Studio Schicketanz was founded by Mary Ann Gabriele Schicketanz.

Studio Schicketanz is a full-service architecture, interior design, and consultancy firm based in Carmel, California, and Bangalore, India, sought after for its ability to weave together deeply philosophical approaches to landscape, architecture, and interior design with a focused emphasis on livability. Founder Gabriele Mary Ann Schicketanz has been a practicing architect for more than three decades, with a portfolio spanning the Western United States, as well as Europe. She is known for creating designs that offer classic simplicity and natural elegance.

Architecture

We strive to create buildings which reflect our client’s personalities, provide a space for them to thrive in and integrate as seamlessly as possible into their environments. And we are proud to have been awarded several top design awards for our work.

Interiors

Our holistic approach to design assures our clients highly functional, customized and healthy interiors. In addition we offer all inclusive procurement furnishings, accessories, and art as well as installation/move-in services.

Sustainability

Most of our staff is LEED accredited and skilled to provide the most energy efficient and healthy project for our clients. We designed the first LEED certified project in Big Sur as well as the first LEED certified project in Carmel by the Sea.

Renovation

We love bringing a tired and outdated building back to life and are strong believers in re-purposing and adapting existing structures for a new use. Improving an existing building envelope to create an energy efficient and healthy new environment for our clients is our passion.

Commercial

Studio Schicketanz has completed various renovations of commercial buildings, TI projects and is currently working on several hospitality projects. Whenever an innovative custom solution is called for we will be a good partner in providing you with the most creative solution

Land Use Planning

Our specialty is land use analysis and feasibility studies of properties within the central coast of California. We have a thorough understanding of the California Coastal Act and the individual land use plan areas of Monterey County.