About
Isaman design, Inc. is a full-service Architecture firm based in San Luis Obispo, California, and licensed to work in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. With over 30 years of experience, architect Bill Isaman and the firm work on various projects, ranging from custom residential and commercial mixed-use spaces to winery architectural design.
Approach
With the honest approach of putting the clients and their needs first, Isaman design aims to produce thoughtfully designed spaces that cater to a variety of budgets and aesthetic preferences. With the philosophy that good design does not mean adhering to any one specific style, the team focuses on examining financial, environmental and client specific considerations with each project.
The Team
Bill Isaman
Bill loves his job as an architect and feels fortunate to work and live in beautiful San Luis Obispo, Ca. Bill grew up in construction, framing custom homes for his father’s General Contracting business – it was at that time when Bill was introduced to architecture. Though he enjoyed the challenges of building, the idea of designing structures was much more intriguing. He studied and graduated from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, School of Architecture and Environmental Design in 1998. After working for a large architecture firm for many years, Bill decided to open his own practice in 2006.
Bill has two boys, Will and Joe, and loves spending time on the baseball and football fields with them as much as possible. He and his wife Kelly enjoy traveling and enjoying the “SLO life” with a tall glass of wine.
Leslie Pink Morgan
Leslie graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a bachelor’s degree in Architecture and a minor in Construction Management. She loves a good wine & cheese pairing. Leslie also enjoys hands-on creative activities like helping friends and family with eclectic DIY projects and cooking/baking new delights to satisfy her husband’s southern food cravings.
Sergio Ochoa
Sergio is a creative soul who knew he wanted to study architecture at a very young age. Ranging from his love of Legos, creative mind, and passion for design, he knew he would pursue a career in architecture. Sergio earned his Bachelor of Architecture Cum Laude from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, School of Architecture and Environmental Design. His personal architectural philosophy emphasizes the importance of sustainability and impactful design. He decided to begin his career in the beautiful city of San Luis Obispo and truly become a SLOcal. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, building furniture, cooking, spending time with his dog, and an ice-cold 805.
Maggie Hanna
Maggie’s love for architecture began early, touring open houses with her mother in Southern California. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from UNLV and a Master’s Degree from NewSchool in San Diego. Her career started in accessibility consulting, before transitioning to high-end residential design with renowned architects. After a decade in the Pacific Northwest, Maggie returned to California, where she enjoys beach volleyball and riding her Vespa, continuing to create beautiful, functional designs.
Emily Falk
Emily grew up in a small town in the Sierra Nevadas and moved to San Luis Obispo to attend Cal Poly's architecture program, where she graduated Cum Laude in 2020. From a young age, you could find her with a sketchbook in hand, and that passion for architecture and design has flourished ever since. When not working or studying for her architecture license, Emily can be found exploring the local trails and beaches or spending time with her friends and family.
Ben Wassink
Ben graduated from Cal Poly’s architecture program, a year of which he spent studying abroad in Florence, Italy. Always passionate about composition, design and fabrication, Ben grew up with his head in a sketchbook, and regularly covered in sawdust. In his free time, Ben enjoys building furniture and experimenting with different artistic mediums. When not creating, Ben enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, hammocking and playing beach volleyball.
ben@isamandesign.com
Erin Bailey
Erin grew up in Los Angeles and moved to San Luis Obispo for Cal Poly’s architecture program. Her dad introduced her to Google SketchUp when she was young, and her interest in architecture and design has grown exponentially since then. After graduation, she felt at home on the central coast and decided to make San Luis Obispo her permanent home. Outside of the world of architecture, Erin enjoys using her free time to go wine tasting around SLO county, singing, and watching good scary movies.
Nick Norton
Nick graduated from the University of Virginia’s architecture program and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in architecture at Cal Poly. Nick spent his summers with his family on the East coast landscaping and building decks with his dad and brother before moving out West. He is exploring California as a new home and spends his free time traveling around San Luis Obispo taking advantage of the surfing, hiking, and other outdoor activities.
Gabrielle Norton
Gabrielle grew up in Wisconsin and graduated from UW-Milwaukee with her Master Degree in Architecture. She and her partner moved to San Luis Obispo so he could begin his career as a helicopter pilot. They have been exploring the California coastline and all it has to offer. Gabrielle is very creative and enjoys doing many different types of crafts. In her free time, you can find Gabrielle exploring the local hiking trails and beaches with her partner and their dog.
Mariah Boche
Mariah, a Central Coast native, earned her Bachelor of Architecture from Cal Poly, with minors in Sustainable Design and Italian Studies. A transformative year studying abroad in Florence deepened her passion for travel and design. Before transitioning into architecture, she gained experience in interior design, which influences her work in creating cohesive, functional spaces. Outside of work, Mariah enjoys hiking, backpacking, skiing, sketching, and exploring design and architecture.
Zach Most
Zach, a Los Osos native, discovered his love for drafting in junior high. Initially pursuing mechanical engineering, his focus shifted to architecture. Zach spent 20 years as a chef, developing a passion for the culinary arts. After living in Hawaii, the Mediterranean, and other regions, he returned to the Central Coast in 2017 to follow his love for drafting. In his free time, Zach enjoys surfing, rock climbing, fly fishing, freediving, and walking his dog, Maya.
Interested in joining our team? Check out our CAREER page!