Business Details
Leading Architectural Solutions in Seattle, WA
Clark Barnes is a mid-sized architectural firm dedicated to creating meaningful spaces that prioritize human experience, functionality, and sustainability. Founded on principles of collaboration and innovation, we specialize in architecture, interior design, historic conservation, and planning for diverse sectors including residential, commercial, and institutional projects. Our team of seasoned professionals combines global perspectives with local expertise to deliver timeless, enduring solutions.With decades of collective experience, we focus on sustainable urban living, adaptive reuse, and crafting environments that enhance community well-being. Our projects reflect a commitment to mentorship, excellence, and integrating creativity with technical precision to meet client goals and enrich the built environment.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Historic Conservation
Planning
Residential Design
Highlights and features
- We deliver over 37 years of diverse architectural experience in urban and residential design.
- Our team integrates global perspectives with local expertise for context-sensitive solutions.
- We prioritize sustainable practices and adaptive reuse in every project.
- Our collaborative approach ensures client goals align with creative and technical excellence.
- We maintain a culture of mentorship and innovation for consistent, high-quality outcomes.
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services focus on creating human-centered spaces that blend functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic value. We deliver tailored solutions for commercial, residential, and institutional projects from concept to completion. By prioritizing collaboration and innovation, we ensure enduring designs that meet evolving client needs while enhancing urban environments and community well-being through sustainable practices.
Interior Design
We specialize in transformative interior designs that connect people to their environments while optimizing wellness and functionality. Our approach combines timeless aesthetics with practical solutions for new constructions and renovations across multifamily housing, senior living, and workplace settings. By integrating with architectural teams, we ensure cohesive, user-focused spaces that support long-term client objectives and enhance daily experiences.
Historic Conservation
Our historic conservation services preserve and adaptively reuse significant buildings through rigorous research and regulatory compliance. We balance preservation with modern functionality for heritage sites, ensuring cultural continuity while meeting contemporary needs. This approach maintains architectural character, supports community identity, and extends the lifecycle of historically valuable structures through sustainable, code-compliant interventions.
Planning
We provide data-driven planning solutions that align client goals with site-specific opportunities and regulatory requirements. Our interdisciplinary approach integrates urban context, programmatic needs, and sustainability to create resilient, future-ready developments. This ensures strategic growth that supports long-term business objectives while fostering vibrant, community-centered spaces across residential, commercial, and mixed-use environments.
Residential Design
Our residential services create authentic, enduring homes that reflect owner preferences while addressing practical needs. We specialize in custom single-family dwellings, remodels, and accessory units with attention to craftsmanship and sustainability. By focusing on human-centric design principles, we maximize livability, investment value, and environmental stewardship across new constructions and renovations for diverse lifestyle requirements.
People
Brenda
Partner, AIA
Brenda brings over 37 years of architectural experience, specializing in urban developments and residential projects that prioritize human experience and functional design to create livable, enduring spaces.
Scott
Partner, AIA, AIBC, NCARB
Scott focuses on sustainable urban living and human-centric design, applying global insights from his background in Brazil and Australia to create functional, impactful spaces that enhance user experience.
Lauren
Partner, AIA, NCARB
Lauren has 17 years of multi-sector experience, managing complex projects with research-driven strategies to deliver efficient, durable designs that balance creative vision with client goals and regulatory requirements.
Craig
Director of Residential, AIA
Craig specializes in high-end custom homes and remodels, applying over 20 years of technical expertise to create personalized, sustainable residences that align with owner aesthetics and practical needs.
Suzanne
Director of Interior Design, IIDA Associate
Suzanne leads interior design for commercial and residential projects, ensuring cohesive integration with architectural elements while delivering functional, context-sensitive spaces that enhance user experience and project objectives.
Questions
What services does CLARK / BARNES offer?
We provide architecture, interior design, historic conservation, planning, and residential design services tailored to human-centric, sustainable solutions for diverse project types.
Where is CLARK / BARNES based?
Our main office is located at 1401 West Garfield Street, Seattle, WA 98119, serving local and regional projects.
Does CLARK / BARNES work on historic buildings?
Yes, we specialize in historic conservation including preservation, restoration, and adaptive reuse of culturally significant structures while meeting modern functionality needs.
How does CLARK / BARNES approach sustainability?
We integrate sustainable practices through material selection, design efficiency, and adaptive reuse strategies to minimize environmental impact across all project phases.
What residential design options are available?
We offer custom single-family homes, remodels, additions, and accessory dwellings tailored to client preferences with sustainable, livable designs.
