Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Organic Architecture Firm in Inverness, CA
Since 1967, our firm has pioneered organic architecture that harmonizes with natural environments. Founded by Alex Riley, a University of Oregon graduate influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright's principles, we specialize in residential and commercial design, landscape architecture, and complex renovations. With over 50 years of experience and 250+ completed projects across diverse landscapes from Marin County to Asia, we prioritize site-specific solutions that balance form, function, and environmental context. Our approach integrates passive solar principles, material authenticity, and spatial flow to create structures that reflect both client needs and ecological integrity.Recognized in Architectural Record and the AD100 list, we maintain rigorous design standards while providing personalized consultation from initial concept through construction. Our team handles site analysis, permitting processes, and problem-solving for existing structures, ensuring every project achieves architectural excellence tailored to its unique setting.
Services
Residential Design
Commercial Architecture
Home Remodeling
Landscape Architecture
Site Selection Consultation
Renovation Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- 50+ years pioneering organic architecture principles
- Recognized in Architectural Record and AD100 publications
- Expertise in solving complex site-specific design challenges
- Comprehensive service from site selection to construction
- Proven track record with 250+ completed projects
Services
Residential Design
Crafting custom homes that integrate with natural surroundings using organic architecture principles. Our designs optimize light, spatial flow, and material authenticity for functional living spaces. Projects include new construction and renovations across diverse landscapes.
Commercial Architecture
Creating innovative workspaces that balance aesthetic vision with practical requirements. Our commercial projects emphasize environmental harmony while meeting specific business operational needs through thoughtful spatial planning.
Landscape Architecture
Enhancing property aesthetics through strategic grading, garden placement, and natural element preservation. Our landscape solutions complement architectural structures while maintaining ecological integrity and improving site functionality.
Home Remodeling
Transforming existing structures to improve functionality and aesthetics. We address common issues like poor lighting and awkward layouts while maintaining architectural coherence with original design intent and site context.
Site Selection
Providing expert consultation for property acquisition through comprehensive site evaluation. Our services include identifying potential challenges, recommending solutions, and coordinating technical assessments to ensure optimal building placement.
People
Alex Riley
Owner/Architect
Architect and founder with 50+ years experience, influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright's organic principles. University of Oregon graduate whose work appears in architectural publications and exhibitions. Leads design vision for all projects.
Questions
What defines your organic architecture approach?
We prioritize site-specific designs that harmonize with natural elements, using principles from Frank Lloyd Wright to create structures that complement their environment while meeting functional needs.
What project types do you handle?
We specialize in residential and commercial architecture, landscape design, home remodeling, and site selection consultation across California and select out-of-state locations.
How experienced is your team?
With 50+ years in practice and 250+ completed projects since 1967, our firm combines deep expertise in organic design with practical problem-solving for complex architectural challenges.
Do you work outside California?
While based in Inverness, we've completed projects in Sedona, Tucson, and Asia. Our approach adapts to diverse geographic contexts while maintaining core organic architecture principles.
What renovation services do you offer?
We address lighting issues, spatial flow, and structural limitations in existing homes and commercial buildings, transforming them into functional spaces while preserving architectural integrity.
