Specializing in creative, responsible design that is uniquely suited to modern island living. We believe that building in the islands requires a sensitivity to local resources, local materials, and our island microclimate. Stoltz Kau Architects is a small office with a residential concentration located on Orcas Island in Washington's San Juan Archipelago. Our focus is on well designed, thoughtful houses that reflect our unique island circumstance, as well as the families they shelter. Architects Susan Stoltz and David Kau have been collaborating on projects for over 20 years, both as Stoltz Kau Architects, and formerly as Project Architect and Principal at Fernau and Hartman Architects in Berkeley, CA.
North Shore, Orcas Island • • • Built by White Construction & Co.📸: Ben Benschneider
On lots of Island/Rural homes the front door lives on the back side of the house. And sometimes it's not clear which side is the front and which side is the back! In any case it's a plus when you can make the Entry welcoming and with a comfortable sunset viewing chair. Crow Valley, Orcas Island....
Natural light, ventilation, lovely view, comfy chair? Check. Carry on. Guthrie Cove, Orcas Island. • • • Built by Moran Hodge Construction
Artists' retreat with an open plan living space over a garage/ printmaking and painting studio. Eagle Ridge, Orcas Island • • • Built by Avalon Construction📸: Taj Howe