Gardner by Category was conceived as a compact-site residential project in Los Angeles, where the challenge was to fit high-quality living spaces into a constrained urban parcel while respecting the surrounding neighborhood’s scale and character. The brief required careful calibration of massing, thoughtful facade articulation, and efficient interior planning to create an environment that feels generous despite its footprint.

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Category Company implemented its integrated model of design-build-development to deliver Gardner by Category with precision and clarity. The architectural strategy uses layered surfaces, recessed balconies, and a refined material palette to reduce visual mass while adding depth and richness. Interior layouts were optimized for light, storage, and flexibility, delivering modern living in a cohesive, high-quality environment. Through coordinated planning, craftful execution, and long-term material strategies, Gardner by Category stands as an exemplar of smart, contextsensitive residential design.

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