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Sentri Homes
Sentri Homes
Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.
Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

New Beginning Engineering
New Beginning Engineering
We are a full service Architectural and Structural Engineering family-owned company and believe that quality, honesty, and fair pricing are the cornerstones to a trusting working relationship between home owner and engineer. Architectural and Structural Engineering Solutions For: --ADU's --New Home Design & Construction --2nd Floor Additions --Decks and Patio Covers --Retaining Walls and Basements --Home Design on Hillsides --All residential and commercial needs for Architectural and Structural Engineering We are a Christian based engineering company and conduct our business with the utmost ethics. We operate our business on a lump price fee. With this price, you don’t end up paying for change orders or comments back from the city. Our lump sum fee includes getting you all the way to permit. We will provide you with clean, clear, and professional looking architectural and structural engineering plans and calculations for both your contractor and for submission to your city agency. We also serve many realtors as well providing structural engineering assessment for properties either during a pre-approval process or during their contingency period to ensure the home being purchased is structurally adequate with no major issues. We chose to work in this industry because we want our customers to obtain their dreams. Your home is your sanctuary. Make your home the way you want it and work with a company that values trust, integrity, and quality.
"GS ArcDesign has had the privilege of working with New Beginning Engineering for many years, successfully completing over 15 projects together, with more projects currently in progress. Throughout this collaboration, I have consistently experienced the highest level of professionalism, reliability, and technical expertise from their team. Their services—including structural design, structural calculations, energy compliance (Title-24), and MEP engineering—have been integral to both residential and commercial projects, particularly those involving legalization and permitting. Each project has been handled with thoroughness, precision, and a commitment to excellence. As an architectural firm, we rely heavily on engineering partners who are not only skilled but also dependable and trustworthy. New Beginning Engineering has consistently met and exceeded those expectations, making them one of our most valued collaborators. I hold a very positive impression of New Beginning Engineering and confidently recommend their services to anyone seeking competent, reliable, and professional engineering support."
Sisitha E on August 2025
We are a full service Architectural and Structural Engineering family-owned company and believe that quality, honesty, and fair pricing are the cornerstones to a trusting working relationship between home owner and engineer. Architectural and Structural Engineering Solutions For: --ADU's --New Home Design & Construction --2nd Floor Additions --Decks and Patio Covers --Retaining Walls and Basements --Home Design on Hillsides --All residential and commercial needs for Architectural and Structural Engineering We are a Christian based engineering company and conduct our business with the utmost ethics. We operate our business on a lump price fee. With this price, you don’t end up paying for change orders or comments back from the city. Our lump sum fee includes getting you all the way to permit. We will provide you with clean, clear, and professional looking architectural and structural engineering plans and calculations for both your contractor and for submission to your city agency. We also serve many realtors as well providing structural engineering assessment for properties either during a pre-approval process or during their contingency period to ensure the home being purchased is structurally adequate with no major issues. We chose to work in this industry because we want our customers to obtain their dreams. Your home is your sanctuary. Make your home the way you want it and work with a company that values trust, integrity, and quality.
"GS ArcDesign has had the privilege of working with New Beginning Engineering for many years, successfully completing over 15 projects together, with more projects currently in progress. Throughout this collaboration, I have consistently experienced the highest level of professionalism, reliability, and technical expertise from their team. Their services—including structural design, structural calculations, energy compliance (Title-24), and MEP engineering—have been integral to both residential and commercial projects, particularly those involving legalization and permitting. Each project has been handled with thoroughness, precision, and a commitment to excellence. As an architectural firm, we rely heavily on engineering partners who are not only skilled but also dependable and trustworthy. New Beginning Engineering has consistently met and exceeded those expectations, making them one of our most valued collaborators. I hold a very positive impression of New Beginning Engineering and confidently recommend their services to anyone seeking competent, reliable, and professional engineering support."
Sisitha E on August 2025

EZ Services
EZ Services
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

Rummy Dechner
Rummy Dechner
We are a versatile architectural team focused on functionality and cost-effective solutions. Our expertise lies in designing modern, eco-friendly living spaces, including ADUs to meet California's new laws. We also excel in creating new homes and additions, collaborating closely with structural engineers and experts. Our design philosophy emphasizes harmony with nature and sustainability, ensuring adaptable spaces. What sets us apart is our ability to work with various architectural styles, from Mediterranean to Midcentury and more. We can adapt any style to create your perfect ADU or new home. Our commitment to exceptional results ensures functional and budget-friendly solutions tailored to your style and needs. Services: Additions ADUs Makeovers Modern Custom Homes
We are a versatile architectural team focused on functionality and cost-effective solutions. Our expertise lies in designing modern, eco-friendly living spaces, including ADUs to meet California's new laws. We also excel in creating new homes and additions, collaborating closely with structural engineers and experts. Our design philosophy emphasizes harmony with nature and sustainability, ensuring adaptable spaces. What sets us apart is our ability to work with various architectural styles, from Mediterranean to Midcentury and more. We can adapt any style to create your perfect ADU or new home. Our commitment to exceptional results ensures functional and budget-friendly solutions tailored to your style and needs. Services: Additions ADUs Makeovers Modern Custom Homes

