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Murray Duncan Architects Inc.

Murray Duncan Architects Inc.

Average rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars11 Reviews
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About Us

Founded in 1992, Murray Duncan Architects, Inc. is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA and with offices in Sacramento CA. Computer technology allows our offices to work seamlessly. As a seasoned team with a legacy of unique award winning design, we offer uncompromising attention to detail, research and project programming insuring our clients’ expectations are realized. Our services include institutional, commercial, residential, physical land planning, feasibility and density studies, in addition architectural design, construction documentation, and construction administration. This time tested, comprehensive approach allows for original design concepts that blend talent, experience, and imagination with thoughtful analysis recognizing the environment and current technology. Murray Duncan Architects is committed to our clients’ success and satisfaction. Our mission statement is to strive, delight and educate our clients in the process of realizing an amazing design solution and to enjoy a successful experience. “Our goal is an architectural solution that will compliment the built environment; age gracefully, and grow more beautiful with time. We are committed to our clients’ success as well as being mindful of the impact our projects will have on generations to come and the legacy we leave behind.”

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Building Design, Custom Homes, Drafting, Floor Plans, Handicap-Accessible Design, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, Home Restoration, House Plans, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Laundry Room Design, Mudroom Design, Multigenerational Homes, New Home Construction, Pool House Design & Construction, Project Management, Rooftop Deck Installation, Site Preparation, Space Planning, Staircase Design, Sustainable Design, Universal Design

Areas Served

Ballard, Buellton, Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez, Solvang, Goleta, Montecito, Ventura, El Dorado Hills, Serrano, Placer County, Folsom, Granite Bay, Roseville, Rockla

Awards

Over 30 years of National, Regional & Local Design Awards. PCBC ( Pacific Coast Builders Conference) NHAB (Builders magazine) Elan ( Los Angelas) Street of Dreams ( Sacramento)

Category

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28 Projects

Crocker Residential
66

Crocker Residential

Berkwood Residential
35

Berkwood Residential

Dreamhome
13

Street of Dreams

MOREAU COURT-EL DORADO HILLS
13

Moreau Court-El Dorado Hills CA

Baugh Residence
14

Baugh Residence

The Bluffs at Mesa Oaks-Lompoc CA
8

The Bluffs at Mesa Oaks-Lompoc CA

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Business Details

Business Name

Murray Duncan Architects Inc.

Phone Number

+1 805-562-1270

Website

mda-group.com

Address

150 Castilian Drive, Suite 201
Santa Barbara, CA 93117

Typical Job Cost

USD 300,000 - USD 5,000,000

Licence Number

C14117 (California)

Followers

119 Followers

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Credentials

3 Houzz Awards
Best of Houzz 2017
Best of Houzz 2016
Best of Houzz 2015
3 Houzz Badges
Star Houzz User
Recommended on Houzz
1,000 Ideabook Saves
2 Affiliations
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11 Reviews for Murray Duncan Architects Inc.

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buenosaires42
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Murray Duncan architects is a firm I would love to work with in the future. I did not hire his team for this project, but we will certainly keep his firm in mind for other projects. His consultation and presentation skills are extremely professional - he is personable, pays attention to detail, and comes well prepared. Mr. Duncan left a wonderful impression on my family and me. His process is top notch. I am sure he can design anyone's dream home.
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racoussa
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We have known Mr. Duncan for 25 years and have consulted with him on potential building projects. He has always been gracious with his time and talents. He has met with us on weekends to view building sites and provide guidance on home design and positioning to maximize views and sun exposure. Mr. Duncan is an accomplished architect with decades of experience. He is patient especially with conflicted inputs from couples. We love his style of architecture and would use him without hesitation.
KE
kenouimet
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Murray is very insightful and did a great job advising me and working with the city to get the project approved.
Yamasaki Landscape Architecture
Yamasaki Landscape Architecture
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I have worked with Murray on numerous residential projects and his design approach is second to none. His ability to bring the outdoors in provides exciting opportunities for me as a Landscape Architect and the end result is stunning.
Daniel Zia
Daniel Zia
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
By viewing an architect's portfolio you can fairly quickly judge design talent. What you can't easily discern is the architect's reputation in the local community, his or her integrity, and the work ethic in which they will apply on your behalf. Murray's reputation is sterling. His integrity is more important than his success (though he has achieved much of that). And his work ethic is tireless. I can't recommend him highly enough.
JB
jbreschi
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I have had the pleasure of knowing Murry Duncan for about 15 years. In early 2000 our interiors company shared space with Murray Duncan Architects in the Sacramento area. I was able to witness first hand that Murray Duncan is a very talented architect. Besides being very personable, he listens closely to his clients needs and budget then quickly prepares preliminary sketches that always seem to exceed ones expectations. After the clients approval of the preliminary plan Murray and his professional team prepare design development drawings and after client approval proceed to the final construction documents. Murray and his team have an excellent relationship with the building departments in Sacramento, Roseville , Placer County and Santa Barbara. They are able to pull permits in a timely fashion. I have seen many of his teams completed projects and they are all beautiful. I highly recommend Murray Duncan Architects Inc for your new or remodel project.
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L.J. Nicholas
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We hired Murray Duncan to be the architect for our family home. We provided Murray with a rough idea of the floor plan and he designed a home perfectly to our needs. We have 4 children and had many specific needs to create a family-friendly, entertainment-focused home. The home is 15,000 sq ft with a focus on indoor-outdoor living. Murray was patient with our revisions and provided professional service for our project.
William Reifsteck
William Reifsteck
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Murray's team was very professional and worked diligently through any problems encountered on this difficult fast moving project. We would definitely look forward to working together again.
SF
sfcleary
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Murray Duncan and his team were excellent to work with. They took the time to understand our true needs/objectives on the expansion of our home, and consequently the design process went very efficiently. The quality of their plans enabled us to save money with our contractor, and our home actually looks better and more balanced AFTER the addition than it did originally. The space MDA designed is very liveable and is even better than what we envisioned. I would definitely hire Murray again!
Eddie Villaruz
Eddie Villaruz
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Working with Murray Duncan Architects and Murray Duncan himself, I have learned a lot as a design professional, Murray's insight for quality architectural design and his progressive thinking into architecture has helped me to mature in architecture. I enjoy working with Murray and enjoy looking at projects that come out of his office as awe-inspiring.
Turn-Key Construction Group, Inc.
Turn-Key Construction Group, Inc.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Murray Duncan has an amazing vision for our clients and really understands how to develop their ideas into a world class home.
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12 May, 2015
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