ISSUE 03 | OCTOBER 2025
Architizer Vision Awards | Editor’s Choice Winner
We’re honored to share that our submission “A Ritual of Light, Water, and Shadow” from our currently under construction Oak Grove Residence has been selected as the 2025 Editor’s Choice Winner in the Interior’s category of the prestigious Architizer’s Vision Awards. Chosen from entries across more than 50 countries, this recognition places our work among the most distinguished in architectural design and representation worldwide.
Inspired by Tadao Ando’s mastery of concrete and light, this shower space reimagines bathing as an act of meditation. A circular skylight over the shower invites shifting sunlight to dance on raw surfaces, marking the passage of time and creating a profound sense of stillness. The sandstone boulder, quarried from the site, anchors the body to the earth, transforming a daily ritual into a contemplative journey.
Featured Project | Alpine Residence
We’re honored to share that our submission “A Ritual of Light, Water, and Shadow” from our currently under construction Oak Grove Residence has been selected as the 2025 Editor’s Choice Winner in the Interior’s category of the prestigious Architizer’s Vision Awards. Chosen from entries across more than 50 countries, this recognition places our work among the most distinguished in architectural design and representation worldwide.
Inspired by Tadao Ando’s mastery of concrete and light, this shower space reimagines bathing as an act of meditation. A circular skylight over the shower invites shifting sunlight to dance on raw surfaces, marking the passage of time and creating a profound sense of stillness. The sandstone boulder, quarried from the site, anchors the body to the earth, transforming a daily ritual into a contemplative journey.
Photos by Ciro Coelho
Ospi Montecito is a celebration of design, food, and atmosphere—all working in quiet harmony.
Building Montecito | Celebrating Jack Lionel Warner
The Warner Group Architects is honored to partner with the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) to work on an upcoming book exploring the remarkable life and work of Jack Lionel Warner, the visionary founder of our firm.
Widely regarded as one of the architects who defined Montecito’s distinct character, Jack Warner dedicated his career to designing timeless residences and landmark estates that harmonize with the region’s natural beauty. His work exemplifies elegance, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the landscape — qualities that continue to inspire our practice today.
From iconic hillside retreats to elegant coastal estates, Jack’s portfolio helped shape the architectural identity of Montecito and established a legacy of excellence that lives on through The Warner Group Architects. His work was widely featured in international design publications. He was not only a visionary architect but also an exceptional interior designer, seamlessly shaping spaces inside and out. During his tenure, The Warner Group Architects was featured in AD100 list four times — a true testament to his multifaceted talent.
In many of his drawings, Jack included a sketch of his wife, Joanna Barnes, as a human scale figure — a personal and touching signature that brought warmth and life to his architectural visions.
We look forward to sharing more about this exciting collaboration and celebrating Jack Warner’s enduring contributions in the months ahead.