--- title: "Fine Line Studio — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/fine-line-studio-pfvwus-pf~1384868166 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1384868166.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Fine Line Studio" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/47038f9102afa6e8_2080-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1020 West Franklin Street, Boise, Idaho 83702, United States" latitude: 43.6322 longitude: -116.2052 phone: "(208) 409-3845" website: http://www.fine-linestudio.com rating: 5 review_count: 15 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 71 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Fine Line Studio Original Houzz profile: [Fine Line Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/fine-line-studio-pfvwus-pf~1384868166) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Boise, ID - **Serves:** Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Garden City - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (15 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2015), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves - Locally owned Fine Line Studio is a design-focused architectural practice providing full-service architecture for residential, commercial, civic, and institutional projects. Our work is grounded in craft, clarity, and constructability, balancing thoughtful design with real-world constraints of budget, schedule, and regulation. We collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and builders to deliver buildings that are both expressive and pragmatic. Our experience spans custom homes, multifamily housing, commercial and office projects, financial institutions, educational facilities, religious buildings, and infrastructure-adjacent work. This range informs a process that is adaptable, technically rigorous, and responsive to context. Based in Boise, Idaho, we work across the western United States and beyond, bringing a refined visual sensibility, disciplined documentation, and hands-on project leadership from concept through construction. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Sustainable Design - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Green Building - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Universal Design - Pool House Design & Construction - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Barn Design & Construction - Custom Home ### Areas Served - Boise - Meridian - Eagle - Garden City ### Typical Job Cost $100,000 - 5 million $100,000 - 5 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Fine Line Studio | | Address | 1020 West Franklin Street, Boise, Idaho 83702, United States | | Phone | (208) 409-3845 | | Website | http://www.fine-linestudio.com | | License Number | AR 986694 | | Followers on Houzz | 71 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Fine Line Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/fine-line-studio-pfvwus-pf~1384868166) - **Website:** http://www.fine-linestudio.com - **Phone:** (208) 409-3845 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Based in Boise, Idaho, we work across the western United States and beyond, bringing a refined visual sensibility, disciplined documentation, and hands-on project leadership from concept through construction. - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2015), for Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [NCARB](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ncarb-pfvwus-pf~1477640315) - [U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/u-s-green-building-council-usgbc-pfvwus-pf~1797160658) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 15 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — carriedalton55, June 2014** > He was dedicated to the job. Responsible in meetings and extremely patient and creative with the project, which he completed exactly as promised for the fee he agreed to. He went way above and beyond with us. Last, he has great software skills which made it perfectly fine to do this as a "distance" project. Excellent. **★★★★★ — schlapka, April 2014** > We worked with Mark on a new garage. Boise North End with all it's rules and regulations doesn't make it easy, but he helped us maximizing the usability and space adding a studio on top of the slots for our cars. We really hope the contractors can make it as good looking as Mark was drawing it. With framing done so far the building looks great and we can't wait to make full use of it. Great job! **Comment from Fine Line Studio:** > Schlapka, > > I appreciated the opportunity to work with you and your family to create a little studio in the North End. The garage will shelter your cars, and the studio will shelter your family when they are staying with you. Thank you for trusting us with your design. m\|--- **★★★★★ — tiger71, April 2014** > We engaged Mark Wagner to design a mountain contemporary home for us in the Boise Idaho foothills. Mark was conscientious, responsive, and very creative. It was important to us to incorporate the outside environment with our inside spaces and we were pleased and impressed with how readily Mark addressed our wishes. **★★★★★ — creaganfamily, April 2014** > Worked with Mark on the design of a modern, foothills design. We were thrilled with his vision, ability to adapt to our wants/budgetary needs (which necessitated many re-designs) and knowledge of how to overcome challenging building requirements. Would definitely use him again. **Comment from Fine Line Studio:** > Creaganfamily, > > It was exciting to work with both of you to design a fun, mid-century modern inspired house. Your passion for what you wanted to build was infectious. I really appreciated the opportunity to design this home. Thank you for choosing me to work with. m\|--- **★★★★★ — amwinkler, April 2014** > We hired Mark to design our 3400 SF contemporary energy efficient home on a difficult lot with numerous constraints. Because we are currently located across the country, Mark had to work with us virtually throughout the project. Mark developed elegant solutions to deal with the many constraints and the overall design is both stunning and practical. We highly recommend