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Top-Rated Architects in Kensington - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.
Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.
4.8(
28
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would rate your engineering design experience as excellent. Your skills in creating detailed drawings, problem-solving, and delivering innovative solutions are highly impressive."
Dana Condominium
Richmond single family dwelling
Addition to the Single Family dwelling
Affordable Building for Non Profits
Historic Church of All Faiths

+35

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
C.A Landscaping
5.0(
13
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos did a fantastic job! He is very knowledgable and can do any landscaping project that you have in mind. Also, he'll give you suggestions about what he thinks might make the job look even better. I took all of his advice and the project turned out beautifully. I highly recommend him for any landscaping project."
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+84

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Whitfield Architects, Inc.
Whitfield Architects, Inc.
5.0(
7
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"David helps you understand/see the finished project and asks questions that will help the customer really understand their use of the space. He brings you into the design process with him with full transparency!"
Noe Remodel 01 Restored Entryway
Custom Mountain House 01
Contemporary Kitchen
Castle Hill limestone preserve
Dramatic section using modeling software

+47

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Mark Brand Architecture
Mark Brand Architecture
5.0(
8
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ArchitectDesigner - Building

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mark asked the right questions about our project and I knew by how he spoke to me about the project that he understood what needed to be done to get started. Mark pursued the information needed from city planning and permits to the specifications and details about our swimspa which is the focal point of our project. We've been delayed in demolition and construction because of Covid-19 but I know it will get done and be perfect because of Mark's team and their meticulous attention to detail. I can add more when our project is complete!"
Raise the Roof!
Raise the Roof!
Raise the Roof!
Raise the Roof!
Raise the Roof!

+37

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Team2 Architecture + Design
Team2 Architecture + Design
4.5(
25
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Shilpa working with her structural engineer completed all the architectural and structural plans and calculations for a 400SF single story addition, complete with drilled piers and grade beams, in just over two months for submittal to City for review. Shilpa is very easy to work with and is quite readily available to fit my work and project schedule. Shilpa is very responsive to my comments and timely completion of required documents. Cost is reasonable. City has few review comments and issued permit for construction. I would definitely retain Shilpa again when the need comes up."
Response time1 day
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for Ogle Design
Ogle Design
4.9(
8
)
Architect - For Business

Serving Kensington, 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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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