a studio formed from a love of craft, nature, and material honesty…
wren atelier [wa] is a multi-faceted design studio + gallery nestled in lavaca, san antonio’s oldest neighborhood
wa offers architectural + interior design services for intimately scaled projects
wa is a metalsmith of simple and elegant designs inspired by natural forms, using reclaimed metal, wood, and felt
our little studio opens its doors twice weekly to showcase a collection of carefully curated handmade objects
we hope to see you and encourage you to sign up below to learn about our events!
above photo by Casey Dunn
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scale, materials, and details…
metal-smithing is a passion that has followed me for over 25 years, feeding a desire to work with my hands - to shape, solder, rivet and burnish an array of natural materials
becoming an architect has allowed me to think about the marriage of materials on a larger scale, continuing to pay attention to edges, shadows, and composition
jewelry photos by Andrea Calo
the projects below were selected from my 15 year tenure with Lake|Flato Architects - an experience that, along with my dedication to the environment and a 4-year life chapter in japan, has indelibly influenced my path as an architect and designer
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