Nalu Architecture, Inc.
Nalu Architecture, Inc.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order 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.
"Chris is helpful and informative, and gets back to you when he says that he will."
Hunter L on January 2021
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order 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.
"Chris is helpful and informative, and gets back to you when he says that he will."
Hunter L on January 2021

Alcorn and Benton Architects
Alcorn and Benton Architects
Benton & Benton Architects is led by Andrew Benton, who guides his team of architects in designing numerous projects of all sizes, for residential, commercial and institutional clients. The Benton & Benton team takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service and strive to meet each client's unique needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and the highest customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients, we take great care to work and communicate consistently and professionally. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
Benton & Benton Architects is led by Andrew Benton, who guides his team of architects in designing numerous projects of all sizes, for residential, commercial and institutional clients. The Benton & Benton team takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service and strive to meet each client's unique needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and the highest customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients, we take great care to work and communicate consistently and professionally. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

W. Scott Ballard Design + Architecture, Inc.
W. Scott Ballard Design + Architecture, Inc.
Here at W. Scott Ballard Design + Architecture, Inc., we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality from beginning to end of your project shows. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day.
"Professional and friendly!"
Peter W on February 2018
Here at W. Scott Ballard Design + Architecture, Inc., we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality from beginning to end of your project shows. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day.
"Professional and friendly!"
Peter W on February 2018

Leslie Andersen Consulting
Leslie Andersen Consulting
Leslie Andersen Consulting specializes in comprehensive architectural design and permitting services for residential construction, including ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units), remodels, and home additions. With over 30 years of professional construction experience, we offer a free feasibility outline to assess your project's potential, using publicly available data to provide a picture of what's possible. Whether you're planning a budget-conscious upgrade or a major renovation, we focus on enhancing your home's livability and value. Our expertise extends to building customized teams to suit your project's specific needs, optimizing costs, and ensuring smooth project execution. We have established strong relationships with trusted builders, structural engineers, and energy consultants, and are equally comfortable working alongside your preferred professionals. As the Founder and President of Leslie Andersen Consulting, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality design and permitting solutions that turn your residential construction visions into reality.
"I really appreciate Arch. Leslie Anderson taking the time to analyze the work my internet provider was planning to do and for offering your insights—all without charging for the consult. It was very kind of you! Thankfully, a tech from the new provider came by today and confirmed that the wire can actually be installed internally, so no need to run it along the exterior walls or bury it in the stucco channel. I also understand now that nothing should be buried in the stucco channel. Thanks again for your time and expertise!"
Maritza D on February 2025
Leslie Andersen Consulting specializes in comprehensive architectural design and permitting services for residential construction, including ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units), remodels, and home additions. With over 30 years of professional construction experience, we offer a free feasibility outline to assess your project's potential, using publicly available data to provide a picture of what's possible. Whether you're planning a budget-conscious upgrade or a major renovation, we focus on enhancing your home's livability and value. Our expertise extends to building customized teams to suit your project's specific needs, optimizing costs, and ensuring smooth project execution. We have established strong relationships with trusted builders, structural engineers, and energy consultants, and are equally comfortable working alongside your preferred professionals. As the Founder and President of Leslie Andersen Consulting, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality design and permitting solutions that turn your residential construction visions into reality.
"I really appreciate Arch. Leslie Anderson taking the time to analyze the work my internet provider was planning to do and for offering your insights—all without charging for the consult. It was very kind of you! Thankfully, a tech from the new provider came by today and confirmed that the wire can actually be installed internally, so no need to run it along the exterior walls or bury it in the stucco channel. I also understand now that nothing should be buried in the stucco channel. Thanks again for your time and expertise!"
Maritza D on February 2025

