3,326 San Anselmo, CA Architects

A well-chosen architect can design a home that is specifically tailored to your family's lifestyle. Highly competent and professionally-trained designers, many architects in San Anselmo, CA also use sustainable design principles to maximise the site and materials used, so your home uses less energy and saves you money in the long term. More

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Featured Reviews for San Anselmo, CA Architects

James Hill Architect, AIA

San Anselmo, CA Architects

10March,2013

“I have work with Jim on a few of his project as a general contractor. Jim is amazing in the way he provides thorough details and continuity of meeting notes and feedback. I would work with Jim anytime and I would recommend his service to anybody who needs a great architect.”

Harris & Kasten, Inc.

San Anselmo, CA Architects

17September,2013

“My husband and I have worked with Harris & Kasten since the late 1990s. They have done many projects for us, including our lovely home in Atherton. Our home is a combination of Italian and French design. Everything was done to a tee! We could not be more pleased with their knowledge of art, art history, history, architecture, etc. You cannot go wrong with them.”

Guy Lubroth, Architect

San Anselmo, CA Architects

29December,2014

“We engaged Architect Guy Lubroth to help us remodel our apartment in San Francisco. He was very professional and thorough in his review of what could be done architecturally. Guy was also very helpful in presenting several alternatives to us. Our remodel is now complete and it is as perfect as we could have wanted. Thanks to Guy's help the HOA approvals went thru easily and the entire experience was good. We can highly recommend Guy Lubroth to anyone considering building or remodeling. Sincerely, Noel Pinto”

Carl C. Oldenburg AIA

San Anselmo, CA Architects

29August,2016

“When we first interviewed Carl many years ago, we were impressed by his ability to problem solve with the client and create positive outcomes with problematic situations. That impression proved true in all our projects with Carl. Our first project involved turning a ranch style home into a two story home. The staircase was a bit tricky but Carl created a gorgeous staircase that really pulled the whole project together. Our second project was a rescue on Carl's part. We were planning major winterization and expansion of a summer home including all new kitchen and garage with apartment. Unfortunately, our relationship with the architect in that state deteriorated to an unacceptable level. After calling Carl for advice on dealing with this, we fired the other architect and hired Carl. He worked with the plans we had and immediately identified the problems and suggested the perfect solutions. He attended a Coastal Area Committee meeting to make sure the plans and project were accepted. Our third project was just this past year on the second home. It entailed creating a new master bath and walk-in closet by moving rooms and the addition of a screened porch. Once again, Carl listened to what we were trying to accomplish and came up with exactly what we wanted. Another aspect to Carl's work is that the builders we have used have been impressed with his plans.”

ODS Architecture

San Anselmo, CA Architects

25August,2012

“The staff at Ohashi Design Studio helped me design my kitchen/living space. I wanted to open up our galley kitchen to be able to see our incredible view from the kitchen. They came up with a design I never imagined could work so well. Rather than just remove a wall, they moved the kitchen, changed it to a more functional shape and not only opened up the view, but made the living space feel like we were outside. I have been especially impressed with their level of service. They listened to my dreams and goals and turned it into a reality beyond what I'd hoped for. They were available anytime I needed guidance during construction and made sure the project was built down to the finest details. They helped me find a contractor and oversaw the bidding process. They helped pick out all the materials and finishes, even the paint color. I can't say enough about their level of expertise and professionalism. I worked with Dave and Alan.”

spire architecture

San Anselmo, CA Architects

30November,2012

“Doron Dreksler was both the architect and general contractor for our house in Volcano, CA. He is especially gifted in designing and orienting a house that takes advantage of the best views. We were very impressed with the integrity and work ethic of his subcontractors. Both Doron and the subs were very responsive to our desires and worked very hard to finish our house on schedule. Doron is wonderful to work with. He has a positive attitude and is excited about designing and building beautiful homes.”

Daniel Ruark, Architect

San Anselmo, CA Architects

23October,2016

“Aaron Green could not have asked for a more worthy heir than Daniel Ruark, just as Frank Lloyd Wright could not have asked for a more worthy heir than Aaron Green. In 2013, I purchased a small residence on the Stanford campus designed by Aaron Green, a real gem of a house that had an outdoor tool shed in the carport area. I consulted Ruark about transforming the shed into a master bathroom that would incorporate into the main house without compromising or adding to the main plan. Ruark produced an ingenious, exquisite design, down to the last detail, and oversaw the construction, which entailed considerable challenges. The result is a stunning master bathroom that blends seamlessly into the unique architecture and color tones of the house. Daniel Ruark's professionalism, honesty, and devotion to his work are exemplary. He is a a master artist of organic architecture. Aaron Green recognized this, and the work Ruark did for me confirms it.”

