Our Studio

O Z Collaborative is an architectural firm forged out of two existing firms, BWA Architecture + Planning and Olaya Studio. Headquartered in West Philadelphia, the firm is led by founding members Richard Olaya, AIA, and Morris Zimmerman, AIA, and is comprised of the combined talents of passionate, professionals from both firms. 

Building on the core values of both BWA and Olaya Studio, O Z Collaborative has a deep appreciation for contemporary architecture, historic preservation, and community building through collaboration, sustainability, and technology. 

OZ Collaborative creates beautiful spaces that reflect the best of contemporary society. We fill our designs with life, passion and excitement through the thoughtful use of light, space and materials. Our design aesthetic continues to draw inspiration from the beauty of the natural environment as well as forward-looking technologies. Our design process involves you, the client, from conceptualization through occupancy, listening and leaning about your desires, concerns, motivations and goals.

4818 Baltimore Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19143

Meet The Team