How does architecture respond to high inflation and higher interest rates?
As we move into 2023, the global economy is facing challenges from high inflation and higher interest rates. These challenges have a significant impact on the architecture industry, as architects must find ways to design buildings that are both functional and affordable. High inflation increases the cost of materials, labor, and other construction-related ex
Mark Bittoni interview on BOA Podcast
BA Principal Architect, Mark Bittoni is interviewed on the influencial Business of Architecture Podcast. In this episode, they discuss the firm’s process in navigating through the shift into commercial work, nurturing their relationship with developer clients, and how the practice has maintained its design sensibilities despite the constraints th
Domino: We’d Live With Strangers to Call This Cool Co-Living Space Home
Our project Melrose was exclusively featured on Domino, as a stylish alternative to urban housing. Melrose is the first Los Angeles property operated by Common, a co-living startup with over 20 residences in seven cities. Located along Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood, the bungalow-style house spans 8,800 square feet with a total of 24 bedrooms. […]
Coliving in Post Pandemic LA
We often are asked about our many Co-living projects. What are are they? Who are they for? What advantages are there? As LA emerges from the pandemic, it’s clear that the past year will leave lasting changes. The prevalence of remote work means many people are looking for better living arrangements, whether it’s a dedicated […]
Melrose receives Westside Urban Forum Design Award
Melrose is named one of the recipients of the 2019 Westside Urban Forum Design Award in the multi-unit housing category. It is our first year submitting to the awards and we are honored to be recognized for our design. The project is featured along side architects: Koning Eizenberg Architecture, Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects (LOHA), SPF:a, ShubinDonaldson, [
Monocle: Melrose featured in Tall Stories
Melrose was featured in the May issue of Monocle, as a part of the larger discussion of urban living and property ownership. Melrose offers young tenants attractive and inexpensive co-living options in coveted neighborhoods. Bittoni Architects has been working with Common, New York-based co-living operator, and LA-based Proper Development to design and plan
Crestwood featured in 100 Best New Houses
Crestwood designed by Bittoni Architects is featured in 100 Best New Houses, which showcases the finest examples of contemporary residential architecture from the world’s most innovative architects. The project is featured alongside architects: AFGH, Arquitectura X, ARX Portugal, Bates Masi Architects, Brasil Arquitetura, GRID Architekten, JM Architecture,
Design Milk features Bay St
This modest beach bungalow circa 1913 was relocated to Santa Monica only a couple of blocks from the beach, to the place it has called home since 1920. All these decades later, it was time for a major renovation, so Bay Street got just that with help from Bittoni Architects. Click HERE to read the article on Design Milk