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Miles Architectural Group
Architects in El Dorado County, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars27 February 2015
“Brink Custom Homes worked with Steve on a beautiful home in Southwest Reno and one in Zephyr Cove, NV. He is a talented architect who is collaborative and innovative with his designs. He is supportive and open to feedback from his construction team. We will happily execute another one of his exciting projects!”
LRWoehler & Associates
Architects in El Dorado County, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars2 June 2015
“LR Woehler & Associates has always provided us exceptional service for the many projects we have completed together. Len is always very helpful, knowledgeable, detail oriented, and honest. No matter the size of the project, Len is always able to bring our projects in on time and within budget. To date, we have completed a number of projects with LR Woehler & Associates and will continue to work them in the future.”
Nicholas Sonder Architect
Architects in El Dorado County, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars5 June 2013
“I am a contractor who has worked with Nick Sonder and find his plans to have more than the detail needed to build the project. The 3D renderings that he does bring the project to life for the client and give them a clear picture of what is being designed. Nick is extremely creative and is always bringing new ideas to life through his drawings. Nick Sonder is a pleasure to work with and very knowledgeable about all facets of the construction Industry.”
Elliott F. Brainard Architecture
Architects in El Dorado County, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars12 October 2015
“Elliott Brainard is an exceptional Architect for Mountain Building specifically! He was an integral player in the design of our 4,300 sq ft. custom home in Mammoth Lakes, CA. He not only Listened to our wishes for building our Dream Home but was on top of and helped us thru the layout to maximize our Views. He explained all points of building in the mountains including "Snow Load, Earthquake codes, City codes, where to cut costs as needed - etc. He was always Available - complete with building a model to scale for our review. We would Highly Recommend him for anyone doing a New Build or Remodel !!!”
Syndicate Architects
Architects in El Dorado County, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars10 August 2017
“Syndicate Architects are a pleasure to work with. I've been working with Sam for years. He is professional, knowledgeable and easy to get along with. Best of all, during construction there are few to no change orders due to the detailed design process they have!”
ODS Architecture
Architects in El Dorado County, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars25 August 2012
“The staff at Ohashi Design Studio helped me design my kitchen/living space. I wanted to open up our galley kitchen to be able to see our incredible view from the kitchen. They came up with a design I never imagined could work so well. Rather than just remove a wall, they moved the kitchen, changed it to a more functional shape and not only opened up the view, but made the living space feel like we were outside. I have been especially impressed with their level of service. They listened to my dreams and goals and turned it into a reality beyond what I'd hoped for. They were available anytime I needed guidance during construction and made sure the project was built down to the finest details. They helped me find a contractor and oversaw the bidding process. They helped pick out all the materials and finishes, even the paint color. I can't say enough about their level of expertise and professionalism. I worked with Dave and Alan.”
David Goldman Environmental Architecture
Architects in El Dorado County, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars8 September 2017
“When we started our remodel project I began asking everyone who was building or remodeling who they recommended to design the remodel. One said everyone uses "X", so I spoke to "X". Wasn't totally happy but figured everyone knew what they were talking about. Loved a new house I saw on a bike ride and so stopped and asked who designed their home. Turns out it wasn't a new home, but a remodel and they were thrilled with the work. Well they were now. They had started with another designer, been unhappy and changed to David. I was even more impressed when I found out that this was an add on because you couldn't tell it wasn't a fully and organically designed complete home. As I left the owners parting words were oh and I should tell you who the original person was we weren't happy with… You guessed it "X". During the design portion of our project I also stopped at a series of houses on a street nearby because they were each unique and I liked each one of them. They ranged from traditional mountain "cabin" to modern sustainable. The designer? They were all David's. What impressed me the most was the range of designs he does, the range of mediums (cedar, stucco, concrete), how happy all of his customers were, his academic background and how easy it was to work through together during the entire project as we changed our minds several times about things. If I were to design another remodel or house, I wouldn't bother to look for a different architect. He is both a great architect and a great person to work with. We have been totally pleased from beginning to end and love our new home.”
HOUSEIDEA
Architects in El Dorado County, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars3 March 2021
“Very organized, knowledgeable, and professional. The perfect combination. Val has wonderful taste, and most importantly, gets things done. Couldn't ask for more.”
Archterra Design Studio
Architects in El Dorado County, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars1 April 2014
“Complete architectural and project management services. From design to completion. Our home is unique with a Spanish contemporary style. The shadows reflect differently on each area to give you a completely different feeling and atmosphere. We are comfortable with 2 people or 20 or a party for 100 due to the design.”
HMA Architecture Inc.
Architects in El Dorado County, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars15 May 2019
“Thanks to Justin. After our house burned down in the wild fires, Justin helped us move along ( as we still only had a vague idea of what we wanted but we knew we wanted to move back quick) and designed a house that fits our property and fits our living style with extra suites for when our sun & daughter visit. Can’t wait to have it finished so we can move in!”
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An architect is a professional who designs and creates building plans, ensuring the building is functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing. They collaborate with clients to understand their needs and create designs that meet their requirements. Architects also consider building codes, regulations, and sustainability principles in their designs. They may oversee the construction process to ensure it aligns with the design intent.
The most popular Architectural Services in El Dorado County are:
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  1. Can you provide examples of your previous work and client references?
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A well-chosen architect can design a home that is specifically tailored to your family's lifestyle. Highly competent and professionally-trained designers, many architects in El Dorado County, CA also use sustainable design principles to maximise the site and materials used, so your home uses less energy and saves you money in the long term.

