Chris designed our Los Altos house about 25 years ago, and we are still enjoying it! I made a…read moresimple request: Make me a house that looks like it has been there forever, "instant old". After it was finished the local historical society requested that it be included on their annual tour. I'd have him design another house for us, but we're too happy here!

Chris Spaulding is great to work with, he's very patient, kind, professional, responsive and…read morecharges a reasonable fee. He helped us design a 1,200sq ft ADU that fit perfectly in our backyard with considerations of natural lighting and height for optimal living. His architectural plans was approved by San Jose the first time it submitted and the process went very smooth. He helped us with lighting design, furniture placement and architectural style of the house which is a great value. I highly recommend Chris if you're looking for a great architect for your project, big or small.

We're thrilled to write this glowing review for the incredible team of architects at Klopf…read moreArchitecture, who transformed our mid-century modern home into a work of art. From the very beginning, working with John Klopf, Angela Todorova, and the team at Klopf Architecture was an absolute pleasure, and the results have exceeded our wildest expectations. Klopf Architecture is a true visionary, and their deep appreciation for mid-century modern design is evident in every aspect of their work. They masterfully blended the classic elements of the era with a fresh, contemporary twist, creating a living space that's both timeless and uniquely tailored to my family's needs. What struck us most about Klopf Architecture and John's team was their ability to listen and understand our vision for the project. They took the time to get to know our tastes and preferences, and then skillfully translated those ideas into a design that was nothing short of breathtaking. Their attention to detail and commitment to preserving the integrity of the original mid-century modern architecture while introducing innovative and sustainable elements truly sets them apart. Throughout the entire project, communication was seamless and transparent. John, Angela, and the team at Klopf Architecture were always available to address any questions or concerns, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. Their professionalism and dedication to staying within the project's budget were truly commendable. I'd also like to mention that our builder, Augie, from Coast to Coast Development, was equally skilled and also a critical element to realizing the vision that John, Angela and the team at Klopf Architecture had dreamt up. The combination of Klopf Architecture and Coast to Coast Development was without a doubt, the best of the best, and we feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with each of them. The end result is a mid-century modern home that not only pays homage to the past but also celebrates the future of design and sustainability. We can't recommend Klopf Architecture highly enough. If you are looking for an architect who is not only passionate about their craft, but also genuinely invested in bringing your dream home to life, look no further. With Klopf, you won't only find a skilled professional but a true partner in your journey to creating the home of your dreams. Thank you, John, for your outstanding work, trustworthiness, and unwavering dedication to making our mid-century modern home a masterpiece. You have truly exceeded all our expectations, and we're grateful for the beauty and functionality you've brought into our lives

We met John 4 years ago when we were thinking of remodeling. Life happened and we ended up moving…read morearound a lot, but always kept in touch with John. We'd ask him about potential properties and opinions on eichler renovations, and he was always responsive and helpful. We recently spoke with John about our newest project, and he remembers all the details of our needs and preferences, which speaks to the level of customer service! I really appreciate his ability to immediately envision the possibilities the moment he steps into a space. He cares about the details, both obvious and subtle, that make a home feel right. Unfortunately our project does not fit the kind of homes he specializes in (which we had a hunch about), but he spent a lot of time going through all the considerations with us anyway. If we ever build a modern home, John will be at the top of our list.

We decided to remodel our house to make the existing space more usable for more people living in…read morethe house. The design required "out of the box" thinking because there were a lot of limitations to the existing setup. It was more than a matter of just knocking down some walls. We hired Emily to redesign the space. She listened to the reasons for remodeling, brainstormed on some ideas, and then provided a few options that gave us choices we didn't even think about (mainly for the kitchen). We ended up going with an option I originally thought I wouldn't like, but after modeling it, I realized it gave us the best use of space. She drew up the plans, and worked with city requirements so the approval process for the permit was faster and simpler than I imagined. She was flexible and helpful every step of the way and worked quickly for us. I love the results and people are so amazed by what was done!

Emily was recommended by our GC and she is great to work with - she 'got' our ideas and took them…read morefurther to create a stunning new kitchen-dining-living area in our Eichler as well as a new bigger bathroom and closet for the master. She held our hands through the permit process, which went through without any queries. She has been a pleasure to work with.

We found our way to Winder Gibson through our realtor and could not be more grateful. We worked…read moreclosely with Geoff and Daniel to design our dream home. They were an absolute pleasure to work with and took on all details at every stage, including handling a difficult neighbor. At the same time, they were efficient and budget conscious, helping us stay on track both financially and time-line wise. They made what could be an overwhelming process move smoothly and enjoyably. We unreservedly recommend Winder Gibson.

My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Geoff and his team on a full demolition and new…read moreconstruction of a single family home with ADU in San Francisco. We loved our experience and wholeheartedly endorse Winder Gibson to anyone looking for a full service architecture firm. From the outset, Geoff and his team demonstrated an exceptional understanding of our family's needs, which they transformed into a beautiful house design that resonates with our aspirations and lifestyle. We are currently transitioning to the construction phase, and are excited to raise our family in such a thoughtfully designed space. Also, Geoff and team are true experts at navigating the San Francisco permitting process. They efficiently moved us through permitting, both reacting to feedback from the city and helping us manage our neighbors. Honestly, we could not have permitted the house without their guidance. In a city where building homes can be difficult, the one two punch of beautiful design + the knowledge and skill to get it across the line was invaluable. We are so appreciative of Geoff and team.

