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Tom Smith Architecture
5.0(
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Serving Buellton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have used Tom Smith services directly twice, and indirectly a third time. It was his design that led to buying our home in Montecito. He subsequently designed a beautiful wine room which has given us and our friends & family many wonderful memories. We are currently working with Tom on a kitchen redesign and highly recommend him. John & Susan"
Tom's Portfolio
Work
Work
Work
Work

+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.1(
73
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Serving Buellton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent Experience – Highly Recommend company. I had a great experience working with this drafting company. The team was professional, responsive, and easy to work with. A special shoutout to Collin Kelsch and Rosa Chatwin for their outstanding cooperation and attention to detail throughout the project."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pasquini Engineering, Inc.
2.7(
26
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Serving Buellton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Marc and Melissa called me after hours to discuss my Structural Engineering questions. Marc was very informative and professional. Marc shared a number of ideas that have helped to shape the project. I would highly recommend Pasquini Engineering."
Custom home
Main entry
Custom home
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Brian B Miller Designs - Unlicensed Contractor
5.0(
2
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Serving Buellton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Brain not only did the working drawings for our remodel, he also was directly involved as the project was built, checking in with contractor and subs to be sure things were progressing in a timely fashion and being built to the specifications. He was also very helpful getting the plans through the city permitting process."
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Richard Cuen Design & Planning
0.5(
1
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Serving Buellton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

The creative process is what has driven me with my career since my early years as an architectural student.\n\nI have close relationships with my clients are a priority. I work closely with my clients through every stage of the project. I have designed a wide variety of projects, involving both new construction and unusual renovation and reconstruction of existing structures. My work has included office buildings, industrial buildings, retail centers, University faculty housing, multi-family residential and private residences including homes for several celebrities and other note-worthy individuals. Through years of experience, he has developed an architectural language that reflects an understanding and exploration of a buildings impact on its environment. Architects and buildings are not isolated from the world, and I acknowledges the contributing factors of context, site, client and program, design and detail in every aspect of the work.\n

Marcus Allen Residence
24th Street Residence
24th Street Residence
24th Street Residence
24th Street Residence

+34

Nathan Simpson Architect, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Serving Buellton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Here at Nathan Simpson Architect Inc , we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Armantrout Architects
New to Angi

Serving Buellton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We at Armantrout Architects realize that a successful building project must be tailored to each client's needs and goals which results in unique challenges. \nSince 1964, the firm has designed numerous projects of a wide variety which are characterized by their contextual sensitivity and their ability to re-interpret and transcend the commonplace. A number of them have been recognized through publication and receipt of design awards.\nGive us a call today and let us design your next project.\n

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FAQs for architectural service projects in Buellton, CA

While you might think that architects only draw blueprints for buildings, they are much more involved in the overall construction process than you might realize. While they aren’t the ones swinging the hammers, architects do the following: 

  • Communicate with the homeowner on the project request, including assistance when exact plans aren’t known

  • Develop computer-aided models and blueprints of the requested design

  • Ensure that the design incorporates form, function, and safety features

  • Provide the contractor with the agreed-upon design

  • Supervise the general contractor and any subcontractors throughout the project

  • Communicate any needed changes to the project with the homeowner and draw new plans accordingly

Before settling on and hiring an architect, it’s beneficial to you as a homeowner to ask some questions to familiarize yourself with their work. After all, you wouldn’t want to spend time and resources on a professional that doesn’t specialize in exactly what you want in a house. Some questions to ask your architect include: 

  • How do you charge for services? Is it on an hourly basis, based on square footage, or based on project size?

  • How do we work together to stay on budget for this project?

  • Do you anticipate any future challenges with this project? How are these communicated?

  • What is your project management style? If you are not handling the day-to-day details, who is my point of contact? 

  • Can I see previous similar projects that you’ve completed?

  • Do you have any specialty experience, like working on historic homes or using sustainable building materials?

The average cost to hire an architect for your home project ranges between $2,200 and $10,500. However, depending on location and project type, you might end up paying as little as $600 or as much as $45,000 or more. For example, the average cost of hiring an architect in North Carolina is between $1,800 and $2,000, but in California, that price tag jumps to $3,600 to $15,200

The price you pay for your architect also depends on their experience level. For example, a principal architect, the firm's owner, typically charges $150 to $250 per hour. However, an intern architect with three to five years of experience usually only charges $45 per hour. 

After you’ve spoken with your contractor and agreed on a project, they’ll draw up blueprints, or plans, that the construction crew will use. The blueprint process can take between four and six months to complete. While this can seem like a long time, remember that the architect must communicate with your municipality to determine codes, communicate with you as the homeowner with any changes or adjustments, and coordinate with the construction crew. 

If you simply remodel your home or add an addition, the time to draw up the plans will be shorter since fewer permits and surveys are required. Even still, it’s best to plan for a few months for the architect to complete this part of the project.

Knowing if you need an architect for your project can be tricky, especially if you've never worked with one before. In general, small remodeling projects like replacing fixtures typically don't require the expertise of an architect. However, larger projects, like moving walls or adding an addition to your home, should include an architect to ensure the project is structurally sound.

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