SERVICES
The studio of Cebolla Architecture is located in downtown Kings Beach, CA, on the North shore of Lake Tahoe. Lindy Ekin Warner is a licensed architect in California and Nevada. By listening to what’s most important to you, Cebolla helps you realize your goals in built form.
Commercial or Residential
New Construction, Remodel or Addition
Feasibility Studies
Site Planning
Architectural Construction Documents
Structural Integration
Interior Design and Specifications
Consultant Coordination
Neighborhood/Community Design Review
TRPA and other Agency Approvals
Permit Acquisition
Construction Administration/Observation
Cebolla Architecture offers a full range of architectural services; you choose the level of service for each step of the process.
The most comprehensive level allows you greatest peace of mind, knowing that Cebolla will handle everything. Complete specification packages, interior design, bid coordination, and construction administration ensure the highest quality control.
If you choose to have greater involvement yourself, Cebolla also offers basic design, permit, and construction observation services. Of course, anything in between is an option as well.
Uncertain about building at all? Cebolla offers a stand-alone feasibility study service to give you a clearer idea of what’s possible.
DESIGN
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Incline Village Remodel
This remodel takes advantage of a simple form and open floor plan. By adding a shed dormer to the main living area, existing trusses are allowed to remain structural and a spectacular view of Lake Tahoe opens up to the sky. Additional deck space was added and the fireplace was relocated to create a stronger connection between the great room and kitchen.
Ski Shop Addition
We explored a possible addition for a local ski and snowboard shop. The building was historically a gas station, so we enclosed the existing outdoor covered area and created an attractive new entry/retail space. A simple addition off the rear also provided more storage and flexibility.
North Shore Kitchen Remodel
By removing a view-blocking fireplace and reconfiguring a previously tight kitchen, we transformed this space. Casual dining wraps around a generous island, allowing for plenty of breathing room for both functions in a small place.
Debaliviere Recreation Center
Washington University Architecture School project located in St. Louis, MO. This project highlights Lindy’s love of large expanses of glass with orientation-specific shading to prevent excessive solar gain in the summer and still allow passive solar heating in the winter.
Martis Camp Model, design by Ryan Group Architects
Lindy was contracted to build this presentation model for design review at Martis Camp. The three-dimensional modeling tool clearly communicates how a building will sit in its site, complete with accurate solar exposure for any hour of any day of the year. This type of model is standard procedure for Cebolla Architecture because the same tool is used to produce construction drawings. (Images used with permission from Ryan Group Architects.)
Tahoe Quarterly Outstanding Mountain Home Award, design by Faulkner Architects
Lindy worked as a project manager for this award-winning residence in Northstar. Highly detailed construction drawings and a skilled team of builders made this project exceptional. (Images courtesy of Tahoe Quarterly and referenced with permission from Faulkner Architects.)
EMPHASIS
What sets Cebolla Architecture apart:
- Structural simplicity
- Construction-friendly design
- In-depth site/energy analysis
We believe architecture should be both elegant and sensible. Working closely with contractors and engineers, we keep those perspectives in mind as we design. Simple structure and construction-friendly details reduce material, time, and expense. We also recognize the building site as a living thing and a resource not to be wasted. Too often, these seemingly obvious factors are given low priority; at Cebolla, we believe they are the foundation of truly green and sustainable building.
LAYERS
You may be asking yourself- doesn’t cebolla mean onion in Spanish? It does, and here’s its significance. Lindy’s first internship was with architect David Barrett in Boulder, CO, and he became an inspiring mentor. David sent Lindy a hand-written note while she was in college, encouraging her to take risks and stretch herself as she was learning to design. He urged her to “keep peeling back the layers of the onion.”
Over time, the idea has come to mean something important. It is about getting to the core, having the courage to be vulnerable, and uncovering the true essence of ourselves, beneath the more obvious layers. It applies to all things, including architecture–each design has its own kernal that must be found and expressed with integrity throughout.
TEAM
Lindy Ekin Warner
Licensed Architect: California C30602, Nevada 5817
NCARB Certificate (national organization which facilitates my obtaining licenses in other states)
Master of Architecture ’01, University of Washington (Seattle)
Bachelor of Arts in Architecture ’95, Washington University (St. Louis)
A decade of experience managing projects for architecture and design/engineering firms in the North Tahoe/Truckee area
More than two years on site experience with building contractor in Seattle
Additional hands-on construction experience in Colorado and Mexico
Architectural internships in Boulder and Seattle
Strong structural background: working side by side with engineers, teaching structural principles to architecture students
Cat Dunleavy
Manages office operations and assists with business development
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture ’11, University of Georgia (Athens)
LEED-Accredited Professional v. 2.2
Strong design and horticulture background
Hands-on construction experience for several small-scale projects
CONTACT
Lindy Ekin Warner
Cebolla Architecture
8401 North Lake Blvd, Suite 202
US mail: PO Box 2526
Kings Beach, CA 96143
Phone: 530.721.0116
Fax: 530.448.8755
lindy@cebollaarchitecture.com
The studio is located on the second floor of the historic King Building and does not have elevator access. Accessible accommodations are easily and gladly made.
