Studio Updates

We review the project highlights from 2023 for Craig O’Connell Architecture.

This Georgian kitchen nods to the past — a timeless and elegant design that originated in the 1700-1800s in England. This style parts from the typical uber-modernized look we see today and invites in tradition, beautiful colors and elevated details.

With projects now nearing completion that were delayed due to COVID and exciting new projects in the works for 2023, Craig reflects on the highlights of the year, design themes and how technology enables him to work on inspiring projects away from home.

Exploring architectural styles through time, today we’re diving into Craig’s favorite and most-utilized style in his designs: rustic modern.

Creating great work takes a village. We sat down with JT from cabinetsnmore, a talented collaborator on many of Craig’s projects.

In honor of International Women’s Month, Craig celebrates his all-women team.

This Calistoga Modern Farmhouse was built from the ground-up after the devastating Tubbs fire burned it down in 2017.

Mid-century modern has seen a big comeback in the last decade. Here, Craig talks about the history of the style, why it’s come back and shows some of his recent projects.

In this architecture design series, we talk about San Francisco’s notable Victorians, Edwardians, and Queen Anne styled homes.

As an architect, staying inspired is key. Craig talks about his new morning routine, inspiration through travel, nature and his other creative hobby: DJing.

In the time of COVID and being at home more, now is the perfect time for home re-modeling.

A ‘50s home in Fairfax, CA gets a mid century modern makeover in the time of Covid.

The Pardi couple gets ready to unveil their green, energy-efficient vacation home and retreat center in Calistoga, CA.

Learn the steps it takes to get a building permit in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Here, we wrap up this four-part 10-year anniversary series by looking ahead to 2020 and beyond.

Get Craig's top unique design elements he's created with recent projects, including a glass hallway, wire glass skylight and reclaimed wood beams.

Why Craig uses a design-build approach in his projects and his experience in construction.

Craig's story of how he built Craig O'Connell Architecture, part. 1