This Berkeley based firm specializes in creating walkable and sustainable communities through innovative urban design and architectural strategies. They are widely recognized for pioneering the concept of Missing Middle Housing to address the need for diverse residential options in urban settings. Their approach integrates traditional neighborhood development principles with modern environmental requirements to ensure long term viability. By focusing on human scale design, the team creates vibrant places that encourage pedestrian activity and reduce reliance on personal vehicles. They provide comprehensive services ranging from large scale master planning to the detailed design of multi family residential buildings. Each project emphasizes the importance of community character while incorporating smart growth strategies for future resilience. Their work often involves collaboration with local governments to implement form based codes that promote high quality urban environments. This dedication to sustainable urbanism helps transform neglected areas into thriving neighborhoods with a focus on social and ecological health.