Quiet Comfort, Conscious Craft

At Marisol Studios, we design custom homes that breathe with you. Thoughtfully rooted in Passive House principles, our spaces prioritize your well-being, from the air you inhale to the light that surrounds you. Every detail is carefully considered — not only for beauty, but for how it supports the rhythms of your life, your family, and your future. This is architecture as sanctuary — high-performance homes crafted with quiet intention.

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Marisol Gallagher, Founding Principal of Marisol Studios

Projects

1938 Denver Home Renovation
Denver Home Historic Preservation & Restoration
High Performing Aspen Residence
Aspen Duplex Renovation
California Recreation Center
Seattle's Multi-Use Highrise
Seattle Science & Tech
Jackson Hole Boutique Hotel

The smarter way to build.

Why Passive House?

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Sarah Broughton, Founding Principal of Rowland+Broughton

“She [Marisol] has played an active role in educating our team and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility within the firm. Her efforts have contributed to meaningful improvements in our sustainability practices through thoughtful goal setting and implementation. Marisol’s commitment to her work, collaborative approach, and passion for sustainability make her a valuable asset to any team.”

Jami McMannes, Community Office for Resource Efficiency (CORE)

“You [Marisol] are such an incredible asset to the architecture world, and the world overall! You are truly a light…”

About Us

Marisol Gallagher is the founder and Principal Architect of Marisol Studios. From the age of 12, she was driven by a singular goal—to become an architect. This determination has shaped her journey, taking her around the world through her studies and years living in Munich, Germany.

With experience at firms of all scales, Marisol has worked on projects ranging from multi-use high-rises to custom residential. Now, she brings her passion for high-performance design to every project, creating spaces that are both innovative and sustainable.

Click here to learn more and explore her diverse background and design philosophy.

In the Media

Passive House for Custom Residential Projects: Why It’s Worth the Effort

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Marisol Studios - June Newsletter

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Realizing The High-Performance Potential of Single-Family Homes Article

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Member Perspectives: AIA25 Recap

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2025 Board of Directors

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Why Firms Need Sustainability Leads

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Meet the Awards Committee Chair

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