YOU DREAM - WE LISTEN

Here at Orion Watkins Architecture we are committed to helping make your architectural dreams a reality. We are a client-focused firm that specializes in custom home design, sustainable design, remodels, interior design, construction management and commercial projects. With 25 + years of experience in both the field of construction and architecture our hands-on approach to our work combined with our strategic design process creates beautiful projects that capture not only the spirit of our clients, but listens to the building's environment as well.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

CUSTOM RESIDENTIAL DESIGN

Our firm specializes in custom residential design, creating bespoke homes that combine modern aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. From concept and planning to construction oversight, each project is tailored to the client’s lifestyle, site, and long-term vision, delivering homes that are both beautiful and enduring.
REMODELS

Specializing in remodels, the firm transforms existing homes and spaces with thoughtful design, blending modern functionality with style. Each project enhances comfort, flow, and efficiency while reflecting the client’s vision and lifestyle.
RESTORATIONS

Renowned for Victorian home restorations, combining meticulous restoration with contemporary upgrades to create spaces that honor the past and serve today’s lifestyle.
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION

We specialize in construction administration, leveraging years of hands-on construction experience to ensure every project is executed with precision, quality, and efficiency. From overseeing contractors to coordinating schedules and budgets, we guide the build process to deliver exceptional results.
ADU'S

Focused on ADU design and development, the firm creates functional, stylish, and code-compliant accessory dwelling units that maximize space and enhance property value. From initial concept to permitting and construction oversight, each ADU is tailored to meet the client’s needs and lifestyle.
COMMERCIAL

Our firm offers comprehensive commercial architecture services, creating functional, efficient, and visually engaging spaces for a wide range of projects, including offices, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use developments. Each design is tailored to meet client goals, enhance user experience, and reflect a strong professional identity.

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Sneak peek at our Sonoma project's first rendering🤓

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#sustainableliving #tinyhouse #offgrid #sonoma #renderings #movingforward #modern #metalroofing #concert #designmatters #motivation

Happy Thanksgiving. Extremely thankful for the projects that come our way here at OWA. What are you all thankful for?

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Photographer I @katalves

#cleanlines #architecturephotography #architecture #whitekitchen

Happy Birthday to Mr. Rem Koolhaas an amazing Dutch architect known for many building such as the Beijing headquarters for CCTV. A weaving web of steel and glass.

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#reinvented #web #weave #glass #designnerd #buildinglove #cantilever

Happy Birthday to Mr. Rem Koolhaas an amazing Dutch architect known for many building such as the Taipei’s new Performing Art Center. If we all would just TRY.

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#architecture #web #weave #glass #try #buildinglove #taipei #birt

Happy Birthday to Mr. Rem Koolhaas an amazing Dutch architect known for many building such as the Seattle Library. A weaving web of steel and glass.

Photo | Unknown

#architecture #web #weave #glass #designnerd #buildinglove

🌊Beach stop for a project on the Sonoma coast - Amazing for that mental balance.

Photo | Orion Watkins

#kiddo #beach #sonomacoast #clearthemind #saltair #newproject

-WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING-

"Orion has been working with us through preliminary design and permitting for our addition. His professional insight and problem solving have been a lifesaver throughout the entire process and we recognise a real personal commitment to helping make our dream house a reality... Highly recommended!"

- Dylan McConnell
"Orion Watkins is incredibly talented, professional, and has been a pleasure to work with. We engaged him to design our pool house after he was highly recommended by a friend of ours in the building industry. We had a clear idea of what we wanted. Orion listened to our ideas, then made great recommendations, including relocating the building to another location on our property resulting in a much better design and more functional building. He is responsive and consistently followed through on his commitments. We would happily work with him again on a future project."

- Melissa Dowling
“We were so lucky to have chosen Orion as our architect. He was recommended to us by our contractor and he was an invaluable asset to our project. Throughout the process Orion was dependable, professional and easy to work with. Our project was complicated, but Orion had the experience and skills to smoothly guide our project through the local building/planning departments. Our project is now complete. Thank you Orion Watkins Architecture! Highly recommend!”

-Bob Goar
"Orion has been Amazing since day one. I’ve worked with Orion on projects ranging from small, residential remodels, to high-end custom residential construction, to large multi-family master planned subdivisions. His models and drawings are efficient to engineer from. His design aesthetic is modern and thoughtful. I enjoy working with Orion because he is knowledgeable, he has integrity, he is hard working, and he is professional. His designs meet his client's goals and are cost efficient. I highly recommend Orion in a heartbeat to anyone who is in the market for an architect to design a distinctly beautiful building."

