Location: Seoul, South Korea
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Location: Menlo Park, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Single family residence
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Services: Architecture, Interiors
Client: Private
Location: Preikestolen, Norway
Services: Architecture
Location: Napa Valley, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Single family residence
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Services: Architecture, Interiors
Client: Private
Location: Central Valley, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Nestled amidst the sprawling orchards of Central California’s Highway 5, this futuristic rest stop re-imagines the traveler’s experience as a high-end, sustainable sanctuary. The facility is a masterclass in climate-responsive design, blending modern aesthetics with the region's agricultural heritage.
The building’s exterior is clad in STO gloss white panels. This high-reflectivity finish is specifically chosen to mitigate the intense Central Valley summer heat, bouncing solar radiation away to keep the interior naturally cooler.
In a sophisticated contrast to the sleek white exterior, the roof undersides are lined with light wood slats, providing a natural, airy feel that echoes the surrounding groves.
The donut-shaped architecture creates a protected interior courtyard, housing a curated selection of gourmet restaurants, fresh local fruit stands, and premium retail shops.
The outer perimeter features a sweeping circular parking bay fully integrated with solar panel arrays. These provide much-needed shade for vehicles while simultaneously recharging electric cars as visitors dine and shop.
Departing from the traditional public rest stop model, access is managed through a membership or rewards-based system. Similar to an elite airport lounge, this model ensures a tranquil, high-service environment for frequent travelers and local commuters alike.
Location: Dalian, China
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Location: Zimbabwe
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Location: Hillsborough, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Single family residence.
Location: Hayward, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Covenant House California
Location: Monte Sereno, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Single family residence
Location: Berkeley, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Photographer: Richard Barnes
Location: Alpine Meadows, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Location: Berkeley, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Photographer: Richard Barnes
Location: Berkeley, CA
Services: Site Planning, Architecture, Interiors, Landscape Design
Client: Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley
Location: San Jose, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Photographer: Richard Barnes
Location: San Diego, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Location: San Francisco, CA
Services: Interiors
Client: CooKoo
Location: Oakland, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors
Client: Private
Location: Oakland, CA
Services: Interiors
Client: Ultimate Grounds
Photographer: Cesar Rubio
Location: Lafayette, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors
Client: Private
Location: Atherton, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Location: Berkeley, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
General Contractor: Jetton Construction
Landscape Contractor: Michael Jarnagin
Structural Engineer: Structus, Inc.
Photographer: Joe Fletcher
Location: Berkeley, CA
Client: Panache the Spa
Services: Interiors
Photographer: Cesar Rubio
Hair salon in Downtown Berkeley.
Location: Sebastopol, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
Photographer: Paul Berg
Location: Dakar, Senegal
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Location: Hillsborough, CA
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Landscape
Client: Private
