The Nature of Biophilic Design - Part I
Psychoanalyst, social psychologist, and sociologist Erich Fromm first introduced the word “biophilia” in 1973, with the meaning, attraction to that which is alive.
Creating Coral House
Coral House, named for the iconic Santa Monica tree that stands at its entrance, is located on a coveted street overlooking the canyon, with views to the beach and the blue and white surf of the Pacific.
Creating Serenity
The desert is open space and long views, but also the close-up, detailed perfection of the cactus flower. It is nature’s serene minimalism. This is the setting for our project inside the gated community of The Vintage in Indian Wells, California.
A Taste of Giorgio di Sant’Angelo’s Visual Feast
The designer Giorgio di Sant’Angelo’s undeniable talents and creativity, and his trust in his own vision steered him through a dazzling array of opportunities in the arts throughout his life.
35 Years - A Look Back
Looking through our design archives at the number of projects and the terrific clients we’ve enjoyed serving, three and a half decades has added up to a body of work we are excited to celebrate and share with you, along with commentary from principal architect Marc Whipple.
David Hockney - Art on Stage
David Hockney emerged from the British 'Pop’ movement at the Royal College of Art in the early 1960s.
The Powder Room
The name originally arose in the 18th century for a small closet-like space in the house where guests could go to have their wigs re-powdered, containing essentially a chair, mirror and perhaps a vanity.
Designing for Art Collections
Many of our clients are passionate about art and have collections they wish to bring to their new home. These collections include paintings, photographs, sculpture, pottery, rugs, and mixed-media, and are important reflections of their personal aesthetic and history.
Creating Trousdale
Guests coming up the front steps of this hilltop home are met with a Carrera marble sculpture by Richard Erdman…
Creating Georgina: A Client Collaboration
We had a chance to talk with client Julie Cantor about her close collaboration with Marc during the creation of her new home on Georgina in Santa Monica, CA.
Bulbs! So Much Innovation
Sunlight is a both a resource and a tool in good architectural design, and an element that Marc and his team are eminently sensitive to.
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