Lorin Hill

Principal (CA License C23266)

Prior to establishing the firm, Lorin held positions of staff architect and project manager for architectural firms in the San Francisco Bay Area, in France, and in Italy. He participated in projects as varied as high-end custom residential, a restaurant/microbrewery; biotech, pharmaceutical and semiconductor facilities; health care and institutional projects; and office / commercial tenant improvements. A Bay Area native, he earned a bachelor's degree in architecture from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, completing his fifth year of study in Florence, Italy. Subsequent studies include an equivalent degree (Architecte DPLG) from the Ecole d'Architecture de Paris La Villette, for licensure in France.

Melina Meissner

Staff Architect

The daughter of an architect, Melina exhibited an interest in buildings and construction from an early age. A classical harpist turned architect, she is fascinated by rhythm and patterns both in the natural world and the built environment. She also draws upon nature for inspiration in materials and techniques to promote sustainability and the well-being of the inhabitants.

Since graduating from the New York Institute of Technology, Melina has worked in architecture firms on both coasts, with projects from Hawaii to New York. Her work has ranged from residential remodels to music schools before settling into her preferred track of high end custom homes. She particularly enjoys creating 3-D models to help clients visualize spaces and views during the design process.

Armando S. Quiroz

Senior Design Associate,

LEED AP

A Bay Area native Armando holds a B.A. in Architecture from UC Berkeley and a LEED AP accreditation with the U.S. Green Building Council.  His previous work experience before joining the studio in 2007 ranged from small sustainable rural public housing to large private/public educational facilities. Now focusing in high-end residential design he also collaborates with the studio graphic design efforts, marketing and photography projects.