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Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA

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SANDBOX
Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars28 October 2015
“Scott at Sandbox is amazing. His design was beautiful and well thought out. He has been timely with everything. Our house is going to be incredible.”
Elliott F. Brainard Architecture
Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars12 October 2015
“Elliott Brainard is an exceptional Architect for Mountain Building specifically! He was an integral player in the design of our 4,300 sq ft. custom home in Mammoth Lakes, CA. He not only Listened to our wishes for building our Dream Home but was on top of and helped us thru the layout to maximize our Views. He explained all points of building in the mountains including "Snow Load, Earthquake codes, City codes, where to cut costs as needed - etc. He was always Available - complete with building a model to scale for our review. We would Highly Recommend him for anyone doing a New Build or Remodel !!!”
Elise Fett & Associates, Ltd.
Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars6 March 2014
“Elise Fett is an Expert in her field of Architecture, Design and great taste. Elise is creative, yet practical and conscious of our budget. I appreciate the fact that she is an Engineer also. Elise knows Tahoe style which is very important to me. Her staff, including Kelly and Courtney, are great team players with lots of talent. We recommend Elise Fett & Associates, Ltd.”
HMA Architecture Inc.
Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars15 May 2019
“Thanks to Justin. After our house burned down in the wild fires, Justin helped us move along ( as we still only had a vague idea of what we wanted but we knew we wanted to move back quick) and designed a house that fits our property and fits our living style with extra suites for when our sun & daughter visit. Can’t wait to have it finished so we can move in!”
David Goldman Environmental Architecture
Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars8 September 2017
“When we started our remodel project I began asking everyone who was building or remodeling who they recommended to design the remodel. One said everyone uses "X", so I spoke to "X". Wasn't totally happy but figured everyone knew what they were talking about. Loved a new house I saw on a bike ride and so stopped and asked who designed their home. Turns out it wasn't a new home, but a remodel and they were thrilled with the work. Well they were now. They had started with another designer, been unhappy and changed to David. I was even more impressed when I found out that this was an add on because you couldn't tell it wasn't a fully and organically designed complete home. As I left the owners parting words were oh and I should tell you who the original person was we weren't happy with… You guessed it "X". During the design portion of our project I also stopped at a series of houses on a street nearby because they were each unique and I liked each one of them. They ranged from traditional mountain "cabin" to modern sustainable. The designer? They were all David's. What impressed me the most was the range of designs he does, the range of mediums (cedar, stucco, concrete), how happy all of his customers were, his academic background and how easy it was to work through together during the entire project as we changed our minds several times about things. If I were to design another remodel or house, I wouldn't bother to look for a different architect. He is both a great architect and a great person to work with. We have been totally pleased from beginning to end and love our new home.”
J.P. Copoulos, Architect
Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars22 December 2016
“I highly recommed John Copolous. He designed our house in 2006, and he did an amazing job. We hired him again 2 years ago to design a workshop/office to look like a center aisle barn. Our barn turned out better than expected!”
ODS Architecture
Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars25 August 2012
“The staff at Ohashi Design Studio helped me design my kitchen/living space. I wanted to open up our galley kitchen to be able to see our incredible view from the kitchen. They came up with a design I never imagined could work so well. Rather than just remove a wall, they moved the kitchen, changed it to a more functional shape and not only opened up the view, but made the living space feel like we were outside. I have been especially impressed with their level of service. They listened to my dreams and goals and turned it into a reality beyond what I'd hoped for. They were available anytime I needed guidance during construction and made sure the project was built down to the finest details. They helped me find a contractor and oversaw the bidding process. They helped pick out all the materials and finishes, even the paint color. I can't say enough about their level of expertise and professionalism. I worked with Dave and Alan.”
MWA, Inc.
Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars13 March 2013
“The principal architects, Kurt and Kristi, are not only extremely talented in architecture and design, but pay strict attention to what it is that the clients wish in their home or commercial project. So often architects are not adaptable but these folks are. They also make a genuine effort to stay within budget though that is so difficult to control with costs bouncing all over the place and clients changing their minds during construction. For character and ability, I whole heartedly recommend MWA.”
Impluvium Architecture
Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars20 August 2015
“Impluvium listened to my spiritual desires to create a contemporary space that made guests feel instantly welcome while providing function for everyday life. I described a desire that my home subliminally feel like a space where East meets West. Many visitors comment on how "happy", comfortable, and Zen like my home is. Mission accomplished thanks to Tim Haley! The project involved an extensive remodel of my 3 bedroom/2 bath townhouse inclusive of footprint expansions (addition of ~75 sq. ft.), relocation of all plumbing and electrical, removal of demising wall, new windows