Top 10 Architects in Orinda, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Architect Mason Kirby Inc
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
We partner with discerning individuals and visionary developers to unlock the true potential of their construction projects. With open minds, a touch of wit, and a deep respect for your aspirations, we provide design services that empower you to transcend the ordinary and create useful spaces that j...Read more about Architect Mason Kirby Inc
We partner with discerning individuals and visionary developers to unlock the true potential of their construction projects. With open minds, a touch of wit, and a deep respect for your aspirations, we provide design services that empower you to transcend the ordinary and create useful spaces that j...Read more about Architect Mason Kirby Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Shefer Builder inc
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
(67)
"Professional company highly recommends! I have very old hause from the 1920’ it’s was difficult to find company that can make you professional job and finish on the time the project, we did big renovation for the house and after i review a few contractors , i decide to go with Shefer Builder and th...Read more about Shefer Builder inc
"Professional company highly recommends! I have very old hause from the 1920’ it’s was difficult to find company that can make you professional job and finish on the time the project, we did big renovation for the house and after i review a few contractors , i decide to go with Shefer Builder and th...Read more about Shefer Builder inc
Porch Pro Headshot Kathy Shaffer Architecture & Design
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
(10)
Established in 2004 in Sausalito, California, KSA is a small, award-winning architecture and interior design firm designing new buildings of distinction as well as remodeling historic or retrofitting existing properties. Project types include residential, commercial, as well as resort and hospitalit...Read more about Kathy Shaffer Architecture & Design
Established in 2004 in Sausalito, California, KSA is a small, award-winning architecture and interior design firm designing new buildings of distinction as well as remodeling historic or retrofitting existing properties. Project types include residential, commercial, as well as resort and hospitalit...Read more about Kathy Shaffer Architecture & Design
Porch Pro Headshot Drafting Cafe
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
(44)
Drafting Cafe takes a unique approach to architectural services. We tailor our services to the needs of each client. By listening to your needs up front, we are can typically provide a fixed fee, and provide a reasonable time frame for delivery. Projects can be as simple as a set of permit drawings ...Read more about Drafting Cafe
Drafting Cafe takes a unique approach to architectural services. We tailor our services to the needs of each client. By listening to your needs up front, we are can typically provide a fixed fee, and provide a reasonable time frame for delivery. Projects can be as simple as a set of permit drawings ...Read more about Drafting Cafe
Porch Pro Headshot Norman Sanchez Architecture
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
(24)
Norman Sanchez Architecture is a full service architectural firm with a focus on residential projects of all sizes and tenant improvement of commercial spaces in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Through close collaboration with our clients, we create design solutions reflective of the client v...Read more about Norman Sanchez Architecture
Norman Sanchez Architecture is a full service architectural firm with a focus on residential projects of all sizes and tenant improvement of commercial spaces in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Through close collaboration with our clients, we create design solutions reflective of the client v...Read more about Norman Sanchez Architecture
Porch Pro Headshot Ohashi Design Studio
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ohashi Design Studio is an architectural design firm that specializes in residential, commercial and retail spaces. We create buildings and spaces for living and working that are simple, efficient and unique to the owners and problems that need to be solved....Read more about Ohashi Design Studio
Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ohashi Design Studio is an architectural design firm that specializes in residential, commercial and retail spaces. We create buildings and spaces for living and working that are simple, efficient and unique to the owners and problems that need to be solved....Read more about Ohashi Design Studio
Porch Pro Headshot Swatt | Miers Architects
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
(16)
Our firm offers full architecture, planning, interior design, and landscape design services for new construction and remodels. Our designs are based on the principles of modern architecture that have made the West Coast so special - each building is knitted to its site in a way that seems almost ine...Read more about Swatt | Miers Architects
Our firm offers full architecture, planning, interior design, and landscape design services for new construction and remodels. Our designs are based on the principles of modern architecture that have made the West Coast so special - each building is knitted to its site in a way that seems almost ine...Read more about Swatt | Miers Architects
Porch Pro Headshot Oculus Architecture & Design
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
Oculus Architecture and Design is a small and dynamic Emeryville firm with a project base ranging from low-rise mixed-use commercial developments to rigorously designed, intricately detailed custom residences. We take great pride in our architectural product both graphic and built, and consistently ...Read more about Oculus Architecture & Design
Oculus Architecture and Design is a small and dynamic Emeryville firm with a project base ranging from low-rise mixed-use commercial developments to rigorously designed, intricately detailed custom residences. We take great pride in our architectural product both graphic and built, and consistently ...Read more about Oculus Architecture & Design
Porch Pro Headshot Ronin Architects
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
Ronin Architects is a multidisciplinary firm with project experience ranging from high-end residential, slope side residential, mission critical facilities, healthcare, commercial, building information modeling (BIM), integrated project delivery (IPD), lean construction, all the way to software and ...Read more about Ronin Architects
Ronin Architects is a multidisciplinary firm with project experience ranging from high-end residential, slope side residential, mission critical facilities, healthcare, commercial, building information modeling (BIM), integrated project delivery (IPD), lean construction, all the way to software and ...Read more about Ronin Architects
Porch Pro Headshot Y.A. studio
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
(6)
Y.A. studio is a full service architectural firm specializing in sustainable modern design. A wide range of projects reflects the studio's commitment to a process of investigation, exploration, and collaboration with clients throughout the Bay Area. The designs of Y.A. studio reflect its holistic...Read more about Y.A. studio
Y.A. studio is a full service architectural firm specializing in sustainable modern design. A wide range of projects reflects the studio's commitment to a process of investigation, exploration, and collaboration with clients throughout the Bay Area. The designs of Y.A. studio reflect its holistic...Read more about Y.A. studio

