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Avatar for Whitfield Architects, Inc.
Whitfield Architects, Inc.
5.0(
7
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Great collaborator and really listens to clients. Worked with a level of urgency I haven't seen form other people I've worked with."
Noe Remodel 01 Restored Entryway
Custom Mountain House 01
Contemporary Kitchen
Castle Hill limestone preserve
Dramatic section using modeling software

+47

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Auburn Detailing and Construction Services
4.7(
32
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich knows his business. He's thorough, very reasonable in pricing, and follows up until the job is complete. He's easy to work with, and responds instantly to questions. If you need building plans for permits or design, Rich will get it done."
Lay-out,Installation
Frame work
Access Stair, 1 of 2
How we found them, 1 of 6
2 of 6

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Ogle Design
4.9(
8
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Architect - For Business

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was such a great experience working with Will and his team at Ogle Designs. They helped us design a blueprint for creating additions to our house including designs for the inside and patio/landscape design We so impressed with Ogle Design's high level of professionalism, expertise and overall delivery of our project. They completed everything on time and within budget! Thanks for your excellent service."
Modern Deck
Modern Deck 2
Exterior Contemporary
Kitchen Island
Living Room

+14

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fredrick Stoenner Architecture
4.1(
11
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Fred is a God send. His work is amazing he is the definition of professional. This is the best architect in Sacramento he helped me build Daddy Os Smokehouse the best bbq on Sacramento. I'm forrver grateful and I'd recommend Fred to anyone looking for architectural services. I've sent him to my close friend to help build his restaurant and he's doing a great job as well for them."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
126
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving San Rafael, 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%
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Designer - Building

Serving San Rafael, 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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+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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BlueSquare Studio
5.0(
5
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Architect

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Adam is awesome! He assisted me with my project like a pro and helped my clients tremendously. I will definitely be hiring him again for my next project!!!"
BluePrint Plans
Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
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M. Holz Design Studio
5.0(
5
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Designer - BuildingDraftsperson/CADD

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mary helped me with a new barn/adu design and also a second dwelling design. Sheâ s so easy to work with and made the process easy and streamlined. I highly recommend her!"
Front Entry
Back Deck
Dining Room
Main Residence and Barn
Kitchen

+20

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

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