About the Studio
How We Design With You
For more than two decades, we’ve shaped how Central Texas lives, works, and gathers.
Our work doesn’t start with a style, it starts with you.
We study the site, how light moves through it, and how you’ll live within it.
Every decision has a reason, refined until the design feels effortless and right for its place.
Good design doesn’t call attention to itself. It endures, performs beautifully, and feels right.
“We solve the problem until the solution feels inevitable.”
— David Webber, AIA
Explore Our Work
Each project begins with clarity of purpose and ends with spaces that feel effortless. Guided by the principles of Function, Expression, Region, and Minimalism, our designs respond to context and to the people who inhabit them. From custom homes to multifamily communities, from workplaces to interiors, every project reflects a simple idea: design should serve, inspire, and endure.
The People Behind the Work
Our team brings decades of experience across residential, multifamily, and commercial design. Each project benefits from collaboration between creative minds who care deeply about precision, performance, and place.
David Webber, AIA
Founder + CEO
David is the Principal, founder, and heart of Webber + Studio. His work as a distinguished architect has been recognized nationally and internationally. His commitment to both his craft and his team is reflected in the many award-winning designs and satisfied clients the studio continues to create.
Born and raised in Austin, TX, David achieved his Bachelor of Architecture with Highest Honors from the University of Texas at Austin in 1992. He founded Webber + Studio in 1997. He is a registered architect in several states.
David’s commitment to his craft is evidenced not only by the award-winning designs he creates, but also by the exemplary team he leads. In addition to his numerous accomplishments as a distinguished architect, David is a gifted manager, mentor, and friend to each and every young designer he works with. He is passionate about building a better world and has served on the Board of Directors for Frameworks Community Development Corp., the Board of Directors for the Ballet Austin, AIA Austin’s Facilities Committee, and was a Co-Chair for the AIA National Committee on Design at the Spring 2017 Conference.
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Thomas Tornbjerg
Managing Principal - Residential Architecture
Thomas Tornbjerg is the Managing Principal for Residential Architecture at Webber + Studio. Thomas holds a Master of Architecture as well as a Bachelor of Architectural Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin.
In the 12 years prior to joining Webber + Studio, Thomas was the sole principal at Tornbjerg Design, a progressive, design driven, professionally licensed architecture firm focusing on custom-residential and development work. The office sought to leverage backgrounds in engineering and construction to realize Architecture that is highly resolved, technically competent and materially efficient. The work of Tornbjerg Design was featured in many home tours and several publications.
Prior to starting his own practice, Thomas spent six years at Bercy Chen Studio. During his tenure at Bercy Chen, Thomas served as both project architect and construction manager on The Cascading Creek House and The Peninsula Residence, steering the projects from initial client meetings through design, detailing, drawing, and construction.
Prior to his time at Bercy Chen Studio, Thomas worked five years with the consulting structural engineering firms of Encotech Engineering and Conrad Engineering.
Tom originally hails from Denmark and has spent the bulk of the last four decades in Texas. He finds frequent inspiration in the architecture and design of Scandinavia while being rooted in the landscape and traditions of Texas. He lives in Austin, Texas with his wife, daughter and son.
Thomas Tornbjerg is a Texas licensed Architect. Reg. No. 24103.
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Stefan Bader, AIA
Director Of Operations + Associate
Stefan is a highly experienced architect whose level of commitment, expertise, and enthusiasm translates into unmatched value for our clients. As director of the firm’s operations across all studios, Stefan manages the architectural process ensuring helping to develop improved tools and train the staff on optimal management strategies. His years of experience, superior attention to detail, and technical steadfastness benefit clients and colleagues alike. Stefan is highly process oriented and efficiency driven which he applies to help build an environment where project managers can be successful. He is a Registered Architect in the State of Texas #27107
Born in Würzburg, Germany, Stefan Bader graduated with a Diplom Engineer degree in architecture from the Technische Universität München. He was a Research and Teaching Assistant at The University of Texas at Austin, School of Architecture at the Center of Sustainable Development. Stefan achieved a Master of Science in Sustainable Design at UTSoA and, upon graduating, worked for 2 years at Rhode Partners with focus on residential, mixed-used residential, and hospitality projects in Austin, prior to joining Webber + Studio. Stefan is fluent in German, English, and French. Outside of the office, he enjoys coaching his son at soccer, serving his younger community as Cub Master, or spending time with his Bernedoodle.
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Marek Hnizda, AIA, LEED AP, BD+C
Studio Director + Associate
Marek’s primary career focus has been on multifamily and commercial projects. His wealth of knowledge in architecture, construction coordination, and project management facilitate speedy, high-quality design and methodical execution from preliminary analysis through the construction phase. He is passionate about large-scale building and construction; you will often find him on site managing the technical translation of complex 2D designs into 3D realities. Marek is a Registered Architect in the State of Texas #25630 NCARB Certificate #82823
After earning a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of Maryland Baltimore County, Marek went on to earn both a Bachelor of Science as well as a Masters in Architecture at the University of Maryland. Marek embraces the dichotomy of build-ability, aesthetics, and attention to detail. Prior to joining Webber + Studio as a project manager in 2016, he worked at Bonstra | Haresign Architects in Washington D.C. for 8 years. Marek is fluent in Czech, English, and German.
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Ransom Baldasare
Office Manager
Ransom manages the Austin office and is the firm’s primary business specialist. He oversees the contractual and billing processes, and his years of experience at the Webber + Studio front desk make him uniquely able to guide clients through sensitive financial matters. He also acts as the firm’s chief technology guru, maintaining the complex tools and software we use to effectively execute our roles.
When not in the office, Ransom likes baking and spending time outdoors with David and their border collie, Beatrice.
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Locations
Rooted in Austin. Working Nationwide.
Since 1997, Webber + Studio has shaped homes and developments across Texas, New Mexico, Colorado and beyond, each one grounded in its environment and built to endure.
Seattle, Washington
Seattle, Washington
Seattle, Washington
Culver City, California
Culver City, California
Culver City, California
Brentwood, Tennessee
Brentwood, Tennessee
Brentwood, Tennessee
Dominical, Costa Rica
Dominical, Costa Rica
Dominical, Costa Rica
Angelfire, New Mexico
Angelfire, New Mexico
Angelfire, New Mexico
Mason County, Texas
Mason County, Texas
Mason County, Texas
Schulenberg, Texas
Schulenberg, Texas
Schulenberg, Texas
Austin, Texas
Austin, Texas
Austin, Texas
New York City
New York City
New York City
Guacalito de la Isla
Guacalito de la Isla
Guacalito de la Isla
Red Frog Beach
Red Frog Beach
Red Frog Beach
Ideas That Shape the Work
Our journal explores how architecture intersects with culture, sustainability, and the evolving character of Austin. From passive design to adaptive reuse, we share what inspires the spaces we create.
