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Avatar for WILLIAM FISHER ARCHITECTURE INC.
WILLIAM FISHER ARCHITECTURE INC.
5.0(
7
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business+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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Auburn Detailing and Construction Services
4.7(
32
)
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(
40
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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
8 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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Avatar for Evolution Drafting
Evolution Drafting
3.7(
124
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - 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%
72 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
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Eckhaus Designs
5.0(
2
)
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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Avatar for FLJ, Inc.
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

You can draw your own house plans using three-dimensional modeling software, but in most cases, you’ll need an architect to draw up the final plans. Architects understand local building regulations and requirements, so their plans will be necessary for getting permits approved, and they’ll also ensure your home is structurally sound. DIY house plans can be a good place to start to help visualize your project, but you should always defer to a professional before trying to proceed with the project.

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.

There are differences between universal design and ADA accommodations, but the outcomes are often similar. While universal design is a proactive process that takes a social justice approach to accessibility for all, ADA accommodations are focused specifically on accessibility for individuals living with disabilities. ADA accommodations often take the shape of wider doors and hallways, ramps, elevators, lower counters and sinks, and easy-to-grab door handles; universal design can include these plus emphasize better lighting, tractioned floors, and other building elements that allow all people to use buildings more comfortably.

A structural engineer's report provides a professional assessment of a property's structural condition. It typically includes an evaluation of the foundation, key structural elements like roof trusses, floor joists, studs, beams, and rafters. The report will also contain a detailed description of the engineer's findings, often supported by photographs, and provide recommendations to correct any identified issues. Depending on the scope of the inspection, it might also include an assessment of property drainage, potential issues from environmental conditions like extreme weather or tree placement, and an estimated time and cost for any recommended repairs.

Finding an architect for your project demands looking at the professional’s past work, speaking with prior clients to see what their experience was like, and discussing your project and vision with the expert to see what kind of input they have. Look for an architect that gets excited about your project or has experience with similar projects.

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