In response to the isolation of the pandemic, divisions in our political life and the growing need for community, we’re witnessing a shift towards design trends that prioritize comfort, connection, and well-being. Here’s a look at the trends shaping the year ahead. Cozycore: The Comfort Revolution Cozycore is more than just a style; it’s a Read More…
A new apartment building during a pandemic is a truly unexpected challenge but it wasn’t the first for this central Berkeley project. The project, The Ursa Apartments, almost didn’t get built as previous architects looked at the long, extremely narrow site and determined it was unsuitable for multifamily development. The problem, it seemed, was squeezing Read More…
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Many folks have asked us to explain the proprietary and innovative, dynamically controlled sound system from Meyer Sound, called “Constellation”, first installed at Comal Restaurant. From Berkeley-based Meyer Sound: This unprecedented ability to dynamically control the sonic ambience of the space has garnered the attention of publications like San Francisco Chronicle and Fast Company. With a touch on an Read More…