Larson Shores Architects | Architectural Firms / Architects in Oakland
Scope of services: Architecture, Renovation, Interior
Types of Built Projects: Residential, Commercial
Locations of Built Projects: In and around Oakland
Style of work / Core competencies: Contemporary architecture; characterized by functionality, sustainability, interior planning and design, simplicity to provide tailor-made solutions for clients
Website: http://www.larsonshores.com/
Larson Shores is an energetic design firm that offers multi-disciplinary design, from architecture to interiors. Larson Shores currently has a portfolio that is focused on residential design, commercial design, and full-scale interior design projects. Its body of work demonstrates the firm’s commitment to connecting buildings that are detailed specifically to their function, with a considered approach to their impact on the context.

LCA Architects
Scope of services: Architecture, Renovation
Types of Built Projects: Residential, Commercial, Hospitality,
Locations of Built Projects: Across the world
Style of work / Core competencies: Modern architecture; characterized by optimum space utilization, the durability of the structure, sustainability, interior planning and design with an emphasis on structural details, construction analysis
Website: http://lca-architects.com/
LCA Architects has been providing award-winning planning and design services to public and private clients around the globe for over 40 years. They serve clients all over the western United States, Alaska, Idaho, Virginia, Hawaii, Mexico, China, Japan, and Bahrain.

Lejarraga Studio | Ines Lejarraga | Architects in Oakland
Scope of services: Architecture, Renovation, Interior
Types of Built Projects: Residential, Commercial
Locations of Built Projects: In and around Oakland
Style of work / Core competencies: Modern architecture; characterized by optimum space utilization, sustainability, elegant spatial composition with an emphasis on structural details and innovative use of materials and new technologies
Website: https://www.lejastudio.com/
Lejarraga Studio blends art with architecture through material exploration and a deep understanding of structure to create beauty. The firm’s specialities span residential, culinary, retail, office, and multi-family housing projects.

Lindy Small Architecture
Scope of services: Architecture, Renovation
Types of Built Projects: Residential
Locations of Built Projects: In and around Oakland
Style of work / Core competencies: Contemporary architecture; characterized by sustainability, interior planning and design, artistic inspiration with an emphasis on design details to provide economic designs
Website: http://www.lindysmallarchitecture.com/
Lindy Small Architecture exhibits a strong commitment to design integrity, detail, and quality. Fundamental to the philosophy of Lindy Small Architecture is a dedication to sustainable design, light-filled open spaces, and a strong relationship between the site and the building. The designs are responsive to the client’s needs and desires, and to the pleasure of making architecture.

Lorin Hill Architect | Architects in Oakland
Scope of services: Architecture, Renovation, Interior
Types of Built Projects: Residential
Locations of Built Projects: California
Style of work / Core competencies: Characterized by functionality, optimum space utilization, the durability of the structure, interior planning and design with an emphasis on structural details to provide tailor-made solutions for clients
Website: https://www.hillarch.com/
Before establishing the firm, Lorin held positions of staff architect and project manager for several architectural firms in the San Francisco Bay Area, in France, and Italy. He participated in projects as varied as high-end custom residential, a restaurant/microbrewery; biotech, pharmaceutical and semiconductor facilities; health care and institutional projects; and office / commercial tenant improvements.

Lowney Architecture
Scope of services: Architecture
Types of Built Projects: Residential, Hospitality
Locations of Built Projects: Oakland and Hawaii
Style of work / Core competencies: Characterized by interior planning and design with an emphasis on structural details, construction analysis and intensive study of form and composition
Website: https://lowneyarch.com/
Founded in 2003, Lowney Architecture is a multidisciplinary practice with teams in Oakland, CA, and Honolulu, HI. Their services include architectural design, interior design, and landscape. The firm is dedicated to addressing the critical conditions that impact communities through industry thought-leadership and a research-based approach to our project delivery.

Mark Becker Inc | Architects in Oakland
Scope of services: Architecture, Interior
Types of Built Projects: Residential
Locations of Built Projects: California
Style of work / Core competencies: Contemporary architecture; characterized by functionality, interior planning and design, elegant spatial composition with an emphasis on structural details and innovative use of materials to provide tailor-made solutions for clients
Website: https://www.markbecker.com/
Founded in 1990, Mark Becker Inc. is a full-service architectural design practice specializing in engaging and personal custom residential homes. Led by Mark Becker, the Oakland based practice has been consistently recognized for creating innovative and personal spaces for clients throughout the years – completing over 250 homes in the Bay Area alone. The practice’s collaborative process along with a belief in creating strong relationships with clients ensures that the appropriate design, both aesthetically and spatially, is created for each unique project.

Mary McGrath Architects
Scope of services: Architecture
Types of Built Projects: Residential, Hospitality
Locations of Built Projects: In and around Oakland
Style of work / Core competencies: Modern architecture; characterized by functional design to provide cost-effective designs
Website: http://marymcgratharchitects.com/
Mary McGrath Architects is a full-service planning and design firm specializing in the programming and design of community serving public projects. They believe that only through developing a deep understanding of the client’s expectations can we realize exceptional places and spaces.

Medium Plenty
Scope of services: Architecture, Interior
Types of Built Projects: Residential
Locations of Built Projects: California
Style of work / Core competencies: Characterized by sustainability, interior planning and design, simplicity, elegant spatial composition with an emphasis on integration into the urban context and innovative use of materials
Website: http://www.mediumplenty.com/
Medium Plenty is a full-service architecture and interior design practice focused on producing thoughtful and beautiful work. They view each project as an opportunity to create something unique that evolves from discoveries made through an insightful and collaborative design process with the clients and team.

Metiu design studio | Architectural Firms / Architects in Oakland
Scope of services: Architecture, Landscape
Types of Built Projects: Residential, Retail
Locations of Built Projects: In and around Oakland
Style of work / Core competencies: Modern architecture; characterized by interior planning and design, simplicity and elegant spatial composition,
Website: https://www.metiudesign.com/
Michael was born and raised in Santa Barbara and graduated from UC Berkeley with a Bachelor in Arts for Architecture and a Minor in Landscape Design. His background includes working for Andrew Skurman Architects and Melander Architects in San Francisco, and several years with Ralph Lauren designing flagship retail stores in New York City.
