An Alternative Approach.

More than merely green, Organic Architecture describes a way of thinking about design that transcends the common, everyday buildings around us. It is not a "style" but rather an approach to solving design problems. In Architecture, a "style" is a set of repeating elements (such as Spanish Colonial Style...). A truly Organic Architecture invents a new solution based on the special conditions of each project.

In this way, Organic Architecture follows the design process of Nature - by adapting to each site, climate, and set of materials. Read on to learn more about this design philosophy:


A Brief History of Organic Architecture
  • What is Organic?
  • Nature as the basis
  • Where did the term come from?

While Organic Architecture does describe environmental concerns, it also embodies the human spirit, transcending the mere act of shelter into something which shapes and enhancesour lives.


While Organic Architecture does describe an expression of individuality, it also explores our need to connect to Nature.

"So here I stand before you preaching
organic architecture...
not cherishing any preconceived form
fixing upon us either past, present or future,
but instead exalting the simple laws
of common sense..."

-Frank Lloyd Wright, An Organic Architecture, 1939


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An Organic History
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Detailed essay chronicling the birth and history of the Organic Architecture Movement.
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An American Architecture
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Exhibition catalog from 1985 show featuring the work of 14 organic architects.
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The Organic Principles
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Overview of our design philosophy and the organic process.



Organic Slideshow
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Short slideshow presentation of the organic design approach.

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