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Last update on March 20, 2025

Top-Rated Architects in Riverside - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Drafting Design Services
Drafting Design Services
4.8(
18
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Riverside, 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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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XPL Landscape
5.0(
20
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Family-owned company that met my expectations throughout this project. Both George, Jorge, and Cartlos were very communicative about this project, which had to be completed within very strict requirements. Thank you, XPL Landscape"
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+5

Response time1 day
119 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Pac Sands Corp
5.0(
7
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDDesigner - Building

Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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 time2 days
166 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Viveros landscaping
4.5(
33
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Adrian to complete my front yard. He was friendly, had references and his price was very fair. He did a beautiful job and I am beyond happy with the results. He’s also organized and explained things clearly."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Beforw

+131

Response time1 day
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
127
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They have been very helpful with our situation and have moved it along quickly. They completed the drawings, architectural stamps and the permitting for us as well."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Michael Lancy Architect, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I couldn’t be happier. Michael was very professional, and responsive to my wants, was happy to make changes even after plans were submitted to the city."
San Dimas ADU
San Dimas ADU
San Dimas ADU
San Dimas ADU
San Dimas ADU

+12

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Designer - Building

Serving Riverside, 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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+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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All Service Industries, Inc.
4.9(
15
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ArchitectDesigner - BuildingDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bart Cones of Cones Coastal Repair and Maintenance was excellent. We had a two-day job, and he arrived promptly at 8am to do the repair work that needed to be done. I will be contacting Bart for any more repairs that I need."
All Service Projects 2017
All Service Projects 2017
All Service Projects 2017
All Service Projects 2017
All Service Projects 2017

+38

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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VLP Design Build Inc
5.0(
4
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Designer - Building

Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company was great. Victor the owner was honest, clean and efficient. He did exactly what we asked for and there were no hidden fees or add-ions. He was reliable and trust worthy which is very hard to find these days with contractors. I plan on hiring VLP again for our kitchen remodel."
Anaheim
Anaheim Rebuild
Yorba Linda Bathroom
Anaheim kitchen
Anaheim Rebuild

+159

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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