Fine Line Studio! **★★★★★ — pkramer02, April 2014** > We hired Mark to design our custom home after recommendations from our builder and designer. We didn't have a specific design and needed lots of guidance. Mark was creative and professional and was very patient with us through the process. He was comfortable at explaining and giving examples of what elements would or would not work together. In addition Mark intuitively added elements to our home that we were unable to express that added to the depth, beauty, and functionality of the home. We would not hesitate to recommend him no matter what style of home you are considering. Although we went in to this without a specific design, it turned out exactly how we wanted. Mark even designed an awesome treehouse for our kids! We are so happy with our home and are excited to showcase it in the 2014 spring parade of homes! > Jon & Patty **★★★★★ — stride1758, April 2014** > Mark does an excellent job. He is thoughtful and practical in his design approach. He has ensured that the overall project is in line with our goals and budget from the very start. I recommend Mark regardless of the style of home you are considering. **★★★★★ — Todd Gailey, Jan. 2014** > Mark's approach to design is professional, creative and customer service oriented. Every customer I have referred to him has been extremely pleased. I would not hesitate to refer his services again. > > Todd Gailey **★★★★★ — lmoorejr, Jan. 2014** > I hired Mark Wagner to design a timber frame activity building for our family farm. Mark did an excellent job. He was patient with my family because they had many changes to what started out an a simple floorplan and ended up a not so simple floorplan. > > > Louis Moore **★★★★★ — Troy Sylte, Dec. 2013** > I have used Mark and his services for over 15 years on at least five different projects. I think they care about their clients and the projects they work on and how their work is viewed. Some architects are just design people, Mark understands construction, and is a builders' architect. His designs remain artistic, contemporary, creative, timeless, innovative and functional. Their work is done on time, on budget, without mistakes that would cost me valuable time and money. Mark and his team figures things out the first time. For these and many other reasons I highly recommend Mark and Fine Line Studio. **★★★★★ — jansylte, Dec. 2013** > Mark Wagner was the most thorough, knowledgeable, design professional that we have ever worked with. I am retired after 31 1/2 years as a full time realtor and Mark meet all my expectations. We were building a do-it-your-self log cabin on personal acreage and had to deal with our county on many issues. Mark advised, designed, and worked with the county in our behalf. We could not have completed this project and obtain our occupancy permit without him. There are no areas in which we felt he was inadequate and would highly recommend his services to anyone in need. **★★★★★ — honkaloghomes, Dec. 2013** > We hired Mark to design a custom Honka Log Home for one of our clients. With our focus on providing the highest quality log homes available it is imperative that we start with a professional and competent architect. Mark has provide this service for our clients on multiple projects. ## Selected projects - [California Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-living-pj-vj~7753961) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 43 - Description: Home built by TKS Construction Designed in Collaboration with Tamarack Grove Engineering - [Mountain Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-cabin-pj-vj~7754434) - Location: McCall, ID - Photos: 7 - [Home in Hawai'i](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-in-hawai-i-pj-vj~7754433) - Location: Captain Cook, HI - Photos: 6 - [Modern Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farmhouse-pj-vj~7753966) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 31 - [Los Altos Renovaion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-renovaion-pj-vj~7753956) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 16 - [Courtyard Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/courtyard-residence-pj-vj~7753954) - Location: Eagle, ID - Photos: 5 - [Passive Solar Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/passive-solar-home-pj-vj~7753936) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Traditional/Contemporary Boise Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-contemporary-boise-residence-pj-vj~529592) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 26 - [Equestrian Barn and Garage Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/equestrian-barn-and-garage-remodel-pj-vj~444386) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Timber Frame Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/timber-frame-residence-pj-vj~529604) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Contemporary Hillside Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-hillside-residence-pj-vj~402495) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/fine-line-studio-pfvwus-pf~1384868166) ## Ideabooks - [H5 Ranch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/94236063/list/h5-ranch) — 40 ideas - [Winkler](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29869546/list/winkler) — 1 idea [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/finelinestudio) ## Community Q&A **Q: Art** *(in Photo Questions)* Great work with this project. Love the art! Is it an original? Would you mind sharing the source and artist's name? A: We had a local artist do it for our home. Her name is Amy Snow...amydsnow@gmail.com. Contact her directly with any questions. Regards, **Q: Where can I get the metal barn doors?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: My contractor, RCH Construction fabricated them, so they are a custom item. **Q: Can I buy the mantle somewhere or is it custom made?** *(in Photo Questions)* suggestion is really appreciated A: I custom made it. It's box-framed out of 3/4" MDF with a 2x structural sub-frame, and then I laid down a pre-finished wood veneer. Hope that helps, mark --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*