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WOBART Bike Station
A new bike facility that feels both welcoming and secure—a place that encourages cycling through thoughtful design instead of intimidation.
Brookfield Branch Library
A newly upgraded library welcomes back the Brookfield and Elmhurst communities.
East Oakland Generation Stabilization
Inspired by East Oakland's legacy of self-built neighborhoods and intergenerational investment, the house demonstrates how thoughtful infill development can increase density without sacrificing light, privacy, or the qualities of home.
Since 2015 we have provided design services in support of over $100M in funding for non-profit projects.
With a focus on community regeneration and urban rehabilitation, we transform underrepresented spaces into vibrant, inclusive places that celebrate local identity and foster social connection.
2nd most attended exhibition at the Oakland Museum of California.
three threads, one practice
DESIGN
Buildings that age into their neighborhood
We design for the seventh generation more than the ribbon-cutting. From adaptive re-use to new construction, from concept to construction documents, we guide every phase of the design process with an eye to the future.
ADVOCACY
Community as the Lead Consultant
Co-design workshops, resident equity, strategic advocacy. The brief is written together – and stays open as the design grows.
TECHNOLOGY
Maps, Models, Open Data, Sensors
Data mapping, material intelligence, method-making, daylight studies, parametric envelopes. Science supports the people inside.