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Avatar for Lawrence Thompson Architects, Inc.
Lawrence Thompson Architects, Inc.
4.3(
8
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ArchitectDesigner - Building

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Larry did a series of modifications for me turning my home into a luxury speculation home. Hes very artistic and is just excellent at what he does. He really cares about his work and how it turns out."
Pepe Rsidence, Santa Ynez Valley
Riviera Residence, Santa Barbara
Riviera Residence, Santa Barbara, CA.
Riviera Residence, Santa Barbara, CA.
Riviera Residence, Santa Barbara, CA.

+34

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Essential Living Construction LLC
5.0(
14
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Designer - Building

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Essential Living Construction has become my go-to for any of my home construction projects. Oscar Barajas, the owner, is a delight to do business with as he is very personable and attentive when listening to my project visions. He offers suggestions if you are not sure of which direction to take your project or he will deliver your vision with absolute perfection. He has assembled a fantastic team of craftsmen that obviously take great pride in their work. It's nice to know there is a contractor that will make sure that your project will be done to your satisfaction ."
New ADU
New ADU
New ADU
New ADU
New ADU

+36

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cornejo LANSCAPING
5.0(
11
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"My experience with Cornejo Landscaping was fantastic. I wanted to remodel my patio with pavers and it turned out amazing. My husband and I are so pleased with the work that we also asked Cristian to spruce up our backyard by trimming overgrown trees and power washing our stamped concrete pool deck, courtyard and walkways. Cristian is skilled, experienced, reliable, honest and easy to talk to. He was always responsive to our questions or any concerns we had along the way. We will definitely call him again for our next project and will be recommending Cornejo Landscaping to all our friends, family and neighbors."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project

+99

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Bajascape
5.0(
9
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Octavio and his team of workers have come to my property several times to put in trees, bushes, pavers, sprinkler systems, and synthetic turf. All their work has been done quickly and professionally. They demonstrate a positive "can do" attitude and they clearly are good at what they do."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+41

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
123
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Santa Ynez, 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%
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Forever Green Landscape Construction
5.0(
8
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"Smooth and efficient work! Communication was clear. Whole project took less than 3 months even with rain delays! My vision came to life just as I wanted! I’m very happy and impressed with the work and have already got so many compliments from my neighbors!"
Back yard renovation
Back yard renovation
Retaining walls with stepts
Before
Back yard renovation

+15

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.

A floor plan is a less detailed illustration showing a building or room's layout from above, including elements like windows, doors, walls, and fixtures. It offers a simplified view for homeowners. In contrast, a blueprint is a more detailed, to-scale architectural drawing that includes all parts of the building plans, such as structural elements, construction details, and utility schematics. While a floor plan can be a type of view within a blueprint, the complete blueprint contains all the necessary details to turn the plan into a reality.

Get prepared to meet with an architect by having a clear idea of what you’re looking for, a list of questions to ask, and as many project details as you can provide. The more information you can provide and receive from a prospective architect will help you decide who to hire.

Cathedral ceilings make a statement in your home, but at the cost of your attic space. Normal attics are wide open, which allows warm air to move around and exit your home. Because of this, cathedral ceilings make your home less energy efficient and put your ceiling at risk of venting issues if you’re not careful. They also reduce your attic storage space, potentially cause an echo, and even make it harder to change a light bulb.

On average, the cost to hire an architect is between $2,200 and $10,500. Hourly rates for professional architects range from $45 to $250 per hour, depending on the architect’s experience level and location.

The cost for architect services vary depending on several factors, including:

  • Location

  • Project type

  • Experience level of the architect

  • Local demand for the architect’s services

  • Overall cost of the project

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