Projects Archive - Home & ADU Design | Dwelling Lab

residential Projects

At Dwelling Lab, we bring thoughtful design and local expertise to every residential architecture and ADU project across the San Francisco Bay Area. From modern remodels to new construction and creative adaptive reuse, our work balances function, beauty, and community impact.

Modern Living in Mill Valley

This old house was transformed through interventions to create a more spacious, bright, and modern home with increased functionality and stronger connections to the landscape outside

Clayton ADU

An underutilized backyard workshop was put to work as an income producing two-bedroom, wheelchair accessibly ADU. with it’s own private yard without interfering with family life in the primary home

Kensington Remodel

A dark home was modernized through sensitive finishes and a layout which optimized access to light for the spaces that needed them most

On the Boards…

A selection of projects we currently have at various stages of development.

Sacramento Cottages

This was the house that no one wanted. We saw opportunity to use local ADU ordinance to turn it into three modern homes to solve the problem

Santiago Ave ADU

This garage conversion to a two-bedroom ADU leveraged an existing four-car structure to save on cost and time, and to boost the property value with an income producing asset.

Lincoln House

A new construction home which maximizes modern ideals of light, open concept, and volume and blends it so that the home is at once contemporary but in harmony with a traditional style.

Albany House

This new construction home uses subtle architectural moments, such as walls pulled back from the ceiling and clerestory indows over the kitchen cabinets to create a modern home that has an architectural flow and is filled with natural light.

commercial Projects

At dwelling lab, we specialize in transformative architecture for commercial spaces bringing new life to existing buildings through expertly crafted tenant improvements and adaptive reuse. From revitalizing historic structures to tailoring modern workplaces, our designs blend innovation with deep respect for the Bay Area’s unique character, codes, and communities. Whether reimagining an industrial warehouse or customizing office interiors, we help our clients unlock value, sustainability, and lasting impact.

Economic Development Center South San Francisco

Our approach uses modest, strategic design moves that maximize impact while staying within a tight budget, energizing the space with a sense of purpose and vitality. The Economic Advancement Center serves as a welcoming hub for job seekers and entrepreneurs, playing a vital role in supporting the South City and broader San Mateo County community.

Consulate of Ireland San Francisco

The central idea of the Shared Hearth was about creating a welcoming and cohesive space. This allows the Irish Consulate to host events that promote business, innovation, and Irish culture in the Western United States. The project was completed while with William Duff Architects

Madison Square Gardens  San Francisco HQ

This tenant improvement project was formerly an historic pier terminal and was repurposed to accommodate Madison Square Gardens San Francisco Headquarters and was completed with William Duff Architects.

Turn Services Administration Building

Adaptive-reuse of a historical building. The building was formerly an alms house, then a hospital during the civil war, and later, a molasses and syrup company. The new owners of the property converted the existing two-part building to office space. The facilityincludes regulatory compliance offices, sales offices, and executive offices.

Ready to Start Your Project?

Whether you’re considering a remodel, an ADU, or a new home, Dwelling Lab is here to guide your vision from concept to completion with clarity and care.