Carolin was professional. She showed up well-prepared, kept her schedule, delivered on-time. She…read morecommunicated well with us to understand our goals and constraints. Then she came up with ideas to meet those or to illustrate the impossibility. Although we eventually did not proceed. We believe her services of project management and procurement will be highly professional as well. She simply radiated good qualities to give us the confidence. What I unreasonably hoped was she to challenge our "goals and constraints" more forcibly. I understand that's not in her own interest to do so.

What a great addition to the neighborhood! I stumbled upon this inviting home decor store in…read moredowntown Saratoga! The owner, Carolyn, is an interior designer and she sells beautiful pillows, lighting, antiques, etc and I was able to buy an in stock sofa and a pair of armchairs right off the floor. She even had it delivered that same week! Her design portfolio is a mix of modern and traditional aesthetic. Her studio is definitely worth a visit!

Kanika is an extremely talented designer, and I can't recommend her enough!…read more We bought a house in March 2020 - signed the contract days before covid stay at home orders. My husband and I then spent two years working from home together in our front room (we call it the study now) without any rhyme or reason, just putting our desks wherever they fit, because it all happened so quickly. It was awkward and ugly, cords and monitors everywhere, and not a great look for people walking in our front door. The whole time, I was thinking, "when this is done and at least one of us goes back to the office, I want to make this room into a nice space to read and relax, and also to WFH when I have to." That's where Kanika comes in. I tried changing the place up on my own, but every choice I made seemed to make my space uglier and more awkward. It was time to hire a professional. That decision was worth every penny. In the end, my project turned out to be slightly bigger than just one room. I enlisted Kanika's help in choosing flooring, baseboards and paint for the whole house, furniture for my entire downstairs (we were still using the old living room furniture left by the previous owners), and light fixtures throughout. She was easy to work with and understood immediately what I was going for. My study is a real showstopper now - the walls are this deep blue color that looks amazing, she designed a gorgeous custom bookshelf that makes perfect use of the space, and she picked a couch that is the perfect size, just the right color, and so comfortable. And we still managed to get a desk in there for those WFH days. Literally just the other day, I was on a Zoom with someone and thought "this room behind me is so pretty, it looks like a fake background." But it's real, and in my house! And it wouldn't have happened without Kanika. The paint color she helped me pick for my bedroom is something I never would have chosen on my own, but I still regularly think about how nice it looks whenever I go in there. Same with the color of the living room couch, I'd never have found it on my own, but now that I have it, I love it. She knows her stuff. Kanika's husband Adi runs the business side of things. He managed the project, hiring contractors and keeping everything on schedule. The work was done on time, and he kept us in the loop, patiently answering any concerns or questions. And, no shenanigans with the final cost. Really, hiring Kanika Design was a great decision for us.

I had the opportunity to work with Kanika Design as their contractor. I have a wonderful experience…read morewith them. I love the way they work. They are super clean and dedicated so much time at the job side. I recommended them 100%. You cannot go wrong with them.

Dario and his crew did a good job completing our ADU and bringing it in early…read more He has also done other jobs for us and has always been on time, job completed with integrity, and cost appropriate to the job.

I had pleasure of working with Payman and his associates Dario and Ginu on my home renovation…read moreproject. From the very beginning they were professional responsive and transparent about the design and construction project. Payman took the time to explain different design options in detail--outlining clear timelines, estimated costs, and how each plan would fit my goals and budget. His approach was thoughtful and collaborative, ensuring that every design decision made sense for my home's layout and potential. Throughout the process, communication was excellent. Payman and his team kept me updated on city approvals, vendor coordination, and project timelines. They were patient in answering all my questions and flexible with revisions as the design evolved. I truly appreciated their honesty, attention to detail, and commitment to quality. It's clear that Bay Area Design and Construction takes great pride in their workmanship and client satisfaction. I would highly recommend Payman to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and trustworthy design and construction team in the Bay Area.

Marta is the best! She's very fast to communicate and has great ideas. She helped us with our large…read moreaddition and came up with some amazing ideas to make the most of our space for our busy family. She worked tirelessly with the city to get our permit approved, and I'm so glad we had her by our side during this process. I've been recommending her to everyone! Can't wait to see the vision we created come to life.

We hired Cal Design Studio to build an ADU (guest house) at our property in Willow Glen. They were…read moreextremely reliable, delivered high quality work, and in a timely manner. Cal Design Studio handled all the plans, permits and inspections, hired licensed subcontractors, and the project manager was responsive and insightful. What I like the most about Cal Design Studio is their pragmatic approach -- they are not trying to "sell" you anything. They listen carefully to what your need is, and offer a creative and practical solution through their design plans. They have a great network of suppliers and subcontractors, which means you get a very high quality product. They built the ADU from the foundation all the way to the final touches. We also hired Cal Design Studio to install a new roof in the main house on the property. We will hire Cal Design Studio for any and all future work.

We started our home project with nothing more than a rough idea of what things were important to…read moreus. We wanted clean lines, modern yet still warm and livable, neutral & timeless. I met Pam, and on the spot, knew she was the right person to work with. Pam asked all the right questions and listened to what we wanted in our dream home. She completely understood our vision, thought of every little detail, and didn't overlook any aspect of the project that we felt was important. The level of detail and thoroughness when it came to how the spaces were designed really showed Pam and Erwin's level of expertise. Pam and Erwin had our dreams, vision, and best interest in mind. From the initial space planning for the kitchen and master bathroom, the layout of slabs, tile and cabinetry, selection of all the finish materials, colors, fixtures and hardware, they were very professional to work with. Details matter to us, and their attention to detail is apparent in our finished home. They referred excellent vendors and suggested the best, high end and quality finishes and materials. Most importantly, Pam and Erwin's work ethics are unbeatable, and they made sure we got everything we wanted on our checklist. From start to finish, the design process went smoothly, and the meetings and discussions were fun and productive. We gave them the creative freedom and trusted their design process and vision and our kitchen and bathroom remodel designs are masterpieces. We were so pleased with the quality of their work that we asked for Pam's help to furnish our house. Every room was beautifully designed with an understated sense of elegance and in tune with the architecture and surroundings. Pam's sense of style and her vision has positively impacted our quality of life as we enjoy her work every day. We are very grateful that we were able to work with Pam and Erwin. Our house would have not been the same without their creativity and vision.

