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Avatar for WILLIAM FISHER ARCHITECTURE INC.
WILLIAM FISHER ARCHITECTURE INC.
5.0(
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Designer - Building

Serving Carmel, 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
Avatar for Nick Hovick - Hovick Design and Construction
Nick Hovick - Hovick Design and Construction
4.4(
25
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - BuildingDesigner - Kitchen+1 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Going through a whole house renovation was not an easy journey, but Nick closely collaborated with us and helped us realize a vision. Nick did not only bring to the table his general contractor experience but his knowledge and skills in space planning, interior and structural designs were equally important. The sub-contractors he hired were experts in their craft and did a wonderful job. The end result is a home that is not only comfortable and beautiful but also reflects our lifestyle and personality. Thank you, Nick, and the crew."
A Place to Rest
 "The Painted Lady" - Queen Anne Victorian
 In the Beginning
 Another view
 Original Entry

+92

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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J Hanna Engineering, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Designer - Building

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed an inspection of our foundation to make sure cracks that we were seeing weren't an issue. John was reliable and his report gave us clear explanations and actionable items."
Custom Residence
Retaining walls
Foundation Design
Mixed Use Building
Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Hogan Land Services, Inc.
Hogan Land Services, Inc.
4.0(
38
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Designer - Building

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My back neighbor had put numerous fences on my back boundary line. I asked Hogan Land Services to re establish the back boundary line. They said they could show the relationship of my neighbors fences to the re established boundary line. They successfully did that."
High above the clouds
Costal work
Septic system
Soil evaluation
Hogan Projects

+6

Response time4 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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The Carmel Guild
3.8(
27
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - Kitchen

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim Johnston and his fantastic team of real pros worked hard and transformed an aging dark cramped bathroom space into an absolutely beautiful modern miracle. We hired Jim's wife Day as a designer and her ideas and creativity created the magic. We had a great experience with back and forth communication throughout the process. Each of the subcontractors were master craftsmen. They all took great pride in their work and genuinely wanted us to be happy. We could not be happier with the finished product, and cannot recommend them highly enough."
Hatton Abbey Project by The Carmel Guild
Hatton Abbey...!
Krasner Hall Bathroom by The Carmel Guild
Dillon Project
Parker Project

+119

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
4.3(
6
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Designer - Building

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Residential Design questions, answered by experts

Regular meetings, reviewing drafts, and providing input on materials help align the project with your vision.

For a garage to be included in a home's official square footage, it must qualify as livable space. This generally means it needs to be attached to the home and have permanent finishings like proper insulation, finished walls and ceilings, and adequate ventilation. To be considered livable year-round, it should also have heating and cooling. The specific legal requirements can vary by location, but if a garage is converted into a finished room meeting these criteria, it may be counted toward the total square footage.

Envision the type of bar experience you'd like to create for your guests. For example:

  • Does your basement have enough finished space for bar stools or seating?

  • What type of additional lighting would set the tone for the room?

  • Are there basement windows or an HVAC system?

  • Do you need new plumbing in your basement for a proper wet bar?

  • Could you be happy with a built-in wall cabinet bar rather than a full-scale wet bar?

Open floor plans can come with drawbacks—mainly the lack of privacy and noise dampening. Walls act as an important barrier for traveling sounds, meaning in an open floor plan you could hear your dishwasher running while sitting in your living room. Storage limitations and separation of activities (for example, keeping the kid’s playroom away from the dining room) are other reasons some homeowners are opting out of an open floor plan.

While finding a local interior designer whose portfolio you like and whose fees match your budget is important, they should always have appropriate qualifications. Some states require interior designers to be licensed, and most will have a degree in interior design and certification through the National Council for Interior Design Qualifications (NCIDQ). You can also consult our directory of interior designers to get started.

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