Two speculative suites rarely get this level of considered design, but the fifth floor of 680 Folsom Street shows how thoughtful tenant improvements can make a space immediately usable—especially in a slower commercial leasing market. These suites were designed to give any future tenant a strong first impression and a clear sense of possibility.

Southline sits in a part of South San Francisco that has shifted dramatically over the years. What was once a patchwork of aging industrial warehouses is now becoming a transit-connected district for biotech, commercial, and R+D tenants. My role was to help document that shift—showing how the materials, massing, and site planning work together to create something that feels rooted yet forward-looking.

The best offices don’t just function—they inspire. At One Market Square in San Francisco, Forge Architecture was asked to design a tenant improvement that transformed a full floor into a workplace defined by its setting. Their approach was intentional and restrained: let the Bay itself take the lead.

In the competitive world of commercial real estate, premium amenities have become a key factor in attracting and retaining tenants—especially in the fast-growing bioscience sector. The newly developed 1140 Veterans Boulevard project in South San Francisco is a prime example of this trend, featuring state-of-the-art common areas designed to meet the needs of modern life science professionals.

San Francisco’s Union Square is well-known for its mix of history and modernity, and the recent overhaul of 100 Stockton adds a striking new chapter to the area’s architectural story.

Guardant Health is at the forefront of the fight against cancer, leveraging advanced technology to detect the disease early and tailor treatments more precisely. But behind this groundbreaking work is a thoughtfully designed workspace that plays a crucial role in facilitating these efforts.

Among the latest and most striking additions to San Francisco's skyline is the Salesforce Tower, designed by the renowned Pelli Clarke & Partners. However, it’s not just the height of the Salesforce Tower that makes it iconic; it’s the way it interacts with its environment, particularly the fog that frequently blankets the city.

Transforming the exterior of an office building can seem like a daunting task, but with the right approach, it can bring new life to an old structure.

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.

Photographing biotech labs and offices is a unique challenge that combines technical skill and an eye for detail.

Guardant Health's central courtyard in Palo Alto, designed by Arc Tec Inc. and built by Landmark Builders Inc., is a remarkable example of how architectural design can influence productivity and well-being in the workplace.