Business Details
Innovative Architectural Design in Austin
OTA+ Architecture + Design is a forward-thinking architecture, design, and research office dedicated to leveraging advanced digital technologies for the visualization and fabrication of projects across all scales. Founded on the principle of integrating cutting-edge design software and CNC machining, we transform conceptual rigor into tangible, formally unique structures. Our practice thrives on interdisciplinary collaboration, constantly exploring new tools and methodologies to advance architectural innovation. Based in Austin, Texas, and led by Principal Kory Bieg, we have garnered international recognition through awards, exhibitions at institutions like SFMOMA and the Architectural League of New York, and publications in leading journals.Our teams academic affiliations, including Kory Biegs role as Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, ensure our work remains at the intersection of practice and pedagogy. We prioritize site-specific, contextually responsive solutions, as demonstrated by projects like the Berkshire House and Waller Creek Zipper, which challenge conventional spatial hierarchies. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in Kory Biegs professional credentials, including AIA membership, NCARB certification, and licensure in multiple states. By merging computational design with material experimentation, we deliver architecture that resonates with both technical precision and creative vision.
Services
Architectural Design
Digital Fabrication
Installation Art
Research & Development
Master Planning
Highlights and features
- We specialize in advanced digital design and fabrication techniques.
- Our work has been exhibited internationally at institutions like SFMOMA.
- Led by licensed architect Kory Bieg with academic affiliations at UT Austin.
- Projects prioritize contextual responsiveness and deconstruction of spatial hierarchies.
- Recognized for cross-disciplinary collaboration and technical innovation.
Services
Architectural Design
We create innovative architectural designs for residential and commercial projects, emphasizing site-specific solutions and formal experimentation. Our approach integrates advanced digital modeling with material innovation to produce contextually responsive structures. Projects like the Berkshire House demonstrate our ability to deconstruct traditional spatial hierarchies while maintaining functional integrity.
Digital Fabrication
Our practice specializes in digital fabrication techniques using CNC tools to translate complex computational designs into physical reality. This methodology enables precise execution of intricate geometries seen in installations like Lumifoil and Waller Creek Zipper, ensuring technical accuracy while maintaining artistic intent.
Installation Art
We design immersive installations that explore spatial relationships and material behavior. Projects such as Tedx UT Austin Backdrop and Machinic Domains combine computational design with physical experimentation to create environments that challenge conventional architectural boundaries while serving functional event spaces.
Research & Development
Our R&D initiatives focus on advancing architectural discourse through robotic fabrication and parametric design. Collaborative projects with academic institutions investigate emerging technologies' impact on design processes, pushing disciplinary boundaries while maintaining practical applicability in built environments.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans that balance ecological, social, and aesthetic considerations. The Fosu Lagoon Master Plan exemplifies our approach to creating interconnected public spaces that address both immediate functional needs and long-term urban development challenges through iterative computational analysis.
People
Kory Bieg
Founder + Principal
Kory Bieg, AIA, is an Assistant Professor at UT Austin School of Architecture and licensed architect in California, Texas, and Missouri. He received his Master of Architecture from Columbia University and Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from Washington University. Bieg chairs TxA Emerging Design + Technology and co-directs TEX-FAB.
Questions
What architectural services does OTA+ offer?
We provide architectural design, digital fabrication, installation art, research initiatives, and master planning services tailored to each project's unique requirements.
Where does OTA+ operate?
While based in Austin, Texas, we undertake projects globally, with completed works in Massachusetts, Florida, California, and Taiwan.
What design technologies does OTA+ use?
We employ advanced computational design tools and CNC machining to create innovative forms, integrating robotic fabrication and parametric modeling techniques.
How does OTA+ approach sustainability?
Our designs prioritize contextual responsiveness, using digital analysis to optimize material efficiency and environmental performance in projects like the Waller Creek Zipper.
Can I request a consultation?
Yes, we offer free initial consultations to discuss your project's goals and explore creative, technically rigorous solutions.