-EA Structural Design & Engineering
I am a builder and have worked with a number of architects over the years and would highly recommend this firm. Orion is patient, collaborative, thoughtful, and puts the interests of the client first.

-A Place to Hang Your Hat, Inc.
"We have had the good fortune of working with Orion as our architect on our recent major remodel project. The project was extensive including a change to vaulted ceilings (all new trusses), addition (guest suite, three car garage, laundry room), total square footage increase from 1,600 to 3,000 square feet. Orion was very detailed and thoughtful about so many aspects of the project. This attention to design included the new sightlines created by his careful placement of aligned doorways, walls and counters. Another example of this thoughtfulness in design was his focus on symmetry which was a goal of my wifes raised early in the process that Orion integrated well. In addition to his technical competence as an architect he is also a nice person. This friendliness made it easier for us to raise concerns, change our minds, etc.. Orion was also great at helping us meet our budget goals by suggesting various options in materials and structure."

-Mark Ball & Erin Smith
"We highly recommend Orion for a number of reasons: His exceptional deisgn expertise, attention to detail and seamless project execution as well as fair pricing. We will be back!!"

-Joanne Remillard
"Great to work with. He has valuable insight and suggestions to put your visions on paper. Always available to answer questions as he walked us through the process of designing a remodel for our home. Referrals for completion of the project were competent, reliable and reasonable. Orion is very trustworthy and professional and we highly recommend him for your architectural needs."

-Mike Edwards & Ysanne Rarick

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

"Orion has been working with us through preliminary design and permitting for our addition. His professional insight and problem solving have been a lifesaver throughout the entire process and we recognise a real personal commitment to helping make our dream house a reality... Highly recommended!"

-Dylan McConnell
"Orion Watkins is incredibly talented, professional, and has been a pleasure to work with. We engaged him to design our pool house after he was highly recommended by a friend of ours in the building industry. We had a clear idea of what we wanted. Orion listened to our ideas, then made great recommendations, including relocating the building to another location on our property resulting in a much better design and more functional building. He is responsive and consistently followed through on his commitments. We would happily work with him again on a future project."

-Melissa Dowling
“We were so lucky to have chosen Orion as our architect. He was recommended to us by our contractor and he was an invaluable asset to our project. Throughout the process Orion was dependable, professional and easy to work with. Our project was complicated, but Orion had the experience and skills to smoothly guide our project through the local building/planning departments. Our project is now complete. Thank you Orion Watkins Architecture! Highly recommend!”

-Bob Goar
"Orion has been Amazing since day one. I’ve worked with Orion on projects ranging from small, residential remodels, to high-end custom residential construction, to large multi-family master planned subdivisions. His models and drawings are efficient to engineer from. His design aesthetic is modern and thoughtful. I enjoy working with Orion because he is knowledgeable, he has integrity, he is hard working, and he is professional. His designs meet his client's goals and are cost efficient. I highly recommend Orion in a heartbeat to anyone who is in the market for an architect to design a distinctly beautiful building."

-EA Structural Design & Engineering
I am a builder and have worked with a number of architects over the years and would highly recommend this firm. Orion is patient, collaborative, thoughtful, and puts the interests of the client first.

-A Place to Hang Your Hat, Inc.

YOU DREAM - WE LISTEN

CUSTOM RESIDENTIAL DESIGN

REMODELS

RESTORATIONS

CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION

ADU'S

COMMERCIAL

CHECK US OUT ON INSTAGRAM

CHECK US OUT ON INSTAGRAM

"Orion has been working with us through preliminary design and permitting for our addition. His professional insight and problem solving have been a lifesaver throughout the entire process and we recognise a real personal commitment to helping make our dream house a reality... Highly recommended!"

I am a builder and have worked with a number of architects over the years and would highly recommend this firm. Orion is patient, collaborative, thoughtful, and puts the interests of the client first.

"We highly recommend Orion for a number of reasons: His exceptional deisgn expertise, attention to detail and seamless project execution as well as fair pricing. We will be back!!"

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

"Orion has been working with us through preliminary design and permitting for our addition. His professional insight and problem solving have been a lifesaver throughout the entire process and we recognise a real personal commitment to helping make our dream house a reality... Highly recommended!"

I am a builder and have worked with a number of architects over the years and would highly recommend this firm. Orion is patient, collaborative, thoughtful, and puts the interests of the client first.