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Design X Architects
5.0(
43
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Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Jonathan and Design X Architects provided excellent service for our modest residential project. While small, our project brought with it certain complexities which were addressed skillfully and professionally. A major objective of the assignment was to clear City Plan Check with few corrections. The plans submitted accomplished that intent, as no plan check corrections were imposed and the plans were approved based on the initial submittal. Jonathan was clear in his communication and delivered exactly what he said he would do â always on or ahead of schedule. Speaking as an Architect myself, I would entrust a project of any size to this firm."
Pool View
Front Entry
Guest House View
Dining Area
Lobby

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate92%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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YNG Architects, Inc.
4.4(
18
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Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Yenny has been wonderful to work with. We were very nervous adding on an addition and remodel to our home and he has been extremely helpful and patient with us. He is always available to answer our questions and we have made a lot of changes throughout the process. It has been a pleasure working with him and we are very happy we chose him as our architect."
Floor Plan
Floor Plan
Williams Residence Remodel - Living Room
Exterior View Between Units
Sectional Elevation

+144

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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K & K Engineering
5.0(
13
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Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Kyle as my structural engineer for my ADU. Long story short, my original architect ghosted me, and left an incomplete plan and about two months before application expires. I had to change my design a bit and Kyle was so kind. He helped me finished my revision over a weekend even though he had a lot of work at hand after he leaned my situation. And the city revision only cost him a day. With his help I was able to pull my permit two days before the deadline! Excellent work Kyle! Much appreciated!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jean Prescott Studio
4.7(
33
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Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Entire interior house remodel was done. Excellent company to hire and follow through with every little detail of your house. Add a price that fits your budget. Friendly and congenial people to work with."
Scavolini Kitchen
Livingroom
White and Bright Livingroom
Corona Del Mar
Corona Del Mar

+47

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CAZ Designs
4.6(
23
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Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Carolyn was a wonderful experience. She is very helpful, efficient and certainly knows about all aspects of the design business. Our project was finished on time and within budget. It was a pleasure working with her and I would be happy to recommend her to my friends, family and clients!"
Kitchen Remodel
Santiago Remodel
Santiago remodel
Santiago Remodel
Santiago Remodel

+14

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Del Mar Landscaping
4.6(
323
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Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did an excellent job. I talked to the owner, Conrad, through the whole process and he gave some beautiful suggestions. I would highly recommend them and I will definitely be hiring them again to do more work for me."
Fire pit patio
BBQ
Pavers, BBQ
Modpool, artificial turf, concrete, outdoor patio
BBQ island

+106

Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Drafting Design Services
4.8(
17
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Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"He is very professional and courteous. He listens well and aims to please. I enjoyed working with Francisco, an over achiever and quite knowledgeable. Best decision I made was hiring Francisco, he got the job done....very satisfied customer."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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CODAspaces
5.0(
6
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Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeromes extensive experience with business TI projects made him the perfect choice for our needs. Hiring him was one of the best decisions we could have made. His exceptional skill, combined with his genuine kindness and honesty, truly set him apart. Culver City presents its fair share of challenges, particularly with the citys responsiveness, but Jerome and his team went above and beyond. They consistently communicated with the city on our behalf, advocating tirelessly to expedite the permit process and relieve so much of the stress on our end. Jerome dedication and professionalism are unmatched, and his commitment to his clients is evident in every step of the process. If you are looking for an architect with top-tier expertise who truly cares about his clients success, look no further. Jerome is simply the best!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Viveros landscaping
4.4(
28
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Serving Costa Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They provided excellent service and was very professional and quick. I am so pleased with the outcome. My yard is beautiful. All the neighbors are envious. They came back with a quote that be out all the other landscapers and were very nice to work with. Five stars across the board."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Beforw

+131

Response time1 day
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

While many different factors determine whether a house is classified as a villa, many villas are detached homes with a European design influence, often with an emphasis on luxury and comfort. Modern villas often feature outdoor spaces such as terraces, gardens, or patios.

Federal architecture is most common in urban areas throughout the New England states, including the older parts of New York, Pennsylvania (namely, Boston and Philadelphia), Maryland, Massachusetts, and Virginia. The style also dominated in parts of Georgia in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, so many historical homes in the area embody this home design. Salem, MA, has two historic districts that predominantly feature this architectural style: Chestnut Street District and the Salem Maritime National Historic Site.

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.

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.

You should have an architect involved in your project from the very beginning. They’ll be able to direct your vision into workable plans, and they can advise you on potential problems right from the start. You may be able to save money by not using an architect, but larger projects will go much more smoothly with an experienced pro directing the process.

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