We think, we create and we build

We are a different kind of company

We are
PAAstudio

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We are kinetic

Things move quickly around here. At Internet speed. That means we have to be nimble, in both work and play. 'Livably minimal' perhaps?

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We have been around

Founded in 1992, we have earned a solid recognition for what we do. But we continue to advance and welcome new challenges.

We have a distinct design philosophy backed by 40+ years of experience

We deliver precise thinking and artistic design that can turn your objective from virtual to real. The core of our strategy is modern, warm, perceptible, elegant results.

A step further beyond Bauhaus' three F’s - form follows function is what we see as form fuses function - parallel evolution at every level of development with complete transparency of building interaction and automation at all stages of its life. And yet one more F - for fun, an integral part of our credo. The delicate definition of space, the fluid transition between different parts of a total volume, which are defined without vertical partitions and still retain their identity and crisp function; and besides being poetic this also becomes a fact. Controlled transparency is yet another technique, which works in close connection with passive sustainability to enhance building performance.

Furthermore and back to basics, PAAstudio provides the proficiency of executing the job within the required time and budget.

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We provide high quality services in a variety of fields
Architecture - 40+ years expreience

construction - 30+ years of experience

fine and applied arts - 40+ years Experience

music and music production - 39 years Experience

film and film production - 10 years Experience

We deliver precise thinking and artistic design that can turn your objective from virtual to real. The core of our strategy is achieving modern, perceptible, elegant results. We can help you plan and successfully build your next project!
PAAstudio

thinking PAAstudio

We could just call it livable minimalism and be done. However, there are function and form, structure and aesthetics, beauty and... budget. All of them handled with the same attention to detail; the fusion of art and building science into a practical, sustainable piece of imagination.

Limitless innovation

A practical, inhabitable piece of art - fully integrated BIM, allowing interactivity, real time changes and total visualization of the project at every stage.

From start to finish

Turnkey Design | Built process. Your dreams to life - the most efficient way. Continuous customization, painless revisions, consistent quality.

Greater value

Consistent Publication | Award record adds more than 7% to the total real estate value, or more than 2x design fees. Design or Design | Built pays for itself.

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predesign and schematics

Establish project goals, program and determine the Building Information Model

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design and docs

Advance design and create the Building Information Model and incorporate Construction Documents

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construction

Itegrate necessitated reveiws and changes, physically erect the Building Information Model,

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and much more

Finish interiors, landscaping, FM, applied and fine arts - supplement the Building Information Model

Sustainable controlled tansparency | hillside expertise

design and construction services

unique talent combination
The special ability to see a project start to finish

As well as add much more to it. In addition, our artistic portfolio brings beauty and function to a new level of experience. Did we mention that architecture is an applied art? We elevate it to its rightful place and we are not exaggerating - we happen to live with and within our own creations every single day.

Then comes the fun part.

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uneasy tree-way relation
Between Owner, Architect and Contractor

The Architect as the Owner's Agent has no right over means and methods of construction. This "love-hate triangle" is more likely to result in an unpleasant process and a relatively mediocre end product. Contractors also don't comprehend well new complex building data. As a Design | Build firm, PAAstudio has a direct method to remedy all that. Our comprehensive hands-on BIM | BUILD approach eliminates all hurdles by providing a clear and easy answer.

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A simple turnkey operation
It's easy, isn't it?

We did not invent the Design | Build operation. We just took it a bit further. Call it the BIM | BUILD approach. Our advanced 3D modeling systems allow for the creation of a detailed, true-to-reality building model and integrated elements + quantity data, which are translated directly to Construction Documents and to construction site without ambivalent interpretations. Our proprietary BIM | BUILD workflow stands clearly in a league of its own.

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We do it all and a bit more
Practically there would be little to compare

Of course, we offer design only services as well as a CM package per project specifics. However, to total PAAexperience is the best way to utilize our full potential. Also the best way to save on professional fees and benefit from efficiency of the total package. For instance, hillside design expertise is something that comes with time and skill and depends on quite a few additional factors, such as tenacity and adequate code interpretation. Recognition for doing that says it all.

