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Avatar for Lawrence Thompson Architects, Inc.
Lawrence Thompson Architects, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Larry did a series of modifications for me turning my home into a luxury speculation home. Hes very artistic and is just excellent at what he does. He really cares about his work and how it turns out."
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Riviera Residence, Santa Barbara, CA.
Riviera Residence, Santa Barbara, CA.

+34

Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Cornejo LANSCAPING
5.0(
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Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Cristian and his team did an amazing job. They were fast, kept to their schedule and clean up when they were finished. As we walk around our neighborhood and see others with pavers and artificial grass, Cristian’s team has probably done one of the best work in the neighborhood. On top of that, Cristian honored his pricing and kept to his estimate. We would definitely hire again."
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Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project

+99

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Essential Living Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excelente trabajo instalando el drywall en mi garaje. Fue muy profesional, puntual y detallista en todo momento. El acabado quedó perfecto y limpio. Sin duda lo recomiendo a cualquiera que necesite un trabajo de calidad. ¡Muchas gracias a Oscar de Essential Living Construction por un excelente servicio!"
New ADU
New ADU
New ADU
New ADU
New ADU

+36

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Viveros landscaping
4.4(
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Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They provided excellent service and was very professional and quick. I am so pleased with the outcome. My yard is beautiful. All the neighbors are envious. They came back with a quote that be out all the other landscapers and were very nice to work with. Five stars across the board."
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+131

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel with McCormick Home Builders went beyond our expectations. Leoni and her team took the time to understand exactly what we wanted. The open layout design changed the way we use the space, and it’s been perfect for family gatherings. They were prompt, courteous, and genuinely invested in making sure we were happy. Really impressed!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by21%of homeowners
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Forever Green Landscape Construction
5.0(
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Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"Smooth and efficient work! Communication was clear. Whole project took less than 3 months even with rain delays! My vision came to life just as I wanted! I’m very happy and impressed with the work and have already got so many compliments from my neighbors!"
Back yard renovation
Back yard renovation
Retaining walls with stepts
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Back yard renovation

+15

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Designs typically take 2-6 months, depending on factoring, project size, and customization needs. Larger or more complex designs may require additional time for approval and revisions.

Cathedral ceilings make a statement in your home, but at the cost of your attic space. Normal attics are wide open, which allows warm air to move around and exit your home. Because of this, cathedral ceilings make your home less energy efficient and put your ceiling at risk of venting issues if you’re not careful. They also reduce your attic storage space, potentially cause an echo, and even make it harder to change a light bulb.

With proper training and experience, reading blueprints is fairly straightforward and not very difficult. If you don’t have the necessary knowledge to interpret the symbols, abbreviations, and other notations used, blueprints may not make sense. Learning to read blueprints can help you understand the construction process and keep you more involved and informed when you’re building a house.

Italianate architecture is a reinterpretation of Renaissance styles, combining elements of Italian farmhouses and villas with Victorian materials and construction. This home style emerged in the Victorian era, gaining popularity in the U.S. in the mid-to late-1800s. The style came about in response to what many then viewed as the too-rigid and stuffy Classical style designs. 

Designing a building takes 2-6 months, depending on project size, required permits, and revisions.

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