We used Outerlands to do a full renovation of the interior and exterior of our house and loved the…read moreresults! They were professional, timely, and thorough. I would recommend them highly for any project, big or small.

I wish Yelp gave every user account a one-time greater-than-5-star rating to use, because this…read morewould be mine. Outerlands converted our lower-level unfinished garage into 500 sq ft of living space + finished garage + outdoor patio in a job that involved significant excavation work. I can confidently say Outerlands was a cut above the competition because the other bids (we talked to over 20 contractors) had significantly longer timelines, told us certain aspects of the project would not be possible (or within budget), and told us there was no way we could stay in the house during construction. Outerlands kept us in the house with minimal disturbance, finished on time / on budget, and made the whole process rather enjoyable. It was clear throughout that Outerlands has a very experienced and cohesive team. From design, to engineering, to permitting, to foundation work, to all the other subs, everything was seamless. In the 5 months of work, there were virtually zero non-productive days. Kelly ran the project with a real sense of ownership, keeping things moving, suggesting improvements, and problem solving through the unexpected (we found a massive muni pipe while digging). He's a true craftsman (take a look at his cabinets or stairs) with an eye for overall aesthetic. Sara turned our vague interior style preferences into a coherent plan, developing all kinds of options we hadn't considered, sourcing the finishings, and ultimately creating a space that we love. Taking on this kind of project to our residence was a major financial and lifestyle decision, but we couldn't be happier with the look and feel of the finished product, and we are so grateful to Outerlands being such a wonderful partner to work with.

The entire AGC team is incredible. My wife and I did a full gut remodel/rebuild on a 1912 house in…read moreSan Francisco. We took the entire house down to the studs and then moved and replaced all the studs. To say we were terrified is a complete understatement. We talked to several GC's, and were referred to Aaron Gordon by our architect. He stood out from the start, and there was really no question who we'd go with after meeting with him and running through his process. He broke down and explained every aspect of the project, and priced out the entire thing in advance. And this wasn't a rough ballpark quote like you get from most GCs, it was down to every detail. We were always in the loop on every aspect of the project. We had bi-weekly onsite check ins, and they provided weekly summaries of work completed and what was on the schedule for the coming week. We were never in the dark. Most importantly, I am happy to say now that the project is over, there were no surprises, and they finished on time and on budget (slightly below actually). That's quite an accomplishment considering the scope of work involved. Their quality is top notch, and the entire team is 100% professional. Not to mention they are just genuinely really good people. They would repeatedly go above and beyond what's expected. Just as one example (to which there are many), right when we moved in we tried to start garbage service through Recology and have bins sent to our house. Unfortunately Recology was hacked and their systems were down for weeks. We had nowhere to put our garbage, so the AGC team swung by several weeks in a row to literally pick up our personal garbage, just as a courtesy until we finally got bins sent to us. I could rattle off countless examples, but I just wanted to highlight the level of service they provide. I was flat out impressed at how they conducted themselves both professionally and personally. This whole thing could have been so stressful, but the team ensured it never got to that point. I dare say it was even enjoyable. It was amazing to watch our home transform knowing it was in good hands. I have zero hesitation recommending them to anyone starting a new project. They are as good as it gets, and they will be our go to for all our future needs. So happy we were referred to AGC.

About a year after purchasing our first home in San Francisco, my partner and I realized it…read morerequired some rather significant structural work that we missed during inspection. It was an unfortunate discovery, but working with Aaron, Joro, Denis, and team made the whole process significantly less painful. We also elected to do some minor remodeling to the affected areas, and directly provided AGC with the design. They were extremely accommodating in this, and Joro, our project manager, provided a wealth of feedback and suggestions that we incorporated. We hired them largely based on their portfolio, and even got to tour one of their previous SF projects that was being prepped for sale. They definitely specialize in higher-end construction, but in the end we felt that both the structural and cosmetic work needed the attention to detail we felt AGC could provide. Excellent communication, COVID-safe, and they were able to rapidly source quality sub-contractors for plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and cabinetry despite being in the middle of a pandemic with very high demand. I whole-heartedly recommend AGC and will be referring friends to them.