Goefft Design

San Anselmo, CA Architects

9January,2015

“Our house was originally built in the early 1920's and has lots of charm and detail. A couple of years ago Cindy helped us with two bathroom remodels, which turned out beautifully. She also drew up the plans and detailed the replacement of some living room windows including our picture window, which she changed from a flat boring window to a beautiful bow window. We recently took on our biggest remodel project with Cindy, our kitchen and master bed and bath. Cindy worked with us and our lifestyle to draw up all of the plans. In her design, she moved interior walls, vaulted the ceiling in the kitchen, added skylights for natural light and kept a wonderful flow in all the rooms. She did an excellent job with all of the features and specs. Cindy guided us on the finishes, updating the house, but keeping it in synch with all of its older appeal and detail. She gave our home the kitchen and master bed and bath it deserved. We love our bedroom retreat and spa like bathroom. Our kitchen is a room that is full of natural light and a place we hardly ever want to leave. Cindy is thorough and pays attention to details. She is lovely to work with and has helped us turn our home into an inviting, warm and beautiful place.”

Kirley+ Architecture

San Anselmo, CA Architects

13October,2017

“I worked with Keith for a remodel of a TV room and two bathrooms. I was very impressed with how creative he was. Keith was able to work with me on ideas and layouts and he always worked on keeping me on budget with the choices of finishes that I wanted. Once we had the plan it was a very quick turnaround to get drawings off to the contractor. I look forward to working on a kitchen remodel with him next!”

Urrutia Design

San Anselmo, CA Architects

30November,2016

“We worked with Urrutia Design on a complete home renovation. Jason and Martha listened to our ideas and translated them into their design aesthetic. Their cohesive design runs throughout the entire house and they incorporated our family's specific needs resulting in a more usable, beautiful space. We are thrilled with our new home!”

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If your renovation is more than a simple benchtop replacement or roof re-tiling job, then it may be time to find an architect in San Anselmo, CA who can manage your project from start to finish. Depending on the architecture firm you hire, the scope can span from planning sustainable design into your renovations, to selecting furniture and even interior finishes.

How do I find the right architect for my home design project?

An architect is often the first person you hire for your project. Before taking steps to find an architect in San Anselmo, CA, ask yourself what you want to achieve from your renovation or home construction. Do you want to improve the liveability and sustainability of your home, or simply expand? What style of architecture do you prefer? Once you have established your motivation, research architects that have completed similar house designs in your San Anselmo locale and within a comparable budget to yours.

Undergoing renovations, house extensions or building a new home entirely can be stressful. For this reason, it’s important that you and your chosen architect get along and share the same values, especially if you require an architect to help you refine your brief. To establish this rapport, you may need to meet several times with the architects on your shortlist before making a final decision on who you hire. The relationship you have with your architect is very personal, and will involve discussions of your habits, hobbies and tastes, so you want to ensure you have picked someone you feel comfortable in sharing this information with.

Most importantly, you need to trust that your architect will manage your home improvement or house design within budget, while working with site constraints, and coordinating the relationships of all parties involved in the project.

Ideally, your San Anselmo, CA architect will be involved in all phases of the design process, from the initial concept to the completed construction. Your architect may be needed to select and hire California subcontractors (e.g. builders, engineers and landscape architects) just as they may need to negotiate contracts with stakeholders. A good client-architect relationship will ensure they are your biggest advocate along the way during construction.

Finally, remember that the most well-known or established architect may not provide the right architectural services for your needs. It all comes down to the individual project.

Questions to ask prospective residential architects in San Anselmo, CA:

What is your fee structure?

What does the cost include?

Do you have professional liability insurance?

What types of renderings (3-D, video, illustrative) will you produce?

What is your experience with similar projects?

When do you expect to start and be finished with the project?

What do your services include?

What happens when the cost exceeds the budget?

Would you say your work has a defining style? (The architect's personal style could interfere with your vision.)

Will you help with hiring a project manager and subcontractors?

What do you estimate the cost will be?

What will I need to provide?

Do you foresee any complications with this project?

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