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Carlson Studio Architecture is a leader in sustainable design and LEED certified projects. Sustainability is the key principal we apply to all of our projects. The integrated design approach that we utilize in all our work allows us to provide high quality, high performance buildings for our clients. We look at our buildings as part of the greater "whole system." This means looking at things in their whole context, while seeking also to understand the interconnections between all living beings and their environment. No living being - including human beings - exists in isolation.

Carlson Studio Architecture is a Florida-based, full service design firm, committed to excellence, comprehensive project delivery and personal attention to each project. We are dedicated to the highest quality solutions, cost control and innovative use of technology. Principal of the firm, Michael Carlson has been practicing in Sarasota since 1986.

In 2009 Carlson Studio Architecture designed the “2009 HGTV Green Home” which was toured by thousands and viewed by millions on TV and the Web. Carlson Studio Architecture has worked on sustainable projects throughout the United States and currently celebrates one of the highest numbers of LEED certified projects in the region. The staff of Carlson Studio Architecture shares Mr. Carlson’s passion for the environment and often speaks to the public and business communities to further their message.

Recent Awards

• 2012 USGBC, Gulfcoast Chapter Best LEED for Commercial Interiors project
• Lakewood Ranch Plastic Surgery
• 2012 USGBC, Gulfcoast Chapter Best LEED for Core & Shell project
  • Palm Avenue Garage*
  2012 AIA Gulfcoast Chapter, Award of Merit
• Palm Avenue Garage*
• 2011 USGBC, Gulfcoast Chapter Best LEED for New Construction project
• Cancer Support Community
• 2011 USGBC, Gulfcoast Chapter Best LEED for Commercial Interiors project
• Offices of Carlson Studio Architecture
• 2011 USGBC, Gulfcoast Chapter Best LEED for Schools project
• Learning Gate Community School
• 2011 Sustainable Florida Collins Center 
• Best Practice "Green Building" Award Finalist
• 2010 USGBC South Florida Chapter First Place LEED for Homes
• HGTV 2009 Green Home

Carlson Studio Architecture is the only architecture firm in the region with Twelve LEED Certified Projects

2012 Cottonwood Cove Floating Marina
LEED-NC Gold Certified

2012 Sun N Fun Lifestyle Wellness Center
LEED-NC Gold Certified

2012 Palm Avenue Parking Garge
LEED-CS Gold*

2011 Sun N Fun Housekeeping Bldg
LEED-NC Certified

2011 Cancer Support Community
LEED-NC Gold

2010 Lakewood Ranch Plastic Surgery
LEED-CI Certified

2010 Learning Gate Community School
LEED for Schools Platinum

2010 Janie Poe Community Center
LEED-NC Silver

2010 Gateway Bank
LEED-NC Certified

2009 HGTV Green Home
LEED for Homes Platinum

2007 Carlson Studio Office
LEED-CI Silver

2005 Twin Lakes Office Complex
LEED-NC Gold