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GWC Design Architects
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
127
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Draftsperson/CADDDesigner - BuildingArchitect+1 more

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
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Designer - Building

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

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 by17%of homeowners
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Hedgemon Planning & Development
4.2(
5
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Architect

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a reputable planning and development company that can take a project from start to completion. We take pride in our ability to exceed expectations in all aspects of business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients.

Projects
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
3.5(
8
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Draftsperson/CADDDesigner - BuildingArchitect

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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

Plan set 1
261 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Indian Wells Interiors
5.0(
1
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Designer - Building

Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Indian Wells Interiors is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Beautiful Flame Mahogany perfectly match
Exquisite Breakfast Room
Ladies sitting area
Sitting area
Lovely Dinning Room

+29

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Architects FAQs, answered by experts

Your state’s architect licensing registry is an excellent place to begin when finding an architect. The state must license architects after completing the required education and with a minimum amount of experience. You can also ask other homeowners with similar projects who they used and their experience.

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.

The most common scale for residential blueprints is 1/4 of an inch equals one foot. This scale is the most popular because it’s easier for everyone involved, from professionals to homeowners, to understand the building’s actual dimensions. Also, it allows blueprints to have the necessary details without cluttering the page.

Aging-in-place universal design features can make your home more comfortable for family members who are older or have disabilities; they can also make your home safer. In addition, adding a universal-design bathroom can boost your home’s overall resale value.

Architects often oversee project management to ensure design adherence, coordinate with contractors, and address onsite challenges.

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