Business Details
34 Years
experience
Architectural Design Excellence in Santa Barbara
Studio 1030 Architects was founded in 1992 by Craig Burdick and Hanne Blling, who bring decades of combined experience in architectural design and education. Our firm specializes in creating innovative solutions for residential, commercial, and cultural projects, with a focus on integrating design excellence with environmental responsibility. We prioritize a collaborative approach, working closely with clients and artisans to translate unique visions into built environments. Our portfolio spans diverse sectors, including travel exhibits, furniture design, and sustainable construction. Since our first green building project 18 years ago, we have maintained a commitment to energy-efficient practices and material innovation.Our teams expertise extends to site-specific design strategies that harmonize structures with natural landscapes. We emphasize rigorous detailing and construction documentation to ensure project success. Recognized with the Santa Barbara County Built Green Award, we continue to push boundaries in architectural creativity. Our educational backgrounds at prestigious institutions inform our design philosophy and technical precision. With offices in Santa Barbara, we serve clients across California and beyond, delivering tailored solutions that reflect each projects unique context.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Design
Museum Exhibits
Furniture Fabrication
Sustainable Construction
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of architectural expertise with award-winning sustainable designs.
- Our collaborative process prioritizes client needs and artisan craftsmanship.
- We specialize in site-specific solutions that integrate buildings with natural environments.
- Our portfolio spans 20+ unique project types from residences to traveling exhibits.
- We pioneered green building practices in Santa Barbara over 18 years ago.
What people say
Innovative designs
Sustainable focus
Collaborative process
Award-winning results
Site-specific solutions
Services
Residential Architecture
We create custom residential spaces that harmonize with natural landscapes. Our approach combines innovative design with practical functionality, using sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems. Projects include site-specific layouts that maximize views and natural light while maintaining fire-resistant construction.
Commercial Design
Our commercial design services focus on creating productive environments for businesses. We specialize in retail spaces, healthcare facilities, and office buildings that balance aesthetics with operational efficiency. Recent projects include adaptive reuse of industrial spaces for modern commercial needs.
Museum Exhibits
We design immersive exhibit spaces for cultural institutions. Our expertise includes creating dynamic layouts for traveling art shows and permanent museum installations. Projects feature custom lighting systems and interactive display elements that enhance visitor engagement with artifacts.
Furniture Fabrication
Our studio produces bespoke furniture pieces that complement architectural projects. Using reclaimed materials and innovative construction techniques, we create functional art pieces that maintain durability while reducing environmental impact through material reuse strategies.
Sustainable Construction
We integrate eco-friendly practices throughout the construction process. Services include energy modeling, material lifecycle analysis, and passive solar design. Our team implements water conservation systems and waste reduction strategies during project execution to minimize environmental footprint.
People
Craig Burdick
Partner
Licensed architect with 30+ years of experience, co-founder of Studio 1030 Architects. Holds Master of Architecture from SCI-Arc and BFA from UCSB. Previously taught at SCI-Arc and worked with renowned firms including Morphosis and Richard Meier & Partners.
Hanne Blling
Partner
Co-founder with 25+ years in architectural practice. Graduated from Architecture School in Aarhus, Denmark, with equivalent to Master of Architecture. Specializes in sustainable design and has taught at Morphosis. Led major projects including the Twinridge House and Il Teatro alla Moda exhibit.
Questions
What architectural styles does Studio 1030 specialize in?
We focus on modern, site-specific designs that integrate with natural environments rather than adhering to specific stylistic categories.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we work on diverse projects including homes, offices, healthcare facilities, and cultural institutions.
How do you incorporate sustainable practices?
We use energy modeling, passive solar design, reclaimed materials, and water conservation systems in all projects.
Can you design furniture to match architectural projects?
Yes, our in-house fabrication studio creates custom furniture pieces that complement our architectural designs.
Do you work outside Santa Barbara?
We serve clients across California and have completed projects in Memphis, Washington DC, and Las Vegas.
