History
Lawrence Simons, FAIA, came to Sonoma County in the late 1960's to practice architecture because he fell in love with the natural environment, quality of light, and the natural resources available, such as redwood and rock. After years succeeding as an architect, he also became a developer of the buildings he designed, as well as an owner. This triple focus has made our firm sensitive to managing costs and delivering value for both the short term and the long term. He partnered with another architect, James Brecht, and the company became known as Simons & Brecht. Mr. Brecht passed away unexpectedly in 2001. Joan Woodard, a developer and manager, became his new partner in 2006. The company is known for projects throughout Sonoma County, but projects that are well known include Fountaingrove Inn and Equus Restaurant, Stony Point Lakes, Northpoint Corporate Center, and the new Senior Wing at Finley Community Center.
Specialties
Simons & Woodard is an architecture, development and property management team. We are highly skilled with office buildings, flex, and medical office. Our firm is locally owned and managed and our focus is Sonoma County, California. We have been in business for more than 45 years and believe it is possible to create and manage workplaces that are great spaces for people and sensitive to the environment. We use local materials and labor and design for the longterm.