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Evolution Drafting

3.97(
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Evolution Drafting

3.97(
33
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Customers say: Terrific value
3196 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.

"slow response times. no onsite visit, so had to confirm all measures myself. good product in the end."

Jim E on September 2025

Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.

"slow response times. no onsite visit, so had to confirm all measures myself. good product in the end."

Jim E on September 2025


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Bay 9 Architects

5.00(
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Bay 9 Architects

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. You will find us to be competitively priced, with close attention to the details of each and every project. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references.

"He is a very pleasant person, easy to work with, very professional."

Lisa H on March 2022

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. You will find us to be competitively priced, with close attention to the details of each and every project. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references.

"He is a very pleasant person, easy to work with, very professional."

Lisa H on March 2022


Small Buildings, Inc.

5.00(
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Small Buildings, Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 years of experience

Small Buildings, Inc., has been specializing in custom residential design and small business tenant improvements for 37 years. I'm Neil Sofia, a registered Architect, the owner with 37 years involvement in the profession of Architecture and has expedited 400 permits to date.

"Neil Sofia came over to see our project and when he left we where so relieved that we hired him to help us."

Joe S on October 2009

Small Buildings, Inc., has been specializing in custom residential design and small business tenant improvements for 37 years. I'm Neil Sofia, a registered Architect, the owner with 37 years involvement in the profession of Architecture and has expedited 400 permits to date.

"Neil Sofia came over to see our project and when he left we where so relieved that we hired him to help us."

Joe S on October 2009


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DARCO, LLC

4.90(
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DARCO, LLC

4.90(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Darco Construction is a premier full-service construction company, specializing in custom home builds, remodels, and commercial projects. With a commitment to excellence, we bring your vision to life with top-tier craftsmanship, transparent budgeting, and meticulous attention to detail. From architectural design to project completion, our experienced team ensures a seamless process, delivering beautiful and functional spaces that exceed expectations.

"DARCO did a wonderful job on my kitchen/ dining space remodel. It is even more beautiful than I imagined, and everything was done with such high quality. I love sharing how beautiful it is with family, friends and neighbors!"

Judy M on November 2022

Darco Construction is a premier full-service construction company, specializing in custom home builds, remodels, and commercial projects. With a commitment to excellence, we bring your vision to life with top-tier craftsmanship, transparent budgeting, and meticulous attention to detail. From architectural design to project completion, our experienced team ensures a seamless process, delivering beautiful and functional spaces that exceed expectations.

"DARCO did a wonderful job on my kitchen/ dining space remodel. It is even more beautiful than I imagined, and everything was done with such high quality. I love sharing how beautiful it is with family, friends and neighbors!"

Judy M on November 2022


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Cardinal Custom Construction

5.00(
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Cardinal Custom Construction

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service. We strive to meet our client’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to the completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We specialize in new home construction, major remodels, as well as ADU construction. Most new homes built in less than 12 months, remodels 3-6 months, ADU is 6 weeks. Please be mindful that building in the Bay Area is expensive. Average building costs for our company START at 300 dollars a square foot for new build or remodel- PLEASE KEEP THIS IN MIND IF YOU WANT TO ENGAGE OUR COMPANY.

"We hired Dave and his crew to build our new home. Dave and his design/engineering team made some wise changes to our plan that saved time and money. His crews were able to build are home ahead of schedule, on budget, while maintaining excellent craftsmanship. Dave was super accomodating and easy to deal with on difficult decisions. I highly recommend Cardinal for your project."

Jay M on August 2020

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service. We strive to meet our client’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to the completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We specialize in new home construction, major remodels, as well as ADU construction. Most new homes built in less than 12 months, remodels 3-6 months, ADU is 6 weeks. Please be mindful that building in the Bay Area is expensive. Average building costs for our company START at 300 dollars a square foot for new build or remodel- PLEASE KEEP THIS IN MIND IF YOU WANT TO ENGAGE OUR COMPANY.

"We hired Dave and his crew to build our new home. Dave and his design/engineering team made some wise changes to our plan that saved time and money. His crews were able to build are home ahead of schedule, on budget, while maintaining excellent craftsmanship. Dave was super accomodating and easy to deal with on difficult decisions. I highly recommend Cardinal for your project."

Jay M on August 2020


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MB Custom Builders, Inc.

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MB Custom Builders, Inc.

New on AngiNew on Angi
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14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

MB Custom Builders Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

MB Custom Builders Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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Beausoleil Architects

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Beausoleil Architects

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33 years of experience

Beausoleil Architects specializes in residential projects, new homes and remodels. We work with you to design a project that integrates form, function, budget, and environmental sensitivity. We are committed to sustainable design and are certified Passive House consultants and certified Green Building Professionals.

Beausoleil Architects specializes in residential projects, new homes and remodels. We work with you to design a project that integrates form, function, budget, and environmental sensitivity. We are committed to sustainable design and are certified Passive House consultants and certified Green Building Professionals.


