January 26, 2026

Meet the newest Bbird: Clélia Balland

Clélia graduated with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Architecture from the Versailles School of Architecture in France. Guided by curiosity and a…

October 8, 2025

Recently completed! Harbor View Home

Originally built in 1963, this mid-century ranch-style residence was thoughtfully reimagined by Blackbird Architects to enhance its breathtaking harbor, ocean, island, and mountain…

September 5, 2025

Recently completed! Shoreline Home

This coveted oceanfront site overlooks beautiful Shoreline Park and the ocean beyond. A generous open plan with high-ceiling living, connects kitchen and dining…

August 26, 2025

Recently Completed! Inquiry Collaborative at Cate School

A historic dining hall is transformed into a new academic hub – the Inquiry Collaborative – that supports dynamic, inquiry-based education programs at…

August 20, 2025

Recently completed! Ocean Bluff Home

Located on a 1.5-acre coastal site, a new single-story residence and accessory dwelling unit are oriented to stunning ocean views. Watch a fly-through…

May 31, 2023

Ocean Bluff – Stunning Ocean Views

Stunning ocean views. Custom home design. || Ocean Bluff Residence View more project images and videos here.  

October 13, 2020

Worth Considering: ‘Ecology and the Architectural Imagination’

California’s first  ‘gigafire’ reminds us once again of the urgency for environmental stewardship and has us recalling the sustainability leadership of architect and…

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