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a collaborative residential practice

Our firm is dedicated to residential design, with a core focus on the relationship between people and the spaces they inhabit. We create contextual, evolving solutions that respond to both the unique needs of our clients and the environment surrounding each project. Our approach is personal and collaborative, working closely with clients, builders, and stakeholders to bring shared visions to life.

We believe in enhancing the living experience by designing spaces that are not only beautiful but practical and functional, enriching daily life while promoting well-being. Committed to environmentally responsible design, we incorporate sustainable practices and materials into every project, ensuring that our work has a positive impact on both people and the planet.

As modernists at heart, we embrace clean lines and innovative solutions, earning recognition through multiple awards and features in Dwell magazine. Our focus will be on lifestyle projects in California and Western North Carolina although projects span across the country, allowing us to bring a broad, adaptable approach to each new challenge. A key focus of our work is maximizing daylight, creating spaces that are filled with natural light and foster a deep connection with the outdoors.

From architecture and interior design to custom furniture design, we operate across every scale, offering comprehensive, integrated design solutions that elevate the living experience.


michael neiswander, aia

Michael Neiswander, AIA, is an accomplished architect with extensive experience in large-scale commercial and hospitality projects, who has recently shifted his focus to his passion; the residential design market. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in these sectors, Michael brings a wealth of knowledge in managing multi-million-dollar corporate and hospitality interior design projects as well as building repositioning experience for a diverse range of clients.
As a LEED Accredited Professional (AP), Michael is committed to sustainable design practices, ensuring that his projects adhere to the highest environmental standards. Throughout his career, Michael has been honored to have been published, has earned multiple awards for his exceptional commercial and residential work, reflecting his ability to create innovative and thoughtful spaces that resonate with clients. His broad expertise across both commercial, hospitality and residential sectors allows him to bring a unique perspective to his current focus on residential design, where he continues to deliver client-centered, high-quality architectural solutions.