About Studio VARA
Studio VARA was founded in 2013 by principals Maura Fernández Abernethy and Christopher Roach, two architects who envisioned a practice that treats architecture as both a material craft and a discipline grounded in ideas. Operating from San Francisco, California, the firm has developed into a multidisciplinary design practice working at the intersection of architecture, urbanism, and interior design. The name 'VARA' refers to a Spanish and Portuguese unit of linear measure that was used to create San Francisco's street grid - one city block is typically 100×150 vara - connecting the practice to the city's urban fabric.
Over more than a decade, Studio VARA has built a reputation for delivering projects that weave together architecture, interiors, furnishings, and landscape into seamless, integrated wholes. The firm has been recognized for residential, multi-family, workplace, and educational projects, earning accolades such as Forbes' America's Best-In-State Residential Architects list. Deeply committed to sustainability, the practice approaches every project as an opportunity to serve people, place, and planet simultaneously, blending ecological intelligence with design excellence.
FAQs
- When was Studio VARA founded?
- Studio VARA was founded in 2013.
- Who is the CEO of Studio VARA?
- The CEOs are Christopher Roach, Maura Fernández Abernethy.
- What industries or markets does Studio VARA operate in?
- Studio VARA operates in the following markets: Architecture, Interior Design, Urban Planning, Residential Architecture, Workplace Design, Architecture Education, Sustainable Design, Landscape Architecture, Furniture Design, and Multidisciplinary Design.
- How many employees does Studio VARA have?
- Studio VARA has 11-50 employees.
- Where does Studio VARA have employees?
- Studio VARA has employees in United States.
- Is Studio VARA hiring?
- Yes, Studio VARA has 1 open remote job.
- Does Studio VARA support remote work or working from home?
- Yes, Studio VARA is a remote-friendly company.
- What employee benefits does Studio VARA offer?
- Studio VARA provides 9 benefits to their employees.
- Does Studio VARA offer a four-day work week?
- No, Studio VARA does not offer a four-day work week.
- Is Studio VARA transparent about salaries?
- Yes, Studio VARA practices salary transparency, often including salary or compensation ranges in their job posts. They provide salary data for 1 role.
- What is Studio VARA's website?
- Studio VARA's website is studiovara.com.
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