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Avatar for WILLIAM FISHER ARCHITECTURE INC.
WILLIAM FISHER ARCHITECTURE INC.
5.0(
7
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Designer - BuildingDraftsperson/CADDArchitect+1 more

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Outstanding, custom service! Bill Fisher is quite simply the best architect in Santa Cruz...not only for my house, but he designed the large residential building on North Pacific and River. Fast, expert, and affordable... Bill will help you navigate the code maze in Santa Cruz and get your plans approved and built. Definitely will use/recommend him again and again."
Beach Home Remodel
Kitchen and Living Room Remodel
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+12

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Auburn Detailing and Construction Services
4.7(
32
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich knows his business. He's thorough, very reasonable in pricing, and follows up until the job is complete. He's easy to work with, and responds instantly to questions. If you need building plans for permits or design, Rich will get it done."
Lay-out,Installation
Frame work
Access Stair, 1 of 2
How we found them, 1 of 6
2 of 6

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Silverstone Landscaping & Tree Service
4.8(
39
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Good company to work with. Responsible and well organized. They did an excellent job to build a retaining wall."
Landscaping - improvements
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+154

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Avatar for J Hanna Engineering, Inc.
J Hanna Engineering, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Designer - Building

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Punctual, knowledgeable, willing, personable, prepared. thank you for your help in determining structural integrity in my home."
Custom Residence
Retaining walls
Foundation Design
Mixed Use Building
Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.6(
118
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hogan Land Services, Inc.
4.0(
38
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Draftsperson/CADDDesigner - Building

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a great job. Very thorough. Reasonable cost. Stayed within the estimate."
High above the clouds
Costal work
Septic system
Soil evaluation
Hogan Projects

+6

Response time4 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Eckhaus Designs
5.0(
2
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your Home Design needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paul Byrne Architect LEED AP
4.8(
2
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Architect

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul Byrne is very available to discuss changes or other concerns. I found this very helpful as my project was a bit complicated. Also he was able to incorporate the unique needs of our family into the project. I highly recommend him."
Overall View
View of the View
View from the lower entry
Upper Entrance
Long View

+4

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FLJ, Inc.
5.0(
5
)
Designer - Building

Serving Carmel Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I have had many contractor and I have found Frank, carrying concerning, knowledgeable, and concerned in his clients. And very professional."
Response time3 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Blueprints are generally available for houses built after the early 1900s. Before then, detailed building schematics like blueprints were rarely used and even more rarely saved. If you have an older house and need blueprints, you can have a new set drawn up by an architect or draftsperson.

Most Greek Revival architecture homes are one and a half to two stories, depending on the footprint, which sets them apart from some Federal architecture homes that are three stories. The gabled roof on the second floor can sometimes cut into the living space, especially on smaller homes of this style, which leaves a much smaller living area upstairs.

You have three options in terms of professionals who can draw up blueprints: a draftsperson, an architect, or a structural engineer. A draftsperson can sometimes draw up plans for new construction, but they more often work from approved plans for alterations or to provide 3D drawings. Architects are usually the best option for standard residential construction projects. Structural engineers might be necessary for custom home builds or for alterations that could affect your home’s structural integrity. Draftsmen cost the least of the three, followed by architects and then structural engineers.

The cost to draw house plans typically ranges from $800 to $2,700, with standard blueprints averaging around $1,800. For a custom home, the cost is higher, with blueprints often falling between $5,000 and $20,000, and potentially more for very complex designs. Several factors influence the total price, including the project's size, the number of rooms, the type of drawings required, and the architect's experience level. You may also need to pay a structural engineer to ensure building safety, particularly for custom homes.

Federal and Colonial architecture are similar in that they both appear mostly utilitarian and symmetrical, but Federal architecture is a bit more ornate. Federal design often includes decorative palladium windows, window lintels, and, sometimes, columns surrounding a more decorative portico. Inside, Federal architecture is set apart by its centrally-located oval room. Additionally, Federal homes tend to have brick facades, whereas Colonial homes more often have wood siding.

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