Post SIP-Streetscapes: Designing Opportunities in a world with COVID-19

This project was born in a spirit of hope.

As architects and designers, it is imperative to support Oakland in finding possible solutions for our community grappling with COVID-19.  Specifically, Arcsine has been studying solutions that can be applied to a wide variety of public-facing businesses and neighborhoods. We want to bring people back to the streets of Oakland by activating sidewalks with outdoor dining, parklets with pedestrian and bicyclist-friendly access points, and other creative ways to re-purpose outdoor spaces, in a safe and thoughtful way. Continue Reading…

Tehama in the works!

Tehama Residence in the works!

Arcsine is excited about the current progress on our SOMA residential project.  Arcsine was selected to convert this two story concrete masonry warehouse into a contemporary, single family residence.  Carving away volumes of the existing structure, this project also benefits from a new third floor.  This design will allow for multiple open areas between the three stories to create a light filled, minimalist urban residence. The ground floor is being converted to a guest suite with an indoor pool, hammam, and an outdoor contemplation garden.  The second floor will house the kitchen, dining room, living room, outdoor kitchen with access to the ground floor garden.  The third floor will house the master bedroom suite, as well as the kids’ rooms.  A cantilevered stair will connect all three levels.