PHILOSOPHY

Atelier George’s distinct hands-on approach to architecture and design combines a playful design process, collaborative relationships with clients, and partnerships with builders and fabricators to create a harmonious blend of site, building, and community.

With sustainable practices as a mainstay of our daily work, our design process is guided by a commitment to the strength of the idea and a passion for the tangibles of material and detail.

We approach our work with honesty and straightforwardness, informed by context, process, and ultimately the act of building itself.

Our goal is to bring our clients' vision, the specifics of the site, and the richness of craft together to create an enduring livable architecture capable of inspiration and delight.

We believe in comprehensive design solutions that recognize and respond to global concerns regarding our limited natural resources, environmental pollution, health, and biodiversity.

The process of building by its very nature consumes large amounts of resources. With elegant design, creative thinking, and careful construction, buildings can be made to consume less and last longer. A building that functions well, delights the mind, and pleases the eye will remain in use for generations.

Atelier George believes that the integration of sustainable technologies like planted green roofs and walls, solar power, water collection, recycled materials, and passive solar design doesn’t need to look and feel like an experiment. Thoughtful incorporation of these elements and principles early in the design process can produce buildings that are rich, appealing, and, most importantly, responsible.

LUXURY OF LESS

At Atelier George, we strive to limit waste and maximize the impact of our efforts in every project we undertake. Our design philosophy combines a modern aesthetic with efficient use of space, technology, and good environmental stewardship.

We believe in combining low-tech passive solar principles with high-tech renewable energy technologies to create functional and efficient designs.

Our goal is to make meaningful, engaging, and efficient design accessible to our clients.

We aim to turn the mundane into valued architecture by delivering exceptional design solutions that meet our clients' needs and exceed their expectations.