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It all is practically free
Double return on design investment

With our record of publications + awards, we can all but guarantee, that your project will get published or, even better, receive a design award. In common RE practice, such projects bring ±10% increase in property value. The calc is simple - design fees relate to construction cost (CC), which itself is ≪50% of the sales price. If we increase the overall RE value by ~10% and design fees are ~10% of CC, simply working with us pays 200% in return, earning back the full design fee + profit as a bonus!

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Ch-ch-ch-ch-Changes!
Yes, they do occur in design and construction

PAAstudio's BIM | Build method provides the most comprehensive change and revision implementation process. Alterations could be done at any stage of the project with fully automatic building documentation update. From the office main frame to any mobile device in true VR via BIMx. We not only design, we make it real.

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10 fun facts

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Our BIM | Build method saves not only time, but money too. Design cost is incorporated in the overall project fee structure at practically no charge.

- cost savings

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The Virtual Building remains flexible and modifiable at any point of the project - from the beginning to the very end.

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Initial consultation with us is usually free, depending on job specifics. Let us know if we can be of help.

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Schematic Design and Design Development are fused in one phase, saving a great deal of time and fees.

- additional cost savings

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Clients can access the VBM (Virtual Building Model) online and review progress and any applicable changes and revisions at any time. They can markup and leave own input as well.

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Energy performance of the building is part of the VBM and could be autput and rendered as part of any Design | Build or Design only package.

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Passive sustainable features underline of our design philosophy - they are the most cost savings green features of any project. They also come free with any PAAstudio project.

- energy performance and cost savings

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We have done almost any kind of architectural or interior design. The same goes for graphic design and art. Now we can build it for you and have the art in!

we'd like to hear from you

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During construction 24/7 webcams allow for direct construction observation on computer and mobile devices.

- security

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Good design actually pays for itself. As mentioned before, it is a well known real estate fact, that a publication or design award brings 7+% of the total value increase. This covers all architectural and most contracting fees. In other words, working with us is just a profitable enterprise.

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PAAphilosophy basic terms
one space to rule them all
Our unique way of creating easy beauty

Part theory of relativity, part J.R.R. Tolkien, the idea of the Artspace Continuum has been a focal point of our design, or shall we say, overall life approach, for a long number of years. It has crystalized in 2D and 3D work and attention to environmental issues. We view it as the overall, planned infusion of art in our daily lives, which elevates the mere passing of time to the level of pure enjoyment and adventure, brought in by harmony, color, space, sound - i.e. architecture, 3D art, painting and music. Yes, music - as Goethe said “Architecture is still music”.

In other words, blurring the lines between temporal and spatial arts into an environment, which, unlike a museum, is free to use, enjoy and mess with at all times. And like a well designed object of desire, it puts a smile in your face every time you’re in there and basically sets the foundation of a much better, pleasurable and meaningful existence. Not sure yet if this might be the ‘meaning of life’, but it could be damn close to it.

This concept encompasses the myriad of art form we touch - design, sculpture, painting, music, film, even theatre. For us, respectully - very close to the meaning of life. Not too corny, right? But for us - very true.

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mess with at all times
The basics of uninhibited living

The Architect as the Owner's Agent has no right over means and methods of construction. This "love-hate triangle" is more likely to result in an unpleasant process and a relatively mediocre end product. Contractors also don't comprehend well new complex building data. As a Design | Build firm, PAAstudio has a direct method to remedy all that. Our comprehensive hands-on BIM | BUILD approach eliminates all hurdles by providing a clear and easy answer.

Explore works
A simple turnkey operation
It's easy, isn't it?

We did not invent the Design | Build operation. We just took it a bit further. Call it the BIM | BUILD approach. Our advanced 3D modeling systems allow for the creation of a detailed, true-to-reality building model and integrated elements + quantity data, which are translated directly to Construction Documents and to construction site without ambivalent interpretations. Our proprietary BIM | BUILD workflow stands clearly in a league of its own.

Explore works
We do it all and a bit more
Practically there would be little to compare

Of course, we offer design only services as well as a CM package per project specifics. However, to total PAAexperience is the best way to utilize our full potential. Also the best way to save on professional fees and benefit from efficiency of the total package. For instance, hillside design expertise is something that comes with time and skill and depends on quite a few additional factors, such as tenacity and adequate code interpretation. Recognition for doing that says it all.

