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Top-Rated Architects in Palos Verdes Estates - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for PETER T ERDELYI & ASSOCIATES INC
PETER T ERDELYI & ASSOCIATES INC
4.8(
12
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building

Serving Palos Verdes Estates, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"The work Erdelyi associates did is great, but communication and timeliness were lacking. I didn’t have a consistent point of contact throughout the project - it just seems my project was handed off from one person to the next with no continuity and I had to proactively reach out for updates."
Beverly Hills
Pacific Palisades
Culver City
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Eagle View Remodeling
Eagle View Remodeling
4.7(
89
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Palos Verdes Estates, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Let me tell you about Amir he is a stand up and honest guy!! When all architect companies wanted to take me for thousands of dollars Amir instead gave me the tools (knowledge) of what needed to be done to get the site and floor plan done for the city. You don’t meet many business people that will give you honest free advice so Amir is greatly I meant greatly appreciated for his assistance and guidance in getting my site and floor plan completed for the city. Will definitely work with Amir again!!!!"
New Constraction
New Constraction
New Constraction
New Constraction
New Constraction

+145

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jean Prescott Studio
4.7(
33
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Palos Verdes Estates, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jean Prescott Studio did a great job on my medical office! They made the whole process easy and handled everything from design to permits. The team was helpful, clear, and kept things on track. If you need solid architectural work that looks good and stays on budget, I highly recommend them!"
Scavolini Kitchen
Livingroom
White and Bright Livingroom
Corona Del Mar
Corona Del Mar

+47

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

Serving Palos Verdes Estates, 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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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GWC Design Architects
5.0(
4
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Palos Verdes Estates, 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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Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
4.4(
13
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Designer - Building

Serving Palos Verdes Estates, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and detail oriented. They took my vision and brought it to life. Outstanding communication from start to finish on the remodel. Will definitely be using in the future for any remodeling projects"
Interior Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CODAspaces
5.0(
6
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Architect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Palos Verdes Estates, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeromes extensive experience with business TI projects made him the perfect choice for our needs. Hiring him was one of the best decisions we could have made. His exceptional skill, combined with his genuine kindness and honesty, truly set him apart. Culver City presents its fair share of challenges, particularly with the citys responsiveness, but Jerome and his team went above and beyond. They consistently communicated with the city on our behalf, advocating tirelessly to expedite the permit process and relieve so much of the stress on our end. Jerome dedication and professionalism are unmatched, and his commitment to his clients is evident in every step of the process. If you are looking for an architect with top-tier expertise who truly cares about his clients success, look no further. Jerome is simply the best!"
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Architects FAQs, answered by experts

When you think about Arts and Crafts-style homes, you probably think of a Craftsman house or a bungalow-style Craftsman. Craftsman is one of the major styles developed during the Arts and Crafts movement, but it checks most boxes. Craftsman houses have low-pitched roofs, exposed rafters, open floor plans, and stunning wood finish.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

You should have an architect involved in your project from the very beginning. They’ll be able to direct your vision into workable plans, and they can advise you on potential problems right from the start. You may be able to save money by not using an architect, but larger projects will go much more smoothly with an experienced pro directing the process.

Open floor plans can come with drawbacks—mainly the lack of privacy and noise dampening. Walls act as an important barrier for traveling sounds, meaning in an open floor plan you could hear your dishwasher running while sitting in your living room. Storage limitations and separation of activities (for example, keeping the kid’s playroom away from the dining room) are other reasons some homeowners are opting out of an open floor plan.

You have three options in terms of professionals who can draw up blueprints: a draftsperson, an architect, or a structural engineer. A draftsperson can sometimes draw up plans for new construction, but they more often work from approved plans for alterations or to provide 3D drawings. Architects are usually the best option for standard residential construction projects. Structural engineers might be necessary for custom home builds or for alterations that could affect your home’s structural integrity. Draftsmen cost the least of the three, followed by architects and then structural engineers.

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