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Last update on September 23, 2022

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Auburn Detailing and Construction Services
4.7(
32
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Half Moon Bay, 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%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Whitfield Architects, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Architect - For BusinessArchitect

Serving Half Moon Bay, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Great collaborator and really listens to clients. Worked with a level of urgency I haven't seen form other people I've worked with."
Noe Remodel 01 Restored Entryway
Custom Mountain House 01
Contemporary Kitchen
Castle Hill limestone preserve
Dramatic section using modeling software

+47

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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AxisTerra Design Studio
5.0(
6
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Half Moon Bay, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"AxisTerra team has been a great parter as my head architect for all my projects, they are very professional, responsive and budget friendly"
Single-Family Home Kitchen Rendering
Single-Family Home Front Elevation
Single-Family Home Front Elevation
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Ogle Design
4.9(
8
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Architect - For Business

Serving Half Moon Bay, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was such a great experience working with Will and his team at Ogle Designs. They helped us design a blueprint for creating additions to our house including designs for the inside and patio/landscape design We so impressed with Ogle Design's high level of professionalism, expertise and overall delivery of our project. They completed everything on time and within budget! Thanks for your excellent service."
Modern Deck
Modern Deck 2
Exterior Contemporary
Kitchen Island
Living Room

+14

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basave LANDSCAPING
5.0(
9
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Half Moon Bay, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great owner and crew. Did excellent work at a fair price and left my place spotless. Very happy with the work"
Landscaping Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+30

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Designer - Building

Serving Half Moon Bay, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired McCormick Home Builders to remodel our living room, and we are beyond pleased with the result. The team was professional, worked efficiently, and Aris design ideas made a huge difference. The room feels so much brighter and more spacious. This was the best decision we made for our home, and we were already planning our next remodel with them."
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+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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Morton Frank, F.A.I.A., Architect
5.0(
4
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Half Moon Bay, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mort is fantastic. Very personable, experienced, and insightful. We ended up going with a different architect for other reasons, but I would certainly trust him to create a fantastic design. Mort met with us and listened closely to our project aspirations and motivation. He was very practical and honest, as well as creative in helping us think through what was possible."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+3

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
124
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Half Moon Bay, 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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P A Remodeling/Sami & Sons, Inc.
4.3(
25
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Designer - Building

Serving Half Moon Bay, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Honest people and easy to work with. Sami & Sons went out of their way to help build my dream home!"
A Thanksgiving Miracle
A Thanksgiving Miracle
A Thanksgiving Miracle
A Thanksgiving Miracle
A Thanksgiving Miracle

+203

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Arched windows used to be most prevalent in more traditional home styles, like Spanish colonial and Gothic, but they are becoming increasingly popular in modern design. You’ll often find arched windows in new home builds across many styles, including farmhouse and contemporary architecture. This represents a more general trend toward more unique houses with interesting features.

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.

Greek Revival and Federal architecture are quite similar in that they focus on symmetry and a blend of utilitarianism and opulence, but they differ in a few key areas. First, Federal architecture tends to include a brick facade, whereas Greek Revival homes more often have stucco siding, much like you’d find in Mediterranean houses. Greek Revival homes also tend to be a bit more ornate, with columns as decor, and more decorative and formal porticos.

The most common scale for residential blueprints is 1/4 of an inch equals one foot. This scale is the most popular because it’s easier for everyone involved, from professionals to homeowners, to understand the building’s actual dimensions. Also, it allows blueprints to have the necessary details without cluttering the page.

Some homes, like those with flat roofs, may not have eaves at all. Some contemporary-style homes also lack eaves, although many may have abbreviated eaves to divert water and protect the walls and foundation. Homes without eaves often have specific types of gutters affixed directly to the edge of the roof to provide adequate drainage.

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