Explore works
It all is practically free
Double return on design investment

With our record of publications + awards, we can all but guarantee, that your project will get published or, even better, receive a design award. In common RE practice, such projects bring ±10% increase in property value. The calc is simple - design fees relate to construction cost (CC), which itself is ≪50% of the sales price. If we increase the overall RE value by ~10% and design fees are ~10% of CC, simply working with us pays 200% in return, earning back the full design fee + profit as a bonus!

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meet the team
Professional Profile License
1984 Licensed Architect, Europe
1994 Licensed Architect, CA, USA
2013 Licensed General Contractor, CA, USA
 Professional Affiliations
1994 American Institute of Architects
With a solid creative career of over 35 years, Ivo is the backbone of this agile multidisciplinary firm with international recognition.
Architect | Founder
Career profile

Since opening practice in Europe in 1984, Ivo Venkov has designed a number of important projects in the United States and overseas. His architectural expertise ranges from private residences to assembly facilities and has earned him international recognition and awards. Since founding PAAstudio in 1992, Ivo has been developing a broad spectrum of works, which have established PAA's line of thinking as well as the company's perception for functional design. He has also a successful art career with a number of works in international museums and private collections. Coincidentally, he is also author of a rock opera in 1984, which once again shows, that architecture could be considered 'silent music'. Sometimes silent, that is.

Professional Profile License
1996 Licensed Architect, Europe
Rossi is the heart and soul of PAAstudio. Her abilities range from architecture and design to deep code analysis, to applied arts and crafts.
creative director
Career profile

Upon earning MA degree with specialization in Environmental and Historic Monument Preservation, Rossi Venkov has worked as a licensed architect in Sofia, Bulgaria. She joined PAAstudio in 1999. Since then, Rossi has been as the company's other design partner and Creative Director in both aesthetics and functional, as well as regular office matters. She is also the office code expert- recent successful LA Municipal Code interpretations and negotiations with City of Los Angeles Zoning and Building and Safety officials are primarily attributed to her abilities. Somehow she also manages to be a dedicated mother of two.

Pioneering the Virtual Office Timeline
1992 PAAstudio fouded
1997 Establishing the Virtual office Concept
1998 - current

Since pioneering the idea at the end of the last century, we developed strong skills in managing a virtual office environment, which allows for superior design, quick project delivery, detailed construction focus and excellent results.

main consultants
Matrix Seismic, Inc, Kzarians Engineering Inc,
JK Associates, JacoCal engineering, CSM
How It Works

Based on the good capacity of our CAD mainframe, we run an online BIM server, which allows all consultants to participate directly in the Virtual Building Model. The construction process follows closely the approved Construction Documents, with changes implemented directly into the BIM database.

01. Assembly Facilities

Heritage Welcome Center, Park City, KY, Comp. Entry
Palos Verdes Art Center, Los Angeles,CA, Comp. Entry
Hudson River Sun Shelter, New York, NY, Comp. Entry
Yokohama Port Terminal, Yokohama, Japan, Comp. E
Children’s Center, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Colossus Performance Arena, Las Vegas, NV
Convention Center, Pleven, Bulgaria
Municipal Building, Abu Dhabi, UAE

02. banks | casinos

City National Bank, Los Angeles, CA
Security Pacific National Bank, Pasadena, CA
Desert Inn Casino Remodel, Las Vegas, NV
Luxor Resort and Casino, Las Vegas, NV

03. Residential

Gloaming Way Residence Duo, Beverly Hills, CA
Hollywood Hills Residences 1-2, Los Angeles, CA
Hollywood Hills Residences 3-4, Los Angeles, CA
Hollywood Hills Residences 5, Los Angeles, CA
Lake Sherwood Residence 1, Ventura, CA
Malibu Residence Remodel, Malibu, CA
P | P Residences Remodel, Glendale, CA
Palisades Residence 2, Pacific Palisades, CA
Palisades Residences 3-4, Pacific Palisades, CA
Palisades Residences 5-6, Pacific Palisades, CA
Palisades Residences 7-8, Pacific Palisades, CA
Palisades Residences 9, Pacific Palisades, CA
Palisades Residences 10, Pacific Palisades, CA

