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Introduction


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Introduction


Standard® Architecture | Design is the Los Angeles based architecture and interior design partnership of architects Jeffrey Allsbrook and Silvia Kuhle. Our projects are guided by identity and culture, reflecting the narrative for which they’re designed.  Conscious of architecture’s potential to communicate, from a way of living to a company’s image, our work aspires to provide the setting that expresses the idea. 

Settling in Los Angeles after living in Europe and traveling extensively, our experience gives us a distinct perspective on building and site.  It is a view that combines an elemental approach to architecture and an open relationship toward the environment.  As our practice evolves, this perspective increasingly defines our work. Our projects start with a dialogue about program and purpose, and progress toward their own identity.  At every scale, from furniture and interiors to architecture and urban planning, our architecture responds to fundamentals – space, light and materiality.  We design from the inside out, in response to a project’s specific conditions and constraints.  Views, light, proportion, orientation and materiality guide us to shape and organize volume.  Context and terrain; movement through space; and thresholds of variable permeability are consistent themes.  

Collaboration and research across disciplines, and across time and culture, is essential to our work.  As the craft of building has become increasingly complex, participating in teams of diverse experts challenges us to find solutions that seamlessly integrate complexity.  This dialogue is supplemented by our own research.  We see history and the world as an illustrated guide to inventive design solutions that are ready for translation.  We find inspiration in everything from canonical architecture to indigenous dwellings and applied arts.  

Working from Los Angeles, where landscape and site often permeate buildings, we believe that architecture can be landscape-generative rather than landscape displacing.  Our work, built and un-built, shows that architecture has the potential to coexist with the organic environment rather than consume it.  Beyond merely visual concepts, many of our proposals establish narratives for new ways of living, and illustrate the potential for a transformed experience.

Services


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Services


Services

Forest Knoll Residence

Forest Knoll Residence

ARCHITECTURE

Assistance with refining programming

Assistance with project planning, and maintaining a project schedule

Design of the exterior and site, broken into design phases, architectural interior design

Technical coordination of engineering consultants

Regulatory coordination for building permits

Assistance in obtaining qualified bids for construction

Construction phase services

 

Helmut Lang Boutique

INTERIOR DESIGN

Standard designs interiors and lifestyle environments

During the design process, we present finish samples, tear-sheets, and document selection in the schedules and same boards

Millwork, Finish Carpentry – Design includes consideration of function, finish, and details

Finishes – we present finish samples, including specialty finishes and sample boards

Plumbing fixtures, Hardware, Appliances, Accessories

 

Sierra Towers

FURNITURE

Standard curates loose furnishings on a project by project bases

We present mood boards, samples and tear-sheets for each room, provide furniture schedules and assist with the purchase and delivery

Furniture – furniture pieces in production, custom, and vintage

Decorative light fixtures

Custom light fixtures

Rugs, Window Coverings, Furnishings, Art

 

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Team


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Team


TEAM

JEFFREY ALLSBROOK
FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Partner

Jeffrey Allsbrook, a licensed architect and founding partner of Standard® Architecture | Design, received a BS in Architecture from the Ohio State University and a Master of Architecture from the Southern California Institute of Architecture.  He also studied architecture at the Städelschule in Frankurt, Germany and at the Berlage Institute in Amsterdam.  Mr. Allsbrook’s built and theoretical work has been featured in numerous publications both nationally and internationally.  In addition to his professional work, he is committed to architectural education and research.  He maintained a faculty position at the University of Southern California from 1999 to 2009.  Mr. Allsbrook has presented lectures on Standard’s work and his independent research, as well as juried reviews at USC, SCI Arc, UCLA, Otis College and Rice University.  Prior to forming Standard, Mr. Allsbrook was a designer at Munkenbeck and Marshall in London, and a project architect for Mack Architects in Los Angeles.  He is a licensed architect in California, New York, New Jersey, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada and Washington.

