ASHLAND ZóCALO recognized
The Shade Structure and Partner Hub at Ashland Zócalo took home Honors in the Civic Category at this year’s AIA East Bay Design Awards. The amenity-rich 1.4 acre neighborhood park is a thoughtful integration of architectural and landscape architectural design. See more here.
Approvals for mitchell canyon
The Mitchell Canyon Education Center is one step closer to construction having just received important approvals from the Office of the State Fire Marshal. You can help Mount Diablo Interpretive Association cross the finish line by contributing to their Fall Fundraising Campaign here.
four ecologies in arch Record
Figure’s House of Four Ecologies has been featured in the December 2025 issue of Architectural Record. Ware Associates provided structural design for this Sea Ranch retreat with an unusual configuration that maximizes views while respecting an existing riparian corridor. Full article here.
meet daniel mount & liam lautze
Daniel Mount is a licensed engineer with an M.S in structural engineering and eight years of structural design experience. Daniel grew up in San Francisco where he attended the Ruth Asawa School of the Arts focusing in cello and theatre tech. In his spare time he enjoys cooking and spending time with his wife and daughter.
Liam Lautze is an East Bay native and CalPoly Architecture graduate with a background in fabrication. His passion for the union of design and structural performance led him to Tri-Pyramid Structures where he worked for three years. Outside of the office you’ll find him sailing, making odd furniture or rooting for the Giants.