04. commercial development

429 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA
800 South Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA
9301 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA
Asahi Recording Studio, Santa Monica, CA
Astrolite Alloys, Camarillo, CA
ARCO Headquarters, Pasadena, CA
Block 20, New Belgrade, Serbia and Montenegro
City of Long Beach Animal Shelter, CA
C.R.A. Headquarters, Los Angeles, CA
Epitaph Records, Los Angeles, CA
Gateway Tower Remodel, Pasadena, CA
GTE Main Street TV, Santa Monica, CA
MCC Santa Monica, Mall and Condominium Complex
NHS Headquarters, Los Angeles, CA
Town Center Sofia, Sofia, Bulgaria

05. multihousing

Holly Drive Condo Complex, Glendale, CA
Kling Street Townhomes, Glendale, CA
3 Unit Residence Remodel, San Pedro, CA
Elm Avenue Condominiums, Glendale, CA
Affordable Housing Complex, Las Vegas, NV
Ely Meadows Townhouse Complex, Ely, NV

06. restaurants

Fine Dining, Luxor Hotel Casino, Las Vegas, NV
Fish House, Luxor Hotel Casino, Las Vegas, NV
High Energy, Luxor HotelCasino, Las Vegas, NV
Hill Street Cafe, La Canada, CA

07 hotels

Western Hajj Salman Hotel, Karbala, Iraq
VIP Suites, Desert Inn, Las Vegas, NV
VIP Suites, Caesar's palace, Las Vegas, NV

08. medical Facilities

Ambulatory Surgical Center, Beverly Hills, California
USC Physical Therapy, Los Angeles, California

09. retail

Block 20, New Belgrade, Serbia
Town Center Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
Nicole, West Hollywood, CA
( in association with DES-Arc below )
Bay CIty Shopping Center, Nagoya, Japan
Centro Commerciale Ipercoop, Pordenone, Italy
Kukulcan Village, Cancun, Mexico
Nassica Oporto Outlet Center, Oporto, Portugal
Parco Commerciale Urbano, Vicolungo, Italy
Tampines Mall, Koala Lumpur, Malaisia
Walt Whitman Mall, Long Island, New York

02. murals | sculptural

429 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, California
9301 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, California
Bacchanal Restaurant Mural, Caesar’s Palace, LV, NV
Branca Residence, Mural Art, Beverly Hills, California

Professional Profile License
1996 Licensed Architect, Europe
Rossi is the heart and soul of PAAstudio. Her abilities range from architecture and design to deep code analysis, to applied arts and crafts.
creative director
Career profile

Upon earning MA degree with specialization in Environmental and Historic Monument Preservation, Rossi Venkov has worked as a licensed architect in Sofia, Bulgaria. She joined PAAstudio in 1999. Since then, Rossi has been as the company's other design partner and Creative Director in both aesthetics and functional, as well as regular office matters. She is also the office code expert- recent successful LA Municipal Code interpretations and negotiations with City of Los Angeles Zoning and Building and Safety officials are primarily attributed to her abilities. Somehow she also manages to be a dedicated mother of two.

Selected PAAstudio projects
built, competiiton and unbuilt work
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Selected PAAstudio renderings
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press and awards
Elm Street Condos selected for the City of Glendale official good projects list, Gelandale, California
Design Year Book, Liaoning S&T Publishing
Group, Shanghai, China 
Second prize, Invited Competition, Town Center Sofia, Sofia, Bulgaria
NHS Office Complex - ArchiCad 8.1 international ad pro campaign, Architectural Record, Architecture Magazine
Sofia Municipal Gallery of Art, Feature, 1 Magazine
Grand Prize - Sofia Gallery of Art, New England Biolabs, Palos Verdes Art Center, PAAstudio Web site, ArchiCad LA Design Awards, Los angeles, California
Special Award of the Gallery for Design 
Excellence, Sofia Gallery of Art International Design Competition, Sofia, Bulgaria
Award of Excellence, NHS Office Complex, ArchiCad LA Design Awards, Los angeles, California
Honorable mention, Heritage Welcome Center International competition, Park city, KY
Selected Publication, Sun Shelter on Hudson River Competition, New York, New York