Top questions to ask before hiring an architect

A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.

Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?

Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.

First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.

Recent reviews for Orinda Architects

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I had just completed 15 different meetings with 15 different general contractors serving the area to renovate an existing 1,100 square ft. Ranch style home and build 530 square foot addition to the rear. I know that this would not be an easy task and had ...

- Mike Chien
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It was easy to work with Shefer Builder for our kitchen remodeling. Our project manager idan was extremely helpful in helping us refine our ideas, idan and his team did a great job on the project which started and ended as scheduled. We had a final walk-t...

- Ban Lamar
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Kathy started her Sausalito based business in 2004 after over twenty years of working for other architecture firms on residential, commercial, and public architecture. She is currently designing and detailing residential, commercial and public projects a...

- Brad Shaffer

Everything You Need to Know About Orinda Architects

How does invoicing/payment work for most Architect projects in Orinda?

Every project differs, but you should ask any architect for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any architectural design work is done.

If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for architects to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your architect project.

If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the architect to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

Can I browse unscreened Architects in Orinda?

We do our best to screen all of our architects. However, there are still some architect professionals in Orinda that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Orinda or CA. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering architectural design:

  • Blackbird Designs:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Aetypic:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Douglas Architecture:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

I’m searching for Architects servicing my zip code in Orinda.

Many architects provide service to multiple zip codes in and around Orinda. Browse through a sample of the Architects in Orinda below to find the right professional in your area for your project. Remember to contact each of these professionals individually to ask about their prices, recent successful architectural design jobs, how they bill, and what licenses or permits they have or will have to get for your job:

  • Aetypic:
    • Service Area Zip Code: 94147 and 94963
  • Rough Linen:
    • Service Area Zip Code: 94915 and 94956
  • Designpad Architecture:
    • Service Area Zip Code: 94541 and 94119

If you weren't able to find the right architect company that services your Orinda zip code, don't worry. Try contacting the company directly to ask them what surrounding areas they also service near Orinda.

