WE ARE ROCCI ARCHITECTURE

Our Santa Barbara–based architecture firm is grounded in clarity, restraint, and enduring design. Our expertise brings together architecture and landscape to create spaces that feel cohesive, intentional, and built to last.

Each project is shaped by context, function, and long-term livability. With a focus on quality and precision, we create architecture that feels considered and enduring.

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APPROACH

We approach architecture as a process of bringing clarity to complexity. Each project is shaped through a careful balance of design, function, and buildability—ensuring that ideas translate seamlessly into the built environment.

Our work considers the full scope of a project, from spatial planning to material decisions, resulting in spaces that are both practical and refined. Every element is intentional, contributing to a cohesive whole that feels resolved.

The result is architecture that is clear in its purpose, thoughtful in its execution, and built to stand the test of time.

SERVICE AREAS

California

  • Santa Barbara

  • Goleta

  • Montecito

  • Carpinteria

  • Summerland

  • Ojai

  • Ventura

  • Camarillo

  • Thousand Oaks

  • Santa Ynez Valley

  • Buellton

  • San Luis Obispo

Arizona

  • Scottsdale

  • Phoenix

OUR SERVICES

  • Architectural Design

  • Planning and Permitting

  • Interior Architecture and Design

  • Landscape Design

Our Team

JERRY ROCCI

Principal Architect & Design Lead, 
Co-Owner

A California native, Jerry Rocci is a licensed architect who earned his Bachelor of Architecture degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, in 2002. He gained valuable experience working with several respected architecture firms in San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, Washington, D.C., and Santa Barbara before establishing Rocci Design in 2017, now operating as Rocci Architecture.

Jerry enjoys collaborating with clients from all walks of life, transforming their ideas into thoughtfully crafted architectural designs. He believes every client brings a unique vision, set of priorities, and project goals that deserve careful listening, thoughtful communication, and close attention to detail. Drawing on the knowledge and experience gained throughout his career, Jerry approaches each project with flexibility, creativity, and a responsive design process tailored to the individual needs of every client. Whether designing a custom residence, renovating an existing home, or developing a commercial project, he is committed to creating architecture that is both functional and enduring while guiding clients through every stage of the process with care and professionalism.

In addition to his work in private practice, Jerry has been actively involved in the Santa Barbara community through architectural design review. He previously served on the Summerland Board of Architectural Review and currently serves as a commissioner on the South County Board of Architectural Review, where he helps uphold the architectural character and design quality of the region.

Jerry and his wife, Lisa, have been married for over 25 years and are raising four adventurous boys. Whether he’s designing homes, hiking a mountain trail, casting a fishing line, or cooking for family and friends, Jerry enjoys creating spaces and experiences that bring people together.

LISA ROCCI

Principal Landscape Designer, 
Co-owner

Lisa Rocci, raised in the Santa Barbara area, brings a unique blend of design education, organizational leadership, and local knowledge to the firm. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Horticultural Science from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, followed by a Master of Landscape Architecture from Virginia Tech. 

Since that time, Lisa has experience working in landscape design ranging from civic projects in Washington DC to large, custom residential estate landscapes in Santa Barbara.

Currently, Lisa oversees the firm’s day-to-day operations, helping ensure projects and business functions run smoothly. Her education in landscape architecture provides a valuable perspective that complements the firm’s collaborative approach to design.

AUSTIN HUNT

Residential Project Manager

Austin earned his Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the University of Arizona, where he also completed a semester abroad studying architecture and gastronomy in Orvieto, Italy. He has been with Rocci Architecture for more than five years, gaining extensive experience in residential design and project management.

Austin brings a creative perspective to his work through his background in photography, photojournalism, and travel, all of which continue to inspire his passion for architectural rendering and design. His ability to capture composition, light, and atmosphere enhances the visual storytelling of each project and contributes to the thoughtful, client-focused approach of the firm.

Originally from Ventura, California, Austin now resides in Scottsdale, Arizona, where his presence has helped Rocci Architecture expand into the Southwest region. Outside of architecture, he enjoys photography, snowboarding, cooking, and traveling, pursuits that further inform his appreciation for design, culture, and the built environment.

MIGUEL SARABIA

Commercial Project Manager

Miguel Sarabia is the Commercial Project Manager at Rocci Architecture, bringing experience across a diverse range of custom residential and commercial projects throughout California's Central Coast and other regions of the United States.

Before completing his degree in 2022 from the University of Idaho, Miguel worked on projects around the Pacific Northwest. After graduation, he and his wife moved to Santa Barbara to plant their roots. They welcomed their first child in 2025. The Sarabia family loves to explore new areas where Miguel takes inspiration from the unique character and architectural styles of the built environment.

His favorite types of projects are those that focus on the smallest details to make the most significant impact. In his design approach, he begins with function to ensure the use and enjoyment of the spaces are of equal importance to the beauty of the final design.

He has received the NW+P AIA Citation Award for his design of the Apsaalooke Community Center which embodies the character of the people with a space that can be home to their traditions and celebrations.

Miguel is fluent in both English and Spanish, welcoming the opportunity for Rocci Architecture to make any client’s vision a reality.

Kathy West

Office Manager, Billing

A Santa Barbara native, Kathy West brings decades of experience in bookkeeping and purchasing across the construction, high-tech manufacturing, interior design, landscape contracting, and architecture industries. Her diverse background provides a strong foundation for managing the firm’s financial operations with accuracy and attention to detail.

Outside of work, Kathy enjoys music, sewing, gardening, and traveling with family and friends.