1155 Arden Residence
Two houses share a single Los Angeles lot, connected by a garden and pool that give the property a sense of rhythm and retreat. With a 5,100-square-foot main residence and a separa
Marija Volkman: Life, Lessons & Legacy
In this intimate conversation, architect and Archicraft Studio founder Marija Volkman explores loneliness, leadership, and the evolution of her creative voice, sharing lessons on i
Agents of the recovery
As LA’s fire-ravaged communities begin to rebuild, local agents, architects, and developers have taken on new roles—guiding residents through insurance battles, pricing chaos,
New Palisades Hills HOA Recreation Center Concept
Archicraft has been hired to rebuild the Palisades Hills Recreation Center and has shared early concept mood boards as the project begins. Led by Marija Volkman and Tyler Vaughn, t
Exploring Life & Business with Marija
Architect Marija Volkman recounts her journey from Serbia to Los Angeles, where she now co-leads Archicraft Studio. Shaped by years of rebuilding her life across continents, she fo
How to build after devastating fires
After January’s wildfires destroyed thousands of homes in Los Angeles, Archicraft’s Marija Volkman is helping residents navigate permits, insurance, and fire-resilient design.
A guide to rebuilding homes in Pacific Palisades
After losing her Palisades home for the second time in the 2025 wildfires, Valerie Chan is rebuilding with the help of architect Marija Volkman, who created a free guide to help im
“Unprecedented building boom” in fire rebuild areas
As rebuilding begins after the wildfires, architects face an “unprecedented building boom” complicated by plan checks, coastal regulations, and unclear tariffs. Architect Marij
Los Angeles’ best new and future projects
COTTAGE by ARCHICRAFT received a Citation in the Single-Family Residential category at the 2024 AIA|LA Design Awards, celebrating standout architecture honored at the newly opened
2024 AIA|LA Design Awards Winners
Los Angeles' best new and upcoming projects were celebrated at the 2024 AIA|LA Design Awards, held at the new ACLA Center for Communities. In the Single-Family Residential category