I was feeling nostalgic the other day and looking at some pictures of the old house, including…read morepictures of the thing I miss most about the old house - my master bathroom. When we moved last winter, I think I spent extra time in my master because I knew as moving day approached, I would eventually have to say goodbye to the restroom my hubby and I so lovingly renovated with our architect Marc. (see pics) This review is long overdue. Several years ago when we finally prioritized renovating our master bathroom, Marc was an easy choice for us because we had seen his great work at other friends' homes, his beautiful work at Alexander's Steakhouse in Cupertino, as well as other commercial and office projects (see here: http://dscheme.com/PortProjects.html). Working with Marc was wonderful as he was very attentive to our desires and preferences, sensitive to our small budget, and responsive to our timeline (3 weeks). His no-nonsense approach was refreshing as he gave us very honest feedback on what he thought was do-able with our budget and timeline. He was very efficient at bidding out for contractors and he was able to find contractors that came to work on our home were polite, neat, friendly, and did not delay with their work. Marc gave us great recommendations for places to find materials but in the end we sourced everything on our own through the internet. If our budget allowed it we would have totally gone with Marc's recommendations. At the end of the project, we came well within our budget and finish date. In a nutshell, expect honest, efficient, creative and thorough work from Marc. Feel free to contact me personally if you're interested in more details regarding Marc's talents and services.

A truely superior architecture and design firm. You get More than you pay for with professional…read moreenthusiastic people who go the extra step to ensure a wonderful result. If you're looking for an architect for any reason, try this place first.

Quick and to the Point: I engaged with EA in 2024/2025. The project at hand was an Accessory…read moreDwelling Unit (ADU) off of our garage. EA was tasked to deliver a budget-sensitive design. But the ink hadn't even dried on the plans when the wobbles started. I ended up terminating the construction phase of our contract because I simply didn't see the value-add in continuing on with their high price tag, misses, and hubris. Our Experience: three independent contractors came in with bids showing EA's plan to be wildly off the mark vis-à-vis our budget. This triggered an additional change fee we paid to scale back unviable plans. Other costly EA wobbles included a surprising unfamiliarity with codes and regulations around ADUs in California; our project manager moving back to France by which there was a 9-hour time difference between him and the actual project; a careless miss on the architectural drawing, hiccups with billing, and a couple of wild goose chases with me trying to source things EA had recommended but which were either non-standard or not allowed under California's ADU's guidelines. Their misses cost us a lot of money. Further, none of these costs was related to post-demo discoveries which are to be expected on a project like this (and which we also incurred). In the positive column, we were connected to an awesome contractor without whom we would have been quite frankly lost. He caught some misses and stepped up for us in ways a 9-hour time difference to our project manager in France could not. Summary: EA's lead architect and principal, Stacy, is a rock start and deserves a team and infrastructure worthy of her talents. But I think EA is going through some growing pains. My advice to them would be to take a step back to better secure the foundation of their own house before taking on more new projects. Some anti-hubris pills couldn't hurt either. Addendum Note: Looks like Eisenmann Architecture solicited reviews from previous clients recently i.e. the projects they talk about were from "a few years ago".

5 Stars for Nickey!…read more I am giving this company a second chance after meeting with Nickey...their new business manager. Nickey is kind, enthusiastic, and very professional. She artfully broke down the process in a way that was informative, compassionate, and is a great listener. I now feel better about the experience and am looking forward to seeing what is possible in terms of optimizing space and beautifying my home. [I predict this will be a 5 start experience once the project gets started...admiting I am still working on recovering from the previous experience, and reserving that 5th star for now]

Jill is friendly, clear, a great communicator, and a problem solver. She helped me out on a small…read moreproject and I greatly appreciated her time!

While the Loman McNamara firm is newer, the two Principals - Jill & Rich have decades of commercial…read moreand residential experience, and we were lucky enough to have some time with them. When we bought our first home they offered a great initial consultation with already some ideas that resonated with us. Then they came for a visit where they helped us with measurements and gave us valuable input as they dreamt up possibilities to serve our current and future needs. Together they offer different perspectives which felt like getting 1st and 2nd opinions from one firm which helped us understand the opportunities and feel more confident about our decisions. Once we agreed on the renovation ideas, they quickly turned around with sketches to help us work with contractors to better estimate construction costs and phasing of the project. We're excited to continue working with them!

My husband and I highly recommend Martinkovic Milford Architects! Blake, Amanda, and Amelia were…read moreour brilliant team of architects overseen by Brian Milford. They designed our dream home and also monitored the construction/renovation process in addition to recommending a great contractor to build our home.

Disappointed by my experience here. I got more value from a 15 minute phone conversation with a…read moredifferent architecture firm than I did from my interaction with this firm, which involved multiple hours of billable research.