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Avatar for Stone Age Design & Build Inc
Stone Age Design & Build Inc
4.7(
106
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Designer - Building

Serving Palos Verdes Estates, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Customers say: True professional

"Lou and his crew did an amazing job remodeling our house, including a 2nd story add-on. From start to finish working with Lou was a pleasure. He has high standards for his craft and is fair and honest. He and his team were very professional and considerate. It was quite the job to completely remodel our house, from new foundation to support the new 2nd floor rooms to replacing every window, designing and building 3 beautiful bathrooms, building a great new fireplace and creating a new beautiful staircase, all new hardware floors, it was a massive undertaking but Lou and his team did a great job. We were really happy with the results and will definitely hire Stone Age for future work!"
Hermosa Beach Residential Remodel
Hermosa Beach Residential Remodel
Hermosa Beach Residential Remodel
Hermosa Beach Residential Remodel
Hermosa Beach Residential Remodel

+162

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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PETER T ERDELYI & ASSOCIATES INC
4.8(
12
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ArchitectDesigner - BuildingDraftsperson/CADD

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
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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ESL Designs
4.7(
33
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDDesigner - Building

Serving Palos Verdes Estates, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had a great experience working with Eran. He is a professional and is an expert in his field for our specific project, he handled all the structural work for the seismic retrofit and when my architect had a melt down, he even stepped in and took on that responsibility too. He collaborated with us and we spent the time to understand our needs and where we wanted to take the project. He made our life much easier by getting the building permits and worked with the planning department and the inspectors. Invaluable. We look forward to working with him in our next phase and would recommend him for future work."
3D Design for a Remodel
New Build
Kitchen Remodel
Bedroom
Bedroom

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CODAspaces
5.0(
6
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

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
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
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

"These people did an amazing job! Being the guy that I am my house definitely needed some new ideas. I have no clue about interior design, but working with them quickly put me at ease. So if you're looking for a company to guide you in the right direction and create something just for you, go with this interior design company!"
Interior Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ara Hovsepyan Architecture
5.0(
3
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Palos Verdes Estates, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Offers commercial services

We specialize in architectural design and documentation for residential, mixed-use, and institutional projects. \nOur studio is led by a licensed architect with professional experience across projects of varying scale\nand complexity. \nClients work directly with the architect throughout the\nprocess, with a focus on clear communication, technical accuracy, and responsiveness.

Granada Hills House
Granada Hills House
Granada Hills House
Granada Hills House
Eagle Rock Addition

+10

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Architects questions, answered by experts

Structural engineers draw structural plans, which include detailed drawings of the structural components of a home only. Complete house plans will require additional work from an architect or draftsperson, whose drawings will take the structural drawings into account. They’ll also include more details about the finishing materials and layout of a home, including everything from roofing and flooring materials to the position of furniture, light fixtures, switches, and plumbing fixtures.

The various types of architects can be broken down into eight distinct categories, but there can be specific specialties within each of them. Most homeowners will work with a residential, restoration, green, interior, landscape, or retrofit architect for projects. There are also lighting and commercial architects whose work is geared more toward large spaces and businesses.

Hire an architect at the very beginning of your home-building process. An architect’s training and expertise can guide the process from start to finish to ensure you don’t miss or have to redo any important steps. An architect will also provide valuable input on design, materials, and other details right from the beginning.

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.

In most cases, yes, hiring a draftsperson will be more affordable than the cost of hiring an architect. However, it’s important to note that the reason is because these professionals provide different services. Draftspersons are more affordable because they do more general mock-ups that help align your contractors with your vision for your home renovation project. An architect will provide more detailed drawings that include technical specifications, structural considerations, and even mechanical components, like electrical box and HVAC ductwork placement.

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