Uncommon Spaces
for the Common Good

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UCSF Health Sciences Renovation
Open research lab with bench workstations

International House
Students approach and relax near the glass entry of International House, with historic stucco façade and tile roof behind them.
We have a passion for architecture and a keen sense of empathy.

Cañada College Science Renovation
Life Sciences and Physical Science department lab

Laney College Library & Learning Resource Center
Proposed exterior view from campus

College of Natural Resources Master Plan

Napa Main Library Remodel
Sculptural wood partitions defining the children’s library area

Barbara Lee Senior Center
Exterior view of main entry

El Cerrito Recycling Center
Visitors dropping off recyclables at covered collection stations in a circular drive-through layout.
WE CELEBRATE THIS IN EVERYTHING WE DO, FOR THE BENEFIT OF ALL.

Solano College Library/LRC
Library and learning resource center exterior elevation

Morgan Hill Library
Exterior view at dusk with glowing entrance and public plaza

Los Altos Community Center
Exterior view of the Community Center at dusk, with warm sunset colors reflected in the expansive glass façade, highlighting the wood cladding and red outdoor seating.

Benicia Community Center
Exterior view of main entry showing signage and landscaping

Designed for Teens, by Teens
Dusk shot of teen center exterior

Oakland Zoo California Trail
Enclosed gondola car suspended above treetops with sweeping views of the Bay Area below, captured during golden hour with soft sunlight and a clear sky.

Since 1992, Noll & Tam Architects has designed uncommon spaces for the common good from our home in Berkeley, California. We design sustainable, inclusive libraries, civic buildings, educational facilities, workplaces, and spaces for science and animals.