More about us…
Audrey Bauer, Owner, Principal Architect
Studio Maven is founded and led by Audrey, a Licensed Architect in California. She is an accomplished project manager and designer who has worked on many diverse projects, from retail interiors to office spaces to home renovations at both world wide firms as well as small residential offices. Originally from Chicago, she received her Master of Architecture from the Illinois Institute of Technology and her BA in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Audrey draws inspiration from the urban environment around her and commutes everywhere by bicycle. She lives with her husband, 2 daughters, and mother-in-law in San Francisco.
“I’m incredibly proud of our team and the work that we do for our amazing clients”
Sophie Ruf, Associate, Project Manager and Designer
Sophie is a crucial member of the Studio Maven Team. She joined the firm in 2018 and is on the path to becoming a licensed Architect in California. She completed her Bachelors in Architecture degree from the University of Michigan and received her Master of Architecture degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Previously, Sophie worked at a corporate workplace interior design firm, a residential architecture firm, and various installation design firms in Metro Detroit & Seattle.
Sophie found Studio Maven a few weeks before moving to the Bay Area. Everything fell perfectly into place so she could work during grad school. She has a love of Japanese architecture and enjoys computer gaming. "I have always loved making Origami; it's a very special thing for me and my Japanese family."
Sarah Bianchin, Studio Director, Office Manager
Sarah has been infusing Studio Maven with her can-do spirit since the very beginning. It started with Sarah planning Audrey’s wedding and evolved into a dynamic business partnership. As the head of business operation, her contributions have been crucial over the past 7 years.
In fact, Sarah has always been a helper-professionally and personally. Prior to Studio Maven she worked as a nanny for various families across the East and West Coast. She is a Certified Professional Governess, and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Illinois State University. Today she loves helping clients envision and actualize a more practical, personal, and beautiful place to live. She is the glue that holds Studio Maven together.
Eric Bauer, Drafter, Technical Consultant
Eric is a retired Fuels Research Technician who enjoyed a 30+ year career for a major Midwestern oil company. He picked up Revit in his spare time while helping his daughter (Audrey) as she was building Studio Maven. As our technical expert, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the firm from the many construction and home improvement projects he’s completed - everything from additions, renovations, bathrooms & furniture.
He enjoys all things mechanical and technical. He has driven semi-trucks for research, raced cars, and rode in hot air balloons and gliders. He is semi-retired and contributes to the Studio Maven team with drafting, measuring, detailing, and other special projects. He and his wife life in the East Bay and enjoy spending time with their grandchildren.