We worked with David on a full backyard redesign, and somehow he managed to turn our sloped,…read moreconfused mess of a yard into a beautiful, functional space--complete with a dream deck and plenty of room for our daughter to run wild. David was hands-on, patient, and never once made us feel bad for starting the project with nothing more than some vague ideas and a hilariously random Pinterest board. We were also on a pretty tight budget, and he was incredibly thoughtful about helping us stay within it--without making the design look like it. He gave us smart options along the way and made the whole process feel easy. Highly recommend Cite Studios if you want a creative, collaborative design partner who can bring your backyard dreams to life--and maybe even make you feel like you knew what you were doing all along.

We love Cite Sudio! Ann and David have been perfect partners for our remodel project. They work in…read morea very timely manner with a personal touch, and they're very hands on. Whether they are providing their own ideas, or incorporating some of ours, everything seems so easy with them... and Ann found us the absolute best contractor, as well as product sources, to make our project simple and enjoyable. We may be among the few who will be sorry to see this job end. We need to find more work for them. Cite Studio is the best!

Horrible service -- no replies, no call backs I tried for…read moreweeks to get basic updates. Emails ignored, voicemails never returned, and no follow-through on promised timelines. If you need a responsive permit company, look elsewhere. Super disappointing.

I needed plans and a permit for my remodel and decided to use this drafting and permit service…read more They took care of the entire process, from preparing the drawings to submitting everything to the city and obtaining approval. They were knowledgeable, responsive, and easy to work with. They explained the steps clearly and kept me informed throughout. The plans were well done, and the permit was issued without delays. What could have been a complicated process turned into a smooth experience. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone needing help with drafting and permits for a remodel.

Andre did a fantastic job measuring and drawing as-built documentation required for the…read moreconstruction of my ADU. He also designed my ADU studio and it turned out amazing. We were able to create a beautiful space with a bathroom, kitchen, laundry closet, wardrobe and loft space. I spoke to a few other people and chose A3 because his quote was reasonable, and he came highly recommend by a contractor friend in SF.

I have worked with Andre for years. He is very detail oriented, organized, skilled and…read moreexperienced. He understands design and how to navigate the city. He also has great design ideas and is very easy to work with!

David was instrumental in helping me work through a challenging leak issue that ultimately led to a…read moreredesign of my roof deck. He developed several design concepts, complete with renderings, and provided thoughtful structural and interior design guidance throughout the process. He took the time to understand my vision while remaining mindful of my budget, always recommending solutions that balanced both. I truly appreciated his expertise, responsiveness, and collaborative approach, and I highly recommend David and his team.

Meeting David and his team provided me the opportunity to image my space din a whole new light. I…read moreenjoyed their knowledge, creativeness and flexibility. I trust their decisions and experience to make my space the best place for me.

We remodeled our house down to the studs with Red Dot Studio and could not be happier with the…read moreresult. Despite covid, a lengthy permit approval process, and major structural changes, RDS always made us feel trusting and confident about the trajectory of the project under their management. Our designer, Camille, was fantastic! She always provided great design input providing ideas we would never have thought of, while always allowing us the space to own our own choices. Throughout the project, she coordinated closely with our general contractor on site. We really enjoyed working with her! Our happy moment is when the morning sun comes through the windows of our beautiful new space. We're very grateful for our experience with the RDS team!

We completed our project with Red Dot Studio around two years ago and have loved living in our our…read morenew space. The Red Dot team understands how people live in our modern world and listened to all the needs of our family to create the perfect space. We wanted a home with more sustainable/ecological features and they proved to be experts in this area as well.

We worked with Jay on the design and drawings for our home expansion, and it was a great experience…read morefrom start to finish. He was easy to communicate with and always responded quickly, which kept the whole process moving smoothly. His drawings were professionally done and detailed, and his rates were very reasonable. We'd happily recommend Jay to anyone planning a home project. Five stars!

We worked with Jay as our architectural designer for our home remodel, and I honestly couldn't…read morerecommend him more. He is incredibly hardworking and reliable. There were multiple times he stayed up late to get revisions done, and every time we requested changes, he responded quickly and efficiently--no delays, no back-and-forth frustration. What really stood out to me was his attitude and attention to detail. On his very first visit to our house, he went straight into the attic to carefully inspect the roof structure himself instead of making assumptions. That level of responsibility and hands-on approach gave us a lot of confidence in his work. Jay is also very easy to communicate with, thoughtful, and takes his work seriously. Throughout the entire process, we felt that he genuinely cared about getting things right. If you're looking for someone dependable, responsive, and detail-oriented for your project, Jay is a great choice.