Was looking to remodel my 1965 Eichler and my architect had worked with UD before…read more She is a difficult individual to work with; my suggestion of a contractor she summarily dismissed. She insisted on working with her 'team'. Mind you this is a former Google employee who has no formal training in design and fewer interpersonal skills. I've had better service at the USPS than with UD. In her response below she attempts to imply UD turned me down. The reality is she forced the issue of working with her contractor. Duh, who is footing the bill here Pamela? My contractor recommended the architect who recommended UD; and you attempt to commandeer the entire process by forcing the removal of the client's contractor? Recommendation: Avoid. Highly inflexible, domineering owner.

Patty was such a huge help in designing our new kitchen. We couldn't be happier with the process…read moreand outcome. Our space is gorgeous, functional and we get so many compliments. We would recommend S&K without reservation!

Patty Hayos did a wonderful job of designing the perfect kitchen and bathroom cabinets for a…read moreremodel for our new condo. It is amazing the space I have as Patty took advantage of every nook and cranny. The cabinets arrived on schedule, the installation was well coordinated w/ the contractor and Patty came out several times to be sure everything was perfect. Patty followed up several months after the remodel was finished just to check that everything was still perfect! The referrals for countertops and plumbing were also very helpful. If you are going to remodel, after your trip to the big box stores, go to Signature Kitchen & Bath Design in Cupertino and you will stay for the best design and service at a very reasonable price for very high quality custom cabinets. We love our new beautiful contemporary spaces.

After phase 1 of our home decorating project, and even working on a beach house, I likely would…read morehave been pleased to recommended Barb Decole. But, an unflattering piece of character surfaced during our phase 2 kitchen remodel. Our initial desire was to have a personalized tile backsplash with tiles made from a photo. After the tiles were made, the notion was met with an insulting and emotional "horrid, I hate it" explicative in front us and our contractor! The relationship immediately became strained. Subsequently, other actions included ordering tiles without approval or having been shown options, text/email/phone responsiveness excessively poor.One might have thought she'd try harder to please. Sorry, I can't recommend this "horrid" behavior.

Barb is phenomenal. She is so much fun to work with and has pitch perfect design taste. We were…read morelucky enough to have her design our nursery and not only is it breathtaking, it's highly functional with the cutest details. We couldn't have done it without her. I plan on having Barb design every room I ever live in for the rest of time.

We met Caitlin and walked through our potential project with her. She shared some practical and…read moreclever ideas for our remodel, and was responsive and prompt in our communications. We also spoke with two of her references in detail and they were both extremely impressed with her work and collaborative style. Ultimately we decided not to move forward with the project, but we're glad that we met Caitlin and would be confident in her capability and work style based on our interactions and reference research.

I cannot fully put into words my gratitude for what Caitlin and her team at Symmetry Designs…read moreprovided for me. Caitlin's attention to detail, keen eye for my aesthetic, and working WITH me are only a fraction of what she offered. She artistically suggested tile, designs, and layout on the many stages for our home addition. She was responsive and easy to work with. Count your blessings if you have the pleasure to work with Symmetry Designs! They are the top of their field.

We had a wonderful experience with Allen and the design team at Sofiov Design. Our bathroom…read moreremodel project resulted in a gorgeous bathroom. We stuck close to Allen's design and are extremely happy with it. It is subtle and very elegant. Just what we were looking for. The floor to ceiling wavy tiles covering most of the walls are understated and yet quite spectacular. The colors are perfect. We used half inch glass for the shower enclosure and it is substantial and yet at the same time light and airy. The nickel fixtures give the right touch of luxury. Wonderful. Thank you so much Allen and Design Team at Sofiov Design! Daniel Newell

As a first-time homebuyer in the US with zero prior experience in single-family home renovations --…read moreand honestly, not even knowing most of the construction terminology in English -- I am so lucky to have found Allen as our designer here in the Bay Area. We first met at my new place -- an old house built in 1957. While it's in a great location, the house itself, both inside and out, was extremely outdated and needed a full overhaul. Allen arrived right on time, warm and professional, immediately putting me at ease. At the time, I didn't have a clear and complete vision and could only give a vague description of the feel I wanted. Allen listened to me with tremendous patience, answered all my questions in detail, and proactively brought up many potential issues and risks I hadn't even thought of. Within just two days, I received his initial design sketches. Over the next month or so, Allen guided me through the selection process step-by-step -- much like helping a kid build with LEGO blocks. He frequently traveled with me to various building material and decor showrooms across the Bay Area, helping me pick out everything from custom cabinets and tiles to tub, vanities, kitchen island marble countertops, and hardwood flooring for the bedrooms and living areas. What I appreciated most was that Allen never forced or pressured me into making any decisions. Instead, he quietly safeguarded the entire project, helping me steer clear of all kinds of unexpected pitfalls. Thanks to his thoughtful design and full support throughout, the entire renovation process went remarkably smoothly. The transformed home exudes a sense of quiet, livable beauty while still feeling modern and refined. Every friend and guest who has visited since has been full of praise. I couldn't be happier with the final result, and I wholeheartedly recommend Sofiov, especially Allen and his team to anyone planning a home renovation!