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Successful Collaboration in Architecture

At Anacapa, our process is deeply rooted in the belief that modern architecture thrives on the fusion of diverse perspectives. Every project begins with an open dialogue; our client’s ideas, partners, and team merge to create a blueprint for success. 

This integrated approach ensures that our projects reflect our technical expertise and our client's aspirations and lifestyles. With offices in Santa Barbara, CA, and Portland, OR, collaboration and open communication are at the heart of our day-to-day operations and fundamental to the success of each project. We strategically partner with the best in the industry, embracing the ability to learn from and contribute to our peers' collective knowledge.

Currently, we have had the great fortune to partner on an ambitious residential project in Santa Barbara Foothills with Ted Flato of Lake | Flato (Design Architect), who was recently the recipient of an AIA Gold Medal. They are a Texas-based architectural firm renowned for their innovative yet familiar design approach. This strategic partnership is a prime example of our commitment to pushing the boundaries and furthering the collective practices of architecture and interior design. United by a close connection to our client, this partnership was fueled by a shared vision of site specificity, innovation, and integrating the client's lifestyle into the architectural fabric. We are thrilled to be a part of this collective effort as the project’s Architect of Record.

A key aspect of our collaborative effort was integrating our client’s lifestyle, art collection, and design aesthetics. The project became a canvas where personal stories and tastes were embedded into the architectural narrative. Beginning with a stunning site imbued with historical significance and 360-degree views of the Santa Barbara mountains and coastline. We were presented with the unique challenge of ensuring that the architecture respected the beauty and history of the site. This project is a testament to the incredible feats that can be achieved when creative minds come together with a shared vision.

We are committed to fostering meaningful relationships with every project and invite you to imagine and realize your dream space with us.

Special thanks to our dear friends at Lake | Flato and our amazing clients who have allowed us to help make this dream project a reality.