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Brooks + Scarpa

1991–presentSustainable Modern / Social Equity

Brooks + Scarpa, formerly Pugh + Scarpa, is a prominent Los Angeles-based architecture collective led by Angela Brooks, Lawrence Scarpa, and Jeffrey Huber. Renowned for their leadership in sustainable design and affordable housing, the firm has received numerous accolades, including the 2022 AIA Gold Medal and the 2010 AIA Firm Award. Their signature style often revitalizes traditional forms through innovative, environmentally conscious materials and techniques. A hallmark of their residential work is the Solar Umbrella house in Venice, California, which serves as a benchmark for sustainable residential architecture. The firm is dedicated to enhancing the human experience through creative, socially responsible design, maintaining a significant influence on both the Southern California landscape and the broader American architectural discourse.

Notable: 18th Street Art Center, 430 Pico Housing, Cherokee StudiosWebsite

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No active listings currently attributed to this architect.

Architect biographies sourced from the Los Angeles Conservancy.