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GWC Design Architects
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

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From childhood, Gerald was passionate about architecture, designing and building models. With 30 years of experience, he has worked on over 1200 custom residential units (single-family homes, condominiums, and apartments) and over 100 commercial, retail, restaurant, or office building projects, totaling over 2.5 million square feet. Contact him for your next design project.

LOMITA OFFICE BLDG.
LOMITA OFFICE BLDG.
CARMELITA RESIDENCE
CARMELITA RESIDENCE
McCARROL RESIDENCE

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pac Sands Corp
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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"We did a full remodel of our place, full new kitchen, and expanded our place into the backyard for a new master suite. Pac Sands did a really great job with our designs. Great tools that made the communication easy with the plans and changes we needed. And they handled the engineering and permitting too, which was great. Highly recommend."
6-Plex Aerial view
6-Plex Render
Carlsbad 6-Plex Axo
Response time3 days
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Designer - Building

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Customers say: True professional

"Our kitchen remodel exceeded our expectations, providing us with a beautiful and highly efficient space for cooking and gathering. We're thrilled with the results, as the new design seamlessly integrates style and functionality."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by18%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by19%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Architects questions, answered by experts

The best way to start designing a house is to know what you want before designing. Making a list of your biggest priorities in a home will help. Designing a house without an idea of what you need or want in a home will lead to many trials and errors that could make it harder to figure out what you need in your design.

Yes, integrating sustainable practices and energy efficiency into plans is common.

It is technically possible to draw your own blueprints, but the process is extremely involved and really demands help from an expert. A professional architect has an understanding of design elements, interior design, the functionality of different rooms in a home, and how everything from furniture, outlets, and light switches should be laid out to serve you and your family best. Hiring an architect for blueprints can get expensive, but it’s the most responsible way to begin a new construction project. If you’re keen on DIYing, you could consider starting the process and then having a professional take over.

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.

While possible for small projects, professional designers ensure compliance with building codes and structural integrity.

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