewing client ideas and discussing creative possibilities for the space. We manipulate interior volumes and exterior forms to find the perfect relationship of rooms, delivering homes that feel entirely new.
Commercial Projects
We provide architectural design for commercial buildings, ensuring structures fit harmoniously within their urban environments. Our expertise in site analysis allows us to address specific commercial needs, from maximizing solar heat to managing privacy concerns. We deliver highly accurate CAD drawings for electrical, mechanical, and structural plans, optimizing project efficiency.
Unusual Concepts
We specialize in unusual architectural concepts, exploring a wide variety of creative possibilities through rapid concept sketching. Our process uses floor plans, site plans, and perspective sketches to study overall building essence without working out all details. Clients select the best options, allowing us to collaboratively develop truly unique and innovative structures.
