Carrasco Associates

Carrasco & Associates is a small architectural firm based in Palo Alto, California, with 3 employees. The firm specializes in providing urban design, architecture, and sustainable design services for a wide range of building types. Their portfolio encompasses single and multi-family dwellings, office spaces, retail stores and restaurants, industrial buildings, and various institutional buildings such as hotels, churches, museums, recreational facilities, and visitor centers. Known for their innovative projects, Carrasco & Associates takes a holistic approach, viewing buildings not as isolated structures but as integral components of a neighborhood's identity. Their expertise extends to challenging conversion projects, demonstrated by their successful transformation of a former Oldsmobile dealership into a Whole Foods Market and the preservation of the historic Varsity Theater, now a Borders Books. Committed to sustainable practices, Carrasco & Associates prioritizes environmentally responsible design. Their process involves careful consideration of site orientation, efficient building systems, and the utilization of local resources and materials. Several members of the team hold LEED Green Building Rating System accreditation, underscoring their commitment to environmentally conscious architecture.