At AplosGroup, we believe that architecture is about people. It’s about how aspiration interacts with environment. Our responsive approach combines innovative ideas with a practical sensibility that keeps the client at the center of the design process.

OUR SERVICES

Commercial Design

Need a unique space for your office, retail store, restaurant, cannabis dispensary or other enterprise? With our commercial design experience and our knowledge of Marin and Sonoma Counties, we can help you create a space that works for your business and stands out from the competition.

Tenant Improvements

If you’re thinking of leasing commercial space, we can help you with fast, cost-effective improvements that meet your business’s unique needs and transform a previously occupied space into one you’ll be proud to call yours.

Green Design

We can help you create a comfortable, beautiful and sustainable home or commercial building that works with the natural environment, using eco-friendly materials and maximizing energy efficiency to lower costs and reduce your environmental footprint.

Residential Design

Thinking of upgrading your living space? Whether it’s a new house, a remodel, an addition or an accessory dwelling unit, we can work with you to create the home of your dreams.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Sharon was great at helping us narrow our vision down and translate that into a workable design.

Diana

How wonderful it was to have a professional jump in, be proactive and act  on my behalf!

TW

We are still enjoying your wonderful design and routinely receive compliments on the house.

MR

Sharon was fantastic.  She was a really great advocate from start to finish for the project.

Brian

Sharon is very insightful and goes beyond expectations to suggest what she thinks could add to the project.

Maria Chapman

I found Sharon from AplosGroup to be very supportive of us, attentive to the tiny details, very conscientious and honest.

Howard Rachelson

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