SILVIA KUHLE
FAIA, LEED AP
Partner

Silvia Kuhle, a licensed architect and partner of Standard® Architecture | Design, received her Diploma in architecture from the Technische Universität in Darmstadt, Germany and her Master of Architecture from Columbia University in New York. Ms. Kuhle worked with Morphosis Architects for more than ten years. As Project Manager and Principal, she managed a broad range of award winning educational, institutional, governmental, cultural and residential projects. In 2006 she led the firm’s competition winning design for the Phare Tower in Paris, a 300 meter commercial office building that aims to set new benchmarks for sustainable design while providing an iconic landmark in the Parisian skyline.  Ms. Kuhle led many of the firm’s most celebrated projects, including the third phase of the Hypo Alpe-Adria Bank in Klagenfurt, Austria, the Caltrans District 7 Headquarters in Los Angeles and the New Academic Building for the Cooper Union in New York City. As Project Architect, she was responsible for the Long Beach International Elementary School and the Children’s Museum Los Angeles. Ms. Kuhle’s work has been published in A+U, Architectural Record, SOMA, Columbia University Abstract, and SD.   Ms. Kuhle taught design studios at UCLA, as well as lectured and juried reviews at SciArc, UCLA, USC and Cornell University.  

CHRISTOPHER ANDRAS

Christopher, a licensed architect, has expansive experience in a range of architectural projects, particularly in residential, commercial, and entertainment. He joined Standard in 2021 after gaining prior experience. Christopher earned a Bachelor of Architecture from Cornell University.

EILEEN ARCOS

Eileen has been responsible for a range of residential projects at Standard. She joint Standard in 2018 after receiving a Master in Architecture from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning. Eileen received honors during her studies and joined Standard with prior work experience.

SANDRA BINE-DUTRAY

Sandra joined Standard with extensive prior experience in interior architecture in Los Angeles and Europe. Additionally she has gained experience in executing a series of design exhbitions. Sandra completed her Double Master Degree in Interior Architecture and Product Design at the École Camondo in Paris.

TRACY BREMER

Tracy, a licensed architect, has been with Standard since 2013 and is leading design teams for expansive residential, cultural, and commercial projects nationally and internationally. Tracy earned a Bachelor in Science at Washington University (cum laude) and a Master in Architecture at Rice University. Prior to Standard, Tracy worked in architecture and urban planning.

DANIELLE BREYTON

Danielle is a designer at Standard. Danielle graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Arizona.

DENISA BUZATU

Denisa, a licensed architect, joined Standard in 2018. She is leading major residential and commercial projects. Denisa received a Master in Architecture from Yale University, School of Architecture and a Bachelor of Structural Engineering (cum laude) from Princeton University, School of Engineering and Applied Science.

LILIANA DE SOUSA

Liliana is a project manager at Standard. She joined Standard in 2019 with over 14 years of international experience in architectural firms based in Europe, Asia, and South America. Liliana is familiar with both, high-end residential and commercial projects. Liliana had received a Master in Architecture from the Universidade Lusiada in Portugal.

ANCA GHERGHICEANU

Anca joined Standard with experience in residential and commercial projects. Anca has earned a BArch at University of Las Vegas, and a Master in Architecture at the Rhode Island School of Design. During her studies Anca organized a wide range student events including co-curating an exhibit of student work.

DANIELA GORDILLO

Daniela is responsible for a range of commercial and retail projects. She received a Bachelor of Architecture from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Daniela had gained extensive work experience in the US and oversees prior to being part of the design and architecture team at Standard. She joined Standard in 2020.

HELENA MELGAR
Helena joined Standard in 2017 and had leading roles in residential and commercial projects. Helena completed a Master in Architecture at Southern California Institute of Architecture and a Bachelor in Architecture and Urban Planning (cum laude) from the Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico City. She had prior work experience.

THOMAS POMPEANI

Thomas has joined Standard in a leadership role with a wide range of international prior experience. Thomas has earned a Bachelor of Architecture at Ohio State and a Master in Architecture at UCLA.

MADELYN ROSEN

Madelyn joined Standard with wide-ranging prior experience as a designer. Madelyn graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Southern California School of Architecture.

OKSANA SHEPELEVYCH

Oksana joined Standard in 2022 with extensive prior experience in Europe. She graduated with a Bachelor in Interior Design from the Polish Japanese Academy for Information Technology in Warsaw, Poland. Oksana is working on residential projects at Standard.

