Brooks McDonald Architecture is a Bay Area–based practice with over 20 years of experience delivering thoughtful, context-driven design. The firm’s work is rooted in a careful understanding of site, environment, and client goals, resulting in architecture that is both responsive and enduring. With a portfolio spanning custom residential, office, retail, hospitality, and land development projects, the practice brings particular expertise to high-end boutique residential design.

We approach each project as a collaborative process, balancing architectural clarity with the unique character of place.

Brooks McDonald

Principal, Architect

As a San Francisco native, Brooks brings a unique approach by incorporating his life experience and love for the Bay Area into his practice. Through thoughtful design, Brooks creates architecture that has a strong connection to the environment, local history, is rooted in the context of place, while being harmonious with the client's vision. Brooks is a licensed architect in the state of California and LEED AP accredited (Leadership in Energy Efficient Design). Outside of the office, Brooks enjoys travel and spending time outdoors with his wife and 2 children.