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Design X Architects
5.0(
43
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building

Serving Laguna Beach, 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%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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YNG Architects, Inc.
4.4(
18
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Laguna Beach, 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
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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K & K Engineering
5.0(
13
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Designer - Building

Serving Laguna Beach, 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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jean Prescott Studio
4.7(
33
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Laguna Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jeanette is very knowledgeable, straight forward, and incredibly helpful. She helped us understand the architectural drawing/design and interior design process for our remodel. Recommend speaking with her for your project - she will walk you through what you will need and talk through realistic options."
Scavolini Kitchen
Livingroom
White and Bright Livingroom
Corona Del Mar
Corona Del Mar

+47

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drafting Design Services
4.8(
18
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Laguna Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"If you?re here looking for an architect, look no further. Francisco is the man for the job. He helped us with a garage to ADU conversion. Francisco kept us informed and communicated with us throughout the entire project. He was very professional, helpful and patient. We had tons of questions and he had the answers. He is very efficient and great at his job. We would hire him again with no hesitation. Thank you Francisco for making for making this process a breeze!"
Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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CAZ Designs
4.6(
23
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Designer - Building

Serving Laguna Beach, 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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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Laguna Beach, 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 time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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HQ Remodeling & Design
5.0(
12
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Architect

Serving Laguna Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired HQ Remodeling & Design to remodel our kitchen and living room, and we?re very happy with how everything turned out. The project included removing walls to open up the space, adding a large kitchen island, new flooring, and building a custom entertainment area around the TV. Rapha managed the project and was great to work with. He kept us updated, stayed on top of everything, and was always easy to reach when we had questions. The hardest part was dealing with the city and inspections. There was a lot of back and forth and some unexpected requirements, but HQ handled everything directly with the city and made sure it was done properly without putting that stress on us. The finished space looks amazing. The open layout completely changed our home, and we love the kitchen island and custom TV area. We would definitely recommend HQ Remodeling & Design."
Front and backyard remodeling with new spa, BBQ, patio cover, fire pit
Front yard remodeling
After
After
Full backyard project + spa

+234

Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

There are differences between universal design and ADA accommodations, but the outcomes are often similar. While universal design is a proactive process that takes a social justice approach to accessibility for all, ADA accommodations are focused specifically on accessibility for individuals living with disabilities. ADA accommodations often take the shape of wider doors and hallways, ramps, elevators, lower counters and sinks, and easy-to-grab door handles; universal design can include these plus emphasize better lighting, tractioned floors, and other building elements that allow all people to use buildings more comfortably.

Universal design is a design concept that states that products, spaces, and general environments are designed to be used by everyone, with an emphasis on accessibility for those with limited mobility or other special needs.

An architect is usually involved in the process of determining the layout and structural features and requirements of the home itself, taking into account the local codes, climate, and materials needed to make the home structurally sound. Architects may communicate more with contractors and subcontractors throughout the building process. In comparison to architects, interior designers typically focus on the aesthetics of a home interior and possibly exterior, helping the homeowner decide on color schemes, textures, and materials to incorporate into the design. 

Drawing your own floor plans is acceptable for many kinds of projects, including interior design and room layout. You can use floor plan software to create the plans but keep in mind that the floor plan will only be as accurate as the measurements you take and enter into the software.

Most Greek Revival architecture homes are one and a half to two stories, depending on the footprint, which sets them apart from some Federal architecture homes that are three stories. The gabled roof on the second floor can sometimes cut into the living space, especially on smaller homes of this style, which leaves a much smaller living area upstairs.

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