Profile

Interloop—Architecture is a Houston-based design office established in 2001 by principals Dawn Finley and Mark Wamble. The practice focuses on innovative technologies, inventive forms, functional plans, and precise finishes. Project types range from the design of custom furniture and fixtures, to private residences, to research complexes and cultural institutions. Some of Interloop—Architecture’s clients include BP, Rice University, and The Nasher Sculpture Center in Texas, the Howard Hughes Medical Institute in Washington D.C., and the Netherlands Architecture Institute in Rotterdam.

The design team at Interloop—Architecture works closely with each client. Priority is given to the development of a clear and compelling approach, addressing the distinct requirements of each project. The practice provides a full range of architectural services, and collaborates with a wide range of engineers, contractors and fabricators sourced locally and abroad.

Interloop—Architecture’s research and design work has been recognized through awards and exhibitions, attracted international attention, and has been published widely in leading industry publications including Dwell, Architectural Record, Architecture, I.D Magazine, and The Wall Street Journal.

Principals Dawn Finley and Mark Wamble

— Principals
Dawn Finley Principal Dawn Finley studied at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor (B.S. Arch) and at Rice University...
Mark Wamble Principal Mark Wamble received a Bachelor of Environmental Design from Texas A&M University and a Master of...
— Past Characters
Ana Miljacki Ana is principal of the Boston based architecture practice Project_ with partner Lee Moreau . She completed...
Andrew McFarland Andrew McFarland was a Design Consultant and Associate for the Johnson Residence Addition and Renovation. He...
Ben Thorne Ben Thorne was a project architect for Tending,(blue) and a designer for E-X-I-T. He was also involved with...
Callie Bailey Callie Bailey is currently living in Austin, Texas and is working with Rhode Partners Architects.
Emily Kirkland Emily Kirkland was a project designer with Interloop for two glorious years, working on Julia's Bistro, The...
Eric Hughes Eric Hughes received an M.Arch at Rice School of Architecture, Houston, Texas. His academic research and...
Jennifer Chen Jennifer Chen completed her thesis at Rice School of Architecture and received an M.Arch in May 2008. She...
Ken Andrews Ken is in Colorado (come back!) practicing architecture with Arch11. He teaches design studios at the...
Marissa Hebert Marissa Hebert received an M.Arch from Rice School of Architecture in 2009. Originally from Albuquerque,...
Mark Watabe Mark Watabe is a designer, programmer who will continue his studies in the SMArchS program at MIT starting...
Peter Koehler Pete currently practices in Denver, Colorado - where he enjoys the great outdoor life with Laura and Sprout....
Todd VanVarick Todd is currently practicing at Polshek Partnership Architects in New York City. He is also busy with two...
Will Garris Will Garris is currently working on a B.Arch. at Rice School of Architecture in Houston, Texas. He is...