Walker Warner Architects is a full-service firm founded in 1989 and led by partners Greg Warner, Kathy Scott, Mike McCabe, Greg Mottola, and principal Brooks Walker. Specializing in custom residential and hospitality design, the studio delivers comprehensive architectural services— from initial concept and site analysis to final construction oversight. Each project begins with a collaborative discovery process that balances client aspirations with an understanding of landscape conditions, existing structures, and the broader context of the site. This approach ensures that every home and estate reflects both the unique character of its surroundings and the personal vision of its occupants.
Quality, integrity, and craftsmanship guide every phase of Walker Warner’s work. Thoughtful material selection, innovative yet time-tested building techniques, and sustainable practices underpin durable, expressive designs that honor the natural beauty of each site. Longstanding partnerships with landscape architects, interior designers, builders, and artisan craftspeople enable seamless coordination and a refined level of detail. The result is architecture that feels both timeless and deeply connected to its environment—enduring spaces crafted for inspired living.
LOCATION: San Francisco, California
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The Portola Valley Barn is a dynamic space, separate from an existing main residence, designed for large-scale entertaining as well as relaxation. Reminiscent of the tin-roofed, weathered rural vernacular of the picturesque surroundings, the compound comprises three…
The Quintessa Pavilions are the newest addition to the Quintessa Estate, a winery and residence designed by Walker Warner Architects. The result is three, unique wine tasting pavilions that can be utilized year-round despite the weather.
Nestled on an east facing bluff of the Tiburon Peninsula, the Tiburon Bay View residence provides sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay while acting as a natural buffer from the road and neighboring houses.
The Mountain Wood residence from California, realized by Walker Warner Architects, includes separate buildings to create a variety of complementary indoor-outdoor spaces that would provide varied living experiences. Walker-Warner has arranged around a free central courtyard, three…
