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Lake Design & Drafting
5.0(
4
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Serving Clayton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I would highly recommend Christopher for his drafting skills.,his 3d software is especially useful for relaying the building concepts. In todays world it is rare to get a person on the phone when needed but Christopher was always there for me to answer questions and was quick to return requests. Be sure to give him all the necessary design criteria in the beginning to smooth out the design process for him which will ultimately save you money."
Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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BlueSquare Studio
5.0(
5
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Serving Clayton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Exceptionally competent high level professional Architect and building permit facilitator. He has my highest recommendation with no reservations. Ted Vinson, Ph.D., PE"
BluePrint Plans
Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.1(
73
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Serving Clayton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"To be honest Im dealing with a complicated district and I was kind of frustrated that my project was handed off to a new person but Raegan Hammon was the most patient, kind, professional and efficient Architect I have ever had the pleasure 🙏 of doing business with. Thank you for placing my project in her very capable hands. Forever grateful Leilee Keppard [*** Link removed ***]"
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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Ruffin Architecture
5.0(
1
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Serving Clayton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very meticulous on clean-up; e-mails with updates per any schedule delays or anything that would interfered with the budget. Efficient and reliable, each and every time we've used his services."
Great Room
Danville Great Room
Original Home
Kitchen
Kitchen Island

+8

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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OFFICE TRISTAN MCGUIRE ARCHITECT
New to Angi

Serving Clayton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you\n

Response time40 mins
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Creation 7 Builders
4.5(
52
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Serving Clayton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Creation 7 did an excellent job with our kitchen remodel. We did a complete remodel of our kitchen including all new appliances, flooring, cabinets, countertops, sheetrock, lighting, painting and associated plumbing and electrical work. The Creation 7 Project Manager, Yaniv, provided a clear and thorough written proposal with a milestone payment schedule which helped us understand what their scope of work included and what was the ownerâ s responsibility (kitchen design and procurement of appliances, flooring, cabinets, countertops, tile and lighting). Yaniv was on-site several times a week to check on progress and to make sure we were satisfied with the work. Yaniv had the necessary knowledge and experience to review the construction work, provide recommendations and insure a quality product. Yaniv also provided advice on material procurement. Yaniv was easy to contact, very responsive and a pleasure to work with. The Creation 7 construction crew was experienced and did quality work (these guys were great!). The construction crew varied in size from 2 â 4 workers with a working Supervisor who was on-site every day. The project took about 10 weeks and crew worked Monday through Saturday from 8 â 5 which was fantastic. Creation 7 used a simple on-line billing system to managed progress payments and their office staff was easy to communicate and work with. I highly recommend Creation 7 for your home remodel project."
Complete master suite bathroom
Master Bathroom
walkway
New pool deck and pavers
Creation 7 team with our Very special customer

+226

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

The biggest upside to hiring an architect is that they will ensure an efficient building process without errors. They will also ensure your home is free from structural issues and that everything is up to building code. Many permitting agencies require architects to draw construction plans and layouts before working, so hiring an architect will also ensure your project is legal. Additionally, architects help homeowners have a clear idea of their project details before the project starts. Hence, they help unify all parties on a shared vision for the project.

While towers and turrets are frequently present in Queen Anne-style houses, these design elements are not necessary for a home to be considered a Queen Anne. Turrets and towers add visual interest and unique interior spaces, but many Queen Anne homes do not contain these features. 

On average, the cost to hire an architect is between $2,200 and $10,500. Hourly rates for professional architects range from $45 to $250 per hour, depending on the architect’s experience level and location.

The cost for architect services vary depending on several factors, including:

  • Location

  • Project type

  • Experience level of the architect

  • Local demand for the architect’s services

  • Overall cost of the project

Villa exterior features often include large windows, arched doorways, patios, terraces, greenery, and gardens. Common exterior colors for villas are whites and off-whites, soft browns, and clay tones. 

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.

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