If your renovation is more than a simple benchtop replacement or roof re-tiling job, then it may be time to find an architect in El Dorado County, CA who can manage your project from start to finish. Depending on the architecture firm you hire, the scope can span from planning sustainable design into your renovations, to selecting furniture and even interior finishes.

How do I find the right architect for my home design project?


An architect is often the first person you hire for your project. Before taking steps to find an architect in El Dorado County, CA, ask yourself what you want to achieve from your renovation or home construction. Do you want to improve the liveability and sustainability of your home, or simply expand? What style of architecture do you prefer? Once you have established your motivation, research architects that have completed similar house designs in your El Dorado County locale and within a comparable budget to yours.

Undergoing renovations, house extensions or building a new home entirely can be stressful. For this reason, it’s important that you and your chosen architect get along and share the same values, especially if you require an architect to help you refine your brief. To establish this rapport, you may need to meet several times with the architects on your shortlist before making a final decision on who you hire. The relationship you have with your architect is very personal, and will involve discussions of your habits, hobbies and tastes, so you want to ensure you have picked someone you feel comfortable in sharing this information with.

Most importantly, you need to trust that your architect will manage your home improvement or house design within budget, while working with site constraints, and coordinating the relationships of all parties involved in the project.

Ideally, your El Dorado County, CA architect will be involved in all phases of the design process, from the initial concept to the completed construction. Your architect may be needed to select and hire California subcontractors (e.g. builders, engineers and landscape architects) just as they may need to negotiate contracts with stakeholders. A good client-architect relationship will ensure they are your biggest advocate along the way during construction.

Finally, remember that the most well-known or established architect may not provide the right architectural services for your needs. It all comes down to the individual project.

Questions to ask prospective residential architects in El Dorado County, CA:


  • What is your fee structure?
  • What does the cost include?
  • Do you have professional liability insurance?
  • What types of renderings (3-D, video, illustrative) will you produce?
  • What is your experience with similar projects?
  • When do you expect to start and be finished with the project?
  • What do your services include?
  • What happens when the cost exceeds the budget?
  • Would you say your work has a defining style? (The architect's personal style could interfere with your vision.)
  • Will you help with hiring a project manager and subcontractors?
  • What do you estimate the cost will be?
  • What will I need to provide?
  • Do you foresee any complications with this project?

    Find residential architects on Houzz. To find the best El Dorado County, CA architect for your home design project, narrow your search to find professionals in El Dorado County, CA. Then browse their latest projects and read reviews. You can also look through photos of projects to find an interior architect or designer who has worked on a project similar to yours.