Berkeley isn’t just a hub for academic brilliance and progressive thinking—it’s also home to one of the most innovative parking structures in California. The Center Street Garage is more than a place to leave your car; it’s a blend of architecture, sustainability, and public art that reshapes how cities integrate parking into their urban fabric.

The Transamerica Pyramid has been a defining feature of the San Francisco skyline for more than half a century. Recently, this iconic structure underwent a remarkable transformation, bringing its design and functionality into the modern era while preserving its legendary status. Here’s how the redesign continues to honor its legacy and what it means for the city’s architectural landscape.

Architectural photography isn’t just about showcasing a building; it’s about telling a story through structure, light, and perspective. The Stevens Creek Garage in San Jose offers a perfect case study. Designed to serve the bustling Westfield Valley Fair Mall, this parking structure goes beyond utility to redefine urban aesthetics.

Urban living often means sacrificing outdoor space for the convenience of being close to the city’s amenities. However, at Aquatic Ashby, a mid-rise apartment building in Berkeley designed by Trachtenberg Architects, urban living takes on a new dimension with its beautifully designed roof terraces.

Alameda Theater stands as a testament to the vibrant history and architectural beauty of the San Francisco Bay Area.

The Broadcom garage in San Jose, California, is a striking example of how innovative cladding solutions can transform a parking structure into a work of art. Designed by HOK, with HNA Pacific serving as the parking consultant and architect of record, this precast concrete garage showcases the seamless blend of aesthetics and functionality.

Form4 Architecture, Coulter Construction, and Howell Electric recently worked together on an exciting project in Palo Alto, California. The goal was to update an old HP building at 3100 Hanover to attract a new life science tenant. This transformation demonstrates how architectural photography can capture the essence of a project's design, highlighting both aesthetic appeal and sustainable practices.

The Arco da Rua Augusta in Lisbon is one of the city's most iconic landmarks. Built to commemorate the reconstruction of Lisbon after the 1755 earthquake, this stunning arch is a must-see for any photographer. In this blog post, I’ll share my experience of capturing this monument at dawn, along with some valuable travel photography tips.