case study 1
Trilogy Vineyards, Brentwood, CA
Xsense joined Trilogy Vineyards to uncover the true story of the land and help translate its historic roots into a meaningful modern community. Drawing from the legacy of John Marsh, the Miwok, and the welcoming spirit of the original ranch, Xsense provided rich material that helped shape the project across planning, naming, venues, sales, and hospitality.
The result was a place with authentic local meaning rather than borrowed style. Research findings gave the broader team a shared story they could express through everything from street names and spa concepts to the sales experience and community gathering spaces.
Highlights:
- authentic cultural research before design decisions were finalized
- shared story applied across multiple disciplines
- historic roots carried into venues, naming, and hospitality
- stronger differentiation through real local meaning, not decorative theme
case study 2
Presidio Landmark
Xsense joined Presidio Landmark after architectural plans were already in progress, when the developers recognized untapped historic resources and wanted a deeper connection to them. Xsense uncovered the site’s layered legacy of hospitality, healing, and beauty and translated that story into opportunities for marketing, operations, and resident experience.
The result was a project identity rooted in the living legacy of the Presidio rather than surface-level historic styling. Research findings were shared in a guidebook for everyone involved, helping connect the future development to authentic local meaning.
Highlights:
- authentic cultural research applied even after design was under way
- shared guidebook for the broader team
- connection to health, wellness, and nature carried into the resident experience
- stronger authenticity through real historic roots, not decorative theme
