Business Details
Expert Architectural Design for Custom Homes & Commercial Spaces
Richard Beard is a San Francisco-based architectural firm dedicated to creating site-specific designs that harmonize the built and natural environments. Our practice emphasizes a collaborative process where client aspirations, cultural context, and sustainability guide every project. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in custom residential homes, commercial spaces, and renovations that reflect timeless design principles. Our team, led by Principal Richard Beard FAIA and Partner Brett Moyer, integrates interior and landscape design to deliver holistic solutions tailored to each site's unique characteristics.Recognized in Architectural Digest and honored by the American Institute of Architects, our work prioritizes material authenticity, functional beauty, and environmental responsiveness. We serve clients across diverse locations including Napa Valley, Big Sky, and the San Francisco Bay Area, maintaining long-term relationships through iterative design dialogues. Our portfolio includes collaborations with notable entities like the National Park Service and Agassi-Graff LLC, demonstrating our versatility in addressing both urban and wilderness contexts.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Integration
Custom Homes
Commercial Spaces
Remodels
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in site-specific architectural design
- Our team includes American Institute of Architects Fellows and LEED-certified professionals
- We maintain long-term collaborations with nationally recognized design entities
- Our work has received national awards and publication in Architectural Digest
- We offer holistic integration of architecture, interior, and landscape design
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects
Services
Architecture
Our architectural practice creates site-specific designs that harmonize built structures with natural environments. We specialize in custom residential homes and commercial spaces that prioritize sustainability and material authenticity. Our approach integrates client aspirations with contextual analysis to deliver timeless, functional solutions.
Interior Design
We design interiors that extend the architectural vision through thoughtful material selection and spatial organization. Our interiors emphasize natural light integration and functional layouts that enhance daily living. Each design maintains continuity with the building's exterior and surrounding landscape for cohesive environmental harmony.
Landscape Integration
Our landscape approach creates seamless transitions between built structures and natural settings. We analyze topography, vegetation, and climate to develop site-specific solutions that enhance ecological relationships. This practice ensures outdoor spaces become functional extensions of interior environments while maintaining environmental integrity.
People
Richard Beard
Principal, Founder
FAIA award-winning architect with over 25 years of experience in site-specific design. Recognized in Architectural Digest for innovative integration of built and natural environments. Specializes in creating timeless residential and commercial spaces that respond to their unique contexts.
Brett Moyer
Principal, Partner
25-year design veteran specializing in contemporary spatial solutions. Serves as studio director since 2019, focusing on material authenticity and collaborative design processes. Brings connoisseurship to projects that combine craftsmanship with modern living requirements.
Rebecca Lischwe
Associate Principal
Licensed architect with expertise in complex residential projects. Focuses on technical precision and sustainable building practices. Plays key role in translating conceptual designs into constructible solutions that maintain design integrity.
Questions
What architectural styles do you specialize in?
We create site-specific designs that respond to environmental context rather than following specific styles. Our work emphasizes material authenticity and functional beauty that emerges from each location's unique characteristics.
Do you work on both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we handle custom residential homes, commercial spaces, and renovation projects. Our portfolio includes collaborations with entities like the National Park Service and Agassi-Graff LLC across diverse building typologies.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We prioritize passive design strategies, local material sourcing, and energy-efficient systems tailored to each site's climate. Our approach integrates buildings with natural topography to minimize environmental impact while maximizing occupant comfort.
Can you work with existing structures?
Yes, we specialize in renovations and adaptive reuse projects that preserve architectural heritage while updating functionality. Our team develops solutions that respect original design intent while meeting contemporary living requirements.