JAMES SKARZENSKI

James is working on major residential projects at Standard. James joined Standard with prior experience in all project phases. He is familiar with both, high-end residential and commercial projects. James has earned a BArch at UCLA and a Master in Architecture at UC Berkley.

R.M. WEEKS

R.M. brings prior design and independent research experience to Standard. R.M. graduated with a Master in Architecture from Rice University after receiving a Bachelor of Arts (cum laude) at the State University of New York at Purchase.

JOSE ZAGAL

Jose Zagal is working on the detailed development of residential projects. He joined Standard with prior work experience. Jose graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture (cum laude) from the University of Southern California School of Architecture.

MARTIN ALLSBROOK

Martin Allsbrook is working as CG artists on a range of residential projects at Standard. He has received recognition for his design and volunteer work. Martin graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Creative Technology and Design from the CU Boulder School of Engineering.

ISADORA MARTINS

Isadora Martins is responsible for the documentation and coordination of residential projects at Standard. She received a Bachelor of Architecture from the Carnegie Mellon University. Isadora joined Standard with prior commercial and residential work experience.

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Awards & Clients


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Awards & Clients


COMMERCIAL CLIENTS

Adidas

Blu Dot Furniture

Beautycounter Cosmetics

Carpenters Workshop Gallery

Dezeen

Essence

Helmut Lang

Hourglass Cosmetics

Intelligentsia Coffee

James Perse

Jenni Kayne

Kayne Griffin Corcoran Gallery

Maccarone Gallery

Maxfield

Nadel

Pace Gallery

Paul Smith

Plus Development

Pressed Juicery

Revolve Clothing

Rick Owens

Sean O'Connor Lighting

The Citizenry

Tommy Bahama

Viewpoint Collection

PRIVATE CLIENTS

Our private client list is confidential.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

2024 - AIA National Fellowship received by partner Silvia Kuhle, FAIA

2024 - AIA National Fellowship received by partner Jeffrey Allsbrook, FAIA

2021 - AIA | LA Design Award for the Intelligentsia Coffeeshop, Hollywood

2021- Chicago Athenaeum’s American Architecture Award | Forest Knoll Residence

2021- AIA | LA Residential Architecture Award for the Jason Statham Residence

2021- AIA | LA Residential Architecture Award for the Forest Knoll Residence

2020 - Forest Knoll Residence is Interior Design Magazine's ‘Best of Year’ Finalist

2020 - Forest Knoll Residence wins a SCDF Residential Design Honor Award

2020 - Supervinyl Records is LABC's 50th Architectural Award’s Finalist

2020 - Modern Spanish Home receives CA Home & Design Awards

2020 - Open House is selected for Built-By-Woman Exhibition

2019 - William and Mary Memorial wins AIA|LA Next LA Award

2019 - Modern Spanish Home wins AIA|LA Residential Award

2018 - Modern Spanish Home wins Interior Design Magazine ‘Best of Year’ Award

2018 - POD Plexus wins Honorable Mention on Architect’s Newspaper Awards

2018 - Modern Spanish Home wins a SCDF Residential Design Award

2017 - Helmut Lang Flagship wins AIA|LA Citation Design Award

2017 - Helmut Lang Flagship wins LABC's 47th Architectural Award

2017 - Blu Dot Showroom wins American Architecture Award

2016 - Modern Vernacular House wins 2016 Beverly Hills Design Award

2016 - Salford Meadows Bridge wins American Architecture Award

2016 - Helmut Lang Flagship is Architizer A+ Award Finalist

2015 - Hourglass Cosmetics is Interior Design Magazine's ‘Best of Year’ Finalist

2015 - Pressed Juicery wins AIA|LA Citation Design Award

2014 - Kayne Griffin Corcoran Gallery wins the American Architecture Award

2014 - Salford Meadows Bridge wins AIA|LA Next LA Design Award

2014 - Salford Meadows Bridge wins Architizer A+ Design Award

2014 - Kayne Griffin Corcoran Gallery is Architizer A+ Award’s Finalist

2013 - Kayne Griffin Corcoran Gallery wins AIA|LA Merit Design Award

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