Business Details
18 Years
experience
Innovative Architectural Solutions in San Francisco
Jensen Architects operates at the intersection of art, architecture, and building technology, collaborating with clients to create structures and environments that engage with cultural and geographical contexts. With decades of collective experience, our team specializes in integrating innovative design solutions with environmental responsiveness, delivering projects that reflect both functional needs and aesthetic vision.Our expertise spans residential, commercial, and public spaces, emphasizing sustainable practices and community impact. Recognized for excellence through numerous awards, we maintain a commitment to transparency, client collaboration, and ethical design principles that prioritize long-term value for our clients and the communities we serve.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Design
Urban Planning
Historic Preservation
Sustainable Development
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of architectural expertise in the Bay Area
- Our designs integrate art, sustainability, and cutting-edge technology
- Client collaboration is central to our project development process
- Award-winning portfolio recognized by AIA and international design bodies
- Commitment to environmentally responsive and community-focused architecture
Services
Residential Architecture
Our residential architecture practice creates living spaces that balance aesthetic innovation with functional needs. We specialize in custom homes, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects that respond to site-specific conditions and client lifestyles. Through collaborative design processes, we deliver energy-efficient solutions that enhance natural light, spatial flow, and material sustainability while maintaining contextual harmony with surrounding environments.
Commercial Design
We design commercial environments that foster productivity and brand identity. Our approach integrates flexible layouts, sustainable materials, and technology infrastructure to create workplaces that adapt to evolving business needs. From corporate headquarters to creative industry hubs, we prioritize spatial efficiency and user experience while ensuring compliance with accessibility and environmental standards through evidence-based design strategies.
Urban Planning
Our urban planning services focus on creating resilient public spaces and mixed-use developments. We employ data-driven analysis to address transportation networks, housing density, and ecological systems while maintaining community character. Projects emphasize walkability, green infrastructure, and equitable access to amenities through participatory planning processes that engage stakeholders and municipal authorities.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in preserving architectural heritage through sensitive restoration and adaptive reuse. Our methodology combines material analysis, historical research, and modernization techniques to maintain structural integrity while meeting contemporary functionality requirements. Projects demonstrate compliance with preservation standards while incorporating sustainable upgrades that extend building lifecycles and maintain cultural significance.
Sustainable Development
Our sustainable development practice applies LEED-certified principles across project types. We utilize energy modeling, passive design strategies, and locally sourced materials to minimize environmental impact. Services include net-zero energy planning, water conservation systems, and biophilic design elements that improve occupant well-being while reducing operational costs through lifecycle performance analysis.
People
Mark Jensen
Principal
Mark Jensen leads design initiatives with 35+ years of architectural experience. His work focuses on integrating art and technology in urban environments, earning recognition from AIA and international design publications. He holds a Master of Architecture from UC Berkeley and lectures on sustainable urbanism.
Dean Orr
Principal
Dean Orr specializes in complex residential and institutional projects. With 25 years in the field, he emphasizes material innovation and spatial storytelling. He graduated from SCI-Arc and has received multiple design awards for his work on adaptive reuse and modernist reinterpretations.
Steven Huegli
Principal
Steven Huegli directs urban design projects with expertise in public space revitalization. He has led award-winning waterfront developments and mixed-use complexes. A licensed architect in California and Oregon, he holds a Master of Urban Design from Harvard GSD.
Emily Gosack
Principal
Emily Gosack specializes in sustainable commercial architecture. With LEED AP certification, she focuses on energy-efficient corporate campuses and tech industry spaces. She earned her architecture degree from Rice University and serves on the USGBC Northern California advisory board.
Scott Davis
Senior Associate
Scott Davis manages residential projects with emphasis on modernist design principles. He has 18 years of experience in high-end custom homes and historic renovations. A graduate of Cal Poly SLO, he contributes to design publications on contemporary California architecture.
Questions
What architectural styles does Jensen Architects specialize in?
We work across multiple styles including modernist, contemporary, and adaptive reuse of historic structures. Our approach prioritizes contextual appropriateness while incorporating innovative design solutions tailored to client needs.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, our portfolio includes both residential (custom homes, multi-family) and commercial (office spaces, cultural institutions) projects. We apply consistent design excellence across all project types while addressing specific functional requirements.
How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs?
We implement LEED-certified practices, energy modeling, and material lifecycle analysis. Our approach includes passive solar design, green roofs, and locally sourced materials to create energy-efficient buildings that minimize environmental impact.
Can you work on historic preservation projects?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation with expertise in maintaining structural integrity while modernizing systems. Our team has completed multiple award-winning restoration projects that balance heritage conservation with contemporary functionality.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in San Francisco, we work throughout Northern California including the Bay Area, Wine Country, and Sierra Nevada regions. We also collaborate on select national and international projects through virtual coordination.
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Apr 19, 2019
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