All Architects in Orinda, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Malcolm Davis Architecture
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
(3)
Since 1991, our innovative, sustainable, and creative approach has resulted in award-winning work throughout Northern California and beyond. We have extensive experience with not only San Francisco's rigorous building review process but also numerous approval agencies in Sonoma County, the East Bay,...Read more about Malcolm Davis Architecture
Since 1991, our innovative, sustainable, and creative approach has resulted in award-winning work throughout Northern California and beyond. We have extensive experience with not only San Francisco's rigorous building review process but also numerous approval agencies in Sonoma County, the East Bay,...Read more about Malcolm Davis Architecture
Porch Pro Headshot Levitch Associates Inc
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
(64)
In the 1960′s, Edward Levitch and a handful of employees decided to approach architecture in a radical and innovative way. By combining architecture and construction into a single process, they began to practice what is currently known as Integrated Architect-led, Design-Build. For 24 years, Edwa...Read more about Levitch Associates Inc
In the 1960′s, Edward Levitch and a handful of employees decided to approach architecture in a radical and innovative way. By combining architecture and construction into a single process, they began to practice what is currently known as Integrated Architect-led, Design-Build. For 24 years, Edwa...Read more about Levitch Associates Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Oscar Moreno Tree Service
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
Hi welcome to Oscar’s tree service my goal is to make all the clients happy
Hi welcome to Oscar’s tree service my goal is to make all the clients happy
Porch Pro Headshot Thorn Architects
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
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Porch Pro Headshot ARCHITECT SF
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
(10)
QUALITY ARCHITECTURE - VALUE ORIENTED FEES
QUALITY ARCHITECTURE - VALUE ORIENTED FEES
Porch Pro Headshot Stowers Associates
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
Stowers Associates is a design firm that relishes design challenges. From small renovations and additions to ground up custom homes, Stowers Associates works with our clients to help make their dreams become reality. Please contact us by phone or email to see how we can help serve you and your pr...Read more about Stowers Associates
Stowers Associates is a design firm that relishes design challenges. From small renovations and additions to ground up custom homes, Stowers Associates works with our clients to help make their dreams become reality. Please contact us by phone or email to see how we can help serve you and your pr...Read more about Stowers Associates
Porch Pro Headshot De Meza + Architecture, Inc. (DM+A)
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
De Meza + Architecture, an award-winning, full-service architecture design firm located in San Francisco, was founded in 2001 by Gregg De Meza, after an impressive career designing some of the world’s most prestigious projects. DM+A’s innovative and talented team of architects and designers create m...Read more about De Meza + Architecture, Inc. (DM+A)
De Meza + Architecture, an award-winning, full-service architecture design firm located in San Francisco, was founded in 2001 by Gregg De Meza, after an impressive career designing some of the world’s most prestigious projects. DM+A’s innovative and talented team of architects and designers create m...Read more about De Meza + Architecture, Inc. (DM+A)
Porch Pro Headshot Barry and Wynn Architects
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
We are an architectural firm based in Danville, California specializing in custom residential, commercial, public, and recreational projects. Our residential work includes new custom homes, additions, remodels, and outdoor living. Commercial work includes office, retail, tenant improvements, accessi...Read more about Barry and Wynn Architects
We are an architectural firm based in Danville, California specializing in custom residential, commercial, public, and recreational projects. Our residential work includes new custom homes, additions, remodels, and outdoor living. Commercial work includes office, retail, tenant improvements, accessi...Read more about Barry and Wynn Architects
Porch Pro Headshot ARMA ARCHITECTURAL SVC
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
Based out of Kentfield, Architect Machnowski is a sole practitioner with 30 plus years of experience that provides services only to very high end single residential owners and site planning as well as other related services.
Based out of Kentfield, Architect Machnowski is a sole practitioner with 30 plus years of experience that provides services only to very high end single residential owners and site planning as well as other related services.
Porch Pro Headshot Gawoski Architects - Planning and Design
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
Doug Gawoski is a licensed Architect in California, serving homeowners in the San Francisco Bay area. Our goal is to design healthy and inspiring homes that use less resources.
Doug Gawoski is a licensed Architect in California, serving homeowners in the San Francisco Bay area. Our goal is to design healthy and inspiring homes that use less resources.
Porch Pro Headshot Michael Tolleson, Architect
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
Simplicity is the best friend of complexity.
Simplicity is the best friend of complexity.
Porch Pro Headshot R.A.W. Concepts - Architecture and Interiors
Architects
Serves Orinda, California
Building practices have come a long way over the past years with new and exciting innovations which benefit both the users and the natural environment. Our first step is to work with our clients to be informative as to available systems, options, and technologies which if incorporated within their b...Read more about R.A.W. Concepts - Architecture and Interiors
Building practices have come a long way over the past years with new and exciting innovations which benefit both the users and the natural environment. Our first step is to work with our clients to be informative as to available systems, options, and technologies which if incorporated within their b...Read more about R.A.W. Concepts - Architecture and Interiors
Porch Pro Headshot Designs For Business
Architects
Serves Orinda, California

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