Newsletter Archive //
Welcome to our newsletters featuring updates on our firm and projects, along with insights and information that we hope you'll find useful and inspiring. Our goal is to initiate dialogue and create meaningful conversations.
Are there any specific topics that you would like to see covered or think would be interesting to others? What about the building design process leaves you confused or frustrated? Are you curious about certain project types or some of our previous work? Do you need clarification about what happens when you go from the design and development phase to the construction phase of a project?
Please let us know what you want to know more about via our contact form or direct email and we'll be sure to tailor future newsletters to your interests. In the meantime, feel free to sign up for regular delivery into your inbox using the link at the bottom of this page.
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Newsletter 01 // June 2024
Welcome to our very first newsletter!
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In this inaugural addition, we are announcing our new website, our expanding presence on social media, sharing some useful resources that will help you (or a friend) embark on a successful building design project, and, just in time for Summer, featuring a stunning residential landscape transformation designed by Partner Shen-I Chiou as part of a comprehensive remodel of his home in beautiful Marin County! Hope that you enjoy and will stay tuned for more great content and updates!
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Newsletter 02 // September 2024
Build Your Future Now!
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In this newsletter, we examine how recent legislation and a revitalizing economy are driving a surge in residential construction, benefiting homeowners, developers, and communities through increased access to quality housing.
We’re also excited to share insights into one of our innovative San Francisco projects currently in the planning phase, positioned to take advantage of the city’s recent focus on housing initiatives.
Additionally, we feature an interview with EDR Design Build, a Los Gatos-based firm leading the way in cutting-edge residential design.
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Newsletter 03 // November 2024
Comfort & Efficiency
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As we approach the winter season, our latest newsletter delves into two key considerations that are essential for any remodel or new construction project: comfort and efficiency.
We’ll delve into radiant floor heating, a fantastic solution that not only wraps your interior environment in cozy warmth but also enhances energy efficiency. We'll also look at California's groundbreaking Net Zero Energy (NZE) policies, which encourage smart design and renewable energy sources by setting ambitious targets for both residential and commercial buildings.
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Newsletter 04 // December 2024
Happy Winter Solstice!
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In this newsletter, we look at:
01. Ancient Monuments to Celestial Rhythms: Fascinating examples of solstice-aligned monuments from the ancient world.
02. Modern Solar Movement: How solar awareness continues to influence architects and shape modern architectural design thinking.
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03. Featured Project: How we transformed an outdated and dreary High School Science Center in Marin County from a 1960's relic into a modern, light-filled, high-performance learning environment.
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Newsletter 05 // July 2025
Turn Your Home Inside Out
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Expanding living beyond four walls.
01. In this issue, we share some examples of recent projects where we created seamless indoor-outdoor connection.
02. Our featured project highlights a ranch renovation where strategic design interventions create spaces that embrace California's natural environment.
03. We also sit down with ROAM Solar to discuss how homeowners can harness abundant sunshine while adapting to California's changing energy landscape.