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We drew an open book roofline for this East Bay home. Construction is still underway and we’re looking forward to the finish! #bayareaarchitecture #architecture #architect #roof #customresidential #berkeleyarchitecture

The Brick Parapet of the original 1918 roof is visible where we held back the drywall. #adaptivereuse #architecture #designbuild #bayareabuilders

#details #lighting

Adding sunny square footage to a home in Oakland, and planning to finish before the season changes. #solarium #renovation #designbuild #progressshot #oakland #fall #oaklandarchitecture

Trim Crew getting into the details for a private climbing gym Berkeley.

We believe in approaching our work with optimism, openness and vision. On the wall at our office, this sketch reminds us that a hopeful world-building impulse is at the core of what we do. #architecture #designbuild #biophilia #bayareaarchitects #aia

A Soaring Quotidian Aesthetic. This client’s Elevated Laundry Nook design goal is neatly echoed in the tile choice. The Agrarian Collection from Fireclay Tile is inspired by aerial views of California agriculture. #tile #laundrynook #home #designbuild #architecture #construction

Solarium Going Up! #designbuild #architect #bayareaarchitect #solarium #homegoals

#TBT It’s been a while since a client asked for an office with a skate-able layout. We had a lot of fun with the on-brand details for this teen-oriented marketing firm. #skateramp #grindrails #designbuild #officevibes #bayayreaconstruction

Seeking New Neighbors | Our Second Floor 200 Unit is Opening Up Soon - Reach Out to Learn More! #oakland #officespace #loftoffice #startup #bayareabusinessowner

Sketches from the Desk of @alelyramos Sun Path Diagrams are a tool for maximizing natural energy usage, which allows the sun and breeze to do the work of keeping you comfortable. #knowyouroptions #architecture #drawings #zeroenergy #architect #designbuild #bayareaarchitects #buildabetterfuture

Exploring the possibilities for building an ADU on a narrow available footprint. This model has privacy on the ground floor, and ample balcony views of valley above. #adu #northerncalifornia #rendering #architecture #balconyview

Good Morning, Oakland! The Marquee and Sign Restoration at the Parkway Theater were the first steps in a redesign planned to fully revitalize the historic space. #parkwaytheater #adaptivereuse #design #designbuild #futureplans

Framing the Tree in the Second Story Balcony of the Berkeley ADU was a small design decision that really hit its mark. #details #treehouse #berkeleyadu #adu #designbuild