An ancient Philosopher was presented with a problem by a farmer of how to divide a piece of land equally between four sons. The land was described as having four equal sides with one quarter of it to remain for his daughter. What solution an architect's office provides is also similar. An approach to design a project as a solution. The client, the site, consultants and contractor create a project situation, which provides a framework for a design solution. The Northern California Work Studio project required a minimalist solution with very specific detail.