STUDIO DEMARIA designs architecture rooted in place—spaces that are grounded, intentional, and deeply attuned to their surroundings. Based on the California coast, the work is shaped by the edge where land meets sea, drawing inspiration from the region’s natural beauty, its climate, and its layered history. The light, the fog, and the rhythm of daily life all inform the studio’s approach.

STUDIO DEMARIA believes that architecture should belong—to its site, to its context, and to the people who use it. Good design responds to the environment, emerging naturally from its surroundings.

STUDIO DEMARIA looks to California’s architectural heritage for guidance.  The honesty of early missions, the comfort of classic bungalows, the simplicity of mid-century forms. These references help shape work that feels both familiar and fresh, rooted yet forward-looking.

STUDIO DEMARIA believes that materials matter. We favor natural, time-tested elements—wood, stone, plaster—paired with thoughtful details and clean lines. Our buildings are designed to age beautifully, to adapt, and to last.

STUDIO DEMARIA approaches every project with care and intention. Whether a home, a retreat, or a commercial space, the process begins with understanding the people and places behind the work. The goal is always to create environments that feel calm, purposeful, and deeply human.

STUDIO DEMARIA builds with intention—grounded in people, place, and time.