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Award Winning Throckmorton Village, Mill Valley multifamily residences:
2017 First Place Winner for Light Commercial Project – CLCA AWARDS
New Multifamily development of three buildings, multiple units, in Downtown Mill Valley, CA




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2020 ARCHITECTURE AWARD mOST OUTSTANDING FOR RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE BAY AREA
Sustainable Hospitality Architecture Firm of the Year 2024 – California
2020 ARCHITECTURE AWARD
MOST CLIENT FOCUSED MODERN RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE STUDIO BAY AREA
2022 BEST OF SAUSALITO- ARCHITECT
2023 resorts and retreats awards: Best Resort Planning & Residential Architecture Firm – California
2023 Best Sustainable Hospitality Architecture Firm – California
Sustainable Hospitality Architecture Firm of the Year 2024 – California
Best Hospitality Architecture Firm 2024 – California
Excellence Award in Project Management 2024 – California
Best Boutique Sustainable Architecture Studio 2024 – USA
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Orla Studios Guide to Designing with Mass Timber
At Orla Studios, we see mass timber as more than a building material—it is a framework for designing sustainable, human-centered architecture. Our architectural project, the Mass Timber Winery, now under construction in Napa Valley, embodies the principles and best practices of designing with this extraordinary material. Below, we share an in-depth guide to approaching mass timber Read more
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Building for the winemaker artisans of napa valley: on site – our mass timber/clt winery
Building in the landscape: We love the construction process as we work with the client, owner’s representatives and the general contractor to build something unique! MARIN RESIDENCE With beautiful views of Mt. Tam, this residence is positioned on the side of a nature reserve so feels utterly private, wonderful indoor outdoor lifestyle! BELVEDERELAGOON RESIDENCE Gorgeous Read more
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Mill Valley Architecture
Mill Valley, nestled among the rolling hills of Marin County in California, boasts a rich architectural heritage shaped by its natural surroundings, cultural influences, and historical evolution. From quaint cottages to modern masterpieces, Mill Valley Architects work reflects a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation, seamlessly integrated into the picturesque landscape. All images are from Read more
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Guide to Floating Home Architecture in Sausalito
Houseboat/Floating home design is a captivating intersection of architecture, engineering, and maritime innovation. Sausalito Architects tasked with crafting these floating dwellings must navigate a myriad of concerns, from structural integrity to environmental sustainability, while infusing each design with creativity and elegance. By addressing these challenges with ingenuity and foresight, architects can create houseboats that not Read more
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What is mass timber?
Mass timber refers to a category of engineered wood products that are used as structural elements in building construction. Unlike traditional stick framing, which uses dimensional lumber, mass timber utilizes large solid wood panels or beams to create load-bearing structures. It is an innovative and sustainable construction material that offers numerous advantages in terms of Read more
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Orla Studios: Modern Homes in the Landscape
Modern homes and Resorts are particularly suited to a landscape setting. Large areas of glazing, extended overhangs, long decks, indoor outdoor living opportunities. The massing hugging the contours of the site also lend to a beautiful resolution of the design challenge we are faced with when a client contacts us to design and build a Read more
