Floating rock
Infrastructure
Urban Innovation
Tectonic
The Studio in Oakland embodies a distinctive architectural philosophy: “Form = Structure + Shape,” promoting a balance between structural integrity and spatial beauty. Each project, while unique, reflects common themes, emphasizing the complexity of architectural practice. The studio pushes for innovation within traditional architecture, encouraging students to view typical architectural challenges through fresh perspectives. Oakland acts as a vibrant urban canvas, deeply integrating its cultural and historical contexts into student designs, which include considerations of site selection, program dynamics, and circulation. Education at 200B Studio is comprehensive, covering everything from urban planning to interior design, preparing students to harmonize form and function and foster innovative solutions for future architectural challenges.
Instructor: Javier arizmendi