Every project House Cosmopolitan takes on starts with a question: who are we inviting in and how do we celebrate them? We organize our portfolio by the culture each project celebrates, because the best architecture is designed for how people actually live, work, gather, and move — not just for a pretty picture in a magazine. Explore the six categories below, or read on for a closer look at a recent project.
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City Culture
Shaping how a city moves and grows. Urban design, planning, and transit proposals for Seattle, Austin, and beyond. View projects →
Residential Culture
Homes people actually want to live in. From single kitchen renovations to 76-unit apartment buildings. View projects →
Nightlife Culture
Spaces built for the after-dark community. Bars, clubs, and event venues designed around the people who use them. View projects →
Office Culture
Workplaces with a point of view. Coworking and office interiors rooted in neighborhood identity. View projects →
Retail Culture
Brands made physical and brought to life. Restaurants, salons, and storefronts designed around identity and material. View projects →
Sporting Culture
Architecture for active communities. Athletic and recreation facilities in Austin and beyond. View projects →
FEatured Project
The Comeback
A 9,000-square-foot renovation that carried Seattle nightlife institution R Place into its next chapter — completed in under four months. See the full project →