DM Building Inc
DM Building Inc
We specialize in, but are not limited to: new home construction, framing, additions, bathroom remodels, kitchen remodels, outdoor living areas, home maintenance and repairs. DM building works on both residential and industrial buildings. We are fully licensed and insured like Licenced General Contractor, License No. 939850, and prepared to work on jobs of all sizes and scales. We are continually working on improving our skills by training and updating our materials and skills to provide you the customer with the highest quality products and best experience. We are available for all of your construction, remodel and repair needs.
"DM Building was great! Very professional and Danny, the owner gave a fair price for the amount of work that we needed for our bathroom. The crew did great professional work and knew what they were doing. Our bathroom turned out great and we are very happy with it. Highly recommend!"
Kevin S on March 2021
We specialize in, but are not limited to: new home construction, framing, additions, bathroom remodels, kitchen remodels, outdoor living areas, home maintenance and repairs. DM building works on both residential and industrial buildings. We are fully licensed and insured like Licenced General Contractor, License No. 939850, and prepared to work on jobs of all sizes and scales. We are continually working on improving our skills by training and updating our materials and skills to provide you the customer with the highest quality products and best experience. We are available for all of your construction, remodel and repair needs.
"DM Building was great! Very professional and Danny, the owner gave a fair price for the amount of work that we needed for our bathroom. The crew did great professional work and knew what they were doing. Our bathroom turned out great and we are very happy with it. Highly recommend!"
Kevin S on March 2021

Overton Design Studios
Overton Design Studios
We are a full service architectural design and drafting company, offering the following services: Full sets of architectural plans (New construction, additions, remodels, ADUs, As-builts) Residential and small commercial Architectural Design Custom 3D renderings (interior, exterior, pools, etc) Respond to city comments until 100% approved
"DO NOT use Stephan Overton or Overton Design Studios. SCAM. He took half payment to start our project and vanished without doing any work. He won't return calls, emails, or texts. Angie's List cannot reach him. His positive reviews have to be fake. BEWARE."
Greg W on December 2025
We are a full service architectural design and drafting company, offering the following services: Full sets of architectural plans (New construction, additions, remodels, ADUs, As-builts) Residential and small commercial Architectural Design Custom 3D renderings (interior, exterior, pools, etc) Respond to city comments until 100% approved
"DO NOT use Stephan Overton or Overton Design Studios. SCAM. He took half payment to start our project and vanished without doing any work. He won't return calls, emails, or texts. Angie's List cannot reach him. His positive reviews have to be fake. BEWARE."
Greg W on December 2025
FAQs for architectural service projects in La Jolla, CA
While you might think that architects only draw blueprints for buildings, they are much more involved in the overall construction process than you might realize. While they aren’t the ones swinging the hammers, architects do the following:
Communicate with the homeowner on the project request, including assistance when exact plans aren’t known
Develop computer-aided models and blueprints of the requested design
Ensure that the design incorporates form, function, and safety features
Provide the contractor with the agreed-upon design
Supervise the general contractor and any subcontractors throughout the project
Communicate any needed changes to the project with the homeowner and draw new plans accordingly
Before settling on and hiring an architect, it’s beneficial to you as a homeowner to ask some questions to familiarize yourself with their work. After all, you wouldn’t want to spend time and resources on a professional that doesn’t specialize in exactly what you want in a house. Some questions to ask your architect include:
How do you charge for services? Is it on an hourly basis, based on square footage, or based on project size?
How do we work together to stay on budget for this project?
Do you anticipate any future challenges with this project? How are these communicated?
What is your project management style? If you are not handling the day-to-day details, who is my point of contact?
Can I see previous similar projects that you’ve completed?
Do you have any specialty experience, like working on historic homes or using sustainable building materials?
The average cost to hire an architect for your home project ranges between $2,200 and $10,500. However, depending on location and project type, you might end up paying as little as $600 or as much as $45,000 or more. For example, the average cost of hiring an architect in North Carolina is between $1,800 and $2,000, but in California, that price tag jumps to $3,600 to $15,200.
The price you pay for your architect also depends on their experience level. For example, a principal architect, the firm's owner, typically charges $150 to $250 per hour. However, an intern architect with three to five years of experience usually only charges $45 per hour.
After you’ve spoken with your contractor and agreed on a project, they’ll draw up blueprints, or plans, that the construction crew will use. The blueprint process can take between four and six months to complete. While this can seem like a long time, remember that the architect must communicate with your municipality to determine codes, communicate with you as the homeowner with any changes or adjustments, and coordinate with the construction crew.
If you simply remodel your home or add an addition, the time to draw up the plans will be shorter since fewer permits and surveys are required. Even still, it’s best to plan for a few months for the architect to complete this part of the project.
Knowing if you need an architect for your project can be tricky, especially if you've never worked with one before. In general, small remodeling projects like replacing fixtures typically don't require the expertise of an architect. However, larger projects, like moving walls or adding an addition to your home, should include an architect to ensure the project is structurally sound.
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