Manuel Palos, described by Preservation News as ‘one of the nation’s most adept architectural sculptors,’ works with architects, designers, general and specialty contractors, and owners to create architectural ornamentation for new and historical buildings in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. 

Trained in Italy, Manuel Palos has more than 30 years of experience in custom sculpture, restoration and conservation projects.

In 1966, Manuel Palos came from Mexico to work on the restoration of the Palace Fine Arts as a sculptor.  Since then he has done many projects for the City and County of San Francisco.  His work has included the restoration of the mythological figures at the Palace of Legion of Honor, Eagles atop the Pacific Telephone Building and a hand-carved limestone fireplace for actor Nicolas Cage and many others.