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Diebel and Company | Architects

4.61(
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Diebel and Company | Architects

4.61(
23
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Customers say: Quick response
35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Your home may well be the most complex, interesting, and expensive project you'll ever undertake. Architects are educated to help you define your needs, present options you may never have considered, and help you get the most for your valuable investment. There is a certain magic that can be seen and felt in homes created through the close working relationship between owner and architect. At Diebel and Company, we've been specializing in residential architecture since 1990. We listen carefully to our clients and strive to integrate your needs and dreams with your budget. We work with each of our clients to create a total home environment, both interior and exterior that is visually interesting and exciting as well as functional. We provide a range of residential architectural services to clients from complete architectural services for a new home to assistance with additions and remodels.

"I located Gary on Home Advisor and was impressed with all of the positive reviews. We scheduled a personal meeting. I found him to be attentive, thoughtful and patient in reviewing my needs on a kitchen remodel. I felt no need to interview other architects. This project has been completed, and I am so thrilled with the end result."

Patricia A on July 2020

Your home may well be the most complex, interesting, and expensive project you'll ever undertake. Architects are educated to help you define your needs, present options you may never have considered, and help you get the most for your valuable investment. There is a certain magic that can be seen and felt in homes created through the close working relationship between owner and architect. At Diebel and Company, we've been specializing in residential architecture since 1990. We listen carefully to our clients and strive to integrate your needs and dreams with your budget. We work with each of our clients to create a total home environment, both interior and exterior that is visually interesting and exciting as well as functional. We provide a range of residential architectural services to clients from complete architectural services for a new home to assistance with additions and remodels.

"I located Gary on Home Advisor and was impressed with all of the positive reviews. We scheduled a personal meeting. I found him to be attentive, thoughtful and patient in reviewing my needs on a kitchen remodel. I felt no need to interview other architects. This project has been completed, and I am so thrilled with the end result."

Patricia A on July 2020


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Team2 Architecture + Design

4.72(
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Team2 Architecture + Design

4.72(
22
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
28 years of experience

Team2 Architecture + Design is a practice established in the pursuit for excellence in design. We believe that architecture is a social art, catering to the material and spiritual needs of people, and is a reflection of the times. We believe in the unique nature of each project, regardless of the size. Design is in the details, and we passionately strive toward achieving a comprehensive response to all the projects we undertake.

"Hire this firm. Shilpa was excellent."

Caroline W on January 2022

Team2 Architecture + Design is a practice established in the pursuit for excellence in design. We believe that architecture is a social art, catering to the material and spiritual needs of people, and is a reflection of the times. We believe in the unique nature of each project, regardless of the size. Design is in the details, and we passionately strive toward achieving a comprehensive response to all the projects we undertake.

"Hire this firm. Shilpa was excellent."

Caroline W on January 2022


Morton Frank, F.A.I.A., Architect

5.00(
3
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Morton Frank, F.A.I.A., Architect

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
55 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

MORTON FRANK designs each project special for each Client, so that the Client gets exactly the home, or any other building type, that they desire. Mr. Frank's many years of experience enables him and his staff to produce work on schedule and on budget. He is always available for guidance and oversight throughout the Construction so that the work runs smoothly and the Client's interests are constantly being protected. Mr. Frank's expertise and specialties include Green Building Design, Barrier-free and Universal Design for the Disabled, Construction on Steep and/or Difficult Sites, Complex Renovations and both Passive and Active Solar Energy Design. Ordinarily, the firm does projects with construction costs of at least $150,000. Occasionally, they will do projects of a lower cost of construction if the Client still requires creativity/imagination and high quality design.

"Experienced Architect. Thoughtful and systematic approach to architectural matters and brings experience in dealing with a variety of contractors, designers and licensed engineers."

Thomas C on March 2017

MORTON FRANK designs each project special for each Client, so that the Client gets exactly the home, or any other building type, that they desire. Mr. Frank's many years of experience enables him and his staff to produce work on schedule and on budget. He is always available for guidance and oversight throughout the Construction so that the work runs smoothly and the Client's interests are constantly being protected. Mr. Frank's expertise and specialties include Green Building Design, Barrier-free and Universal Design for the Disabled, Construction on Steep and/or Difficult Sites, Complex Renovations and both Passive and Active Solar Energy Design. Ordinarily, the firm does projects with construction costs of at least $150,000. Occasionally, they will do projects of a lower cost of construction if the Client still requires creativity/imagination and high quality design.

"Experienced Architect. Thoughtful and systematic approach to architectural matters and brings experience in dealing with a variety of contractors, designers and licensed engineers."

Thomas C on March 2017

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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

To get a quote from a builder or general contractor, contact them over the phone or online and explain your project. If you already have house plans drawn up, they’ll need to review them to determine the project's scope before providing you with a quote. Ask for your quote in writing and compare quotes from several pros before choosing the best one for your needs.

The longest part of building a custom home is the design phase. It takes multiple professionals and a ton of work to bring your vision for your dream home to life while sticking to a homebuilding budget and also ensuring everything is built to code. Expect the design phase for a custom home build to take six months to a year.

The cost of a home renovation depends on its complexity and extent. A large remodeling project may top $71,000, while a smaller project may cost around $15,000. Using a home renovation cost estimator before you begin can give you an idea of what you can expect to pay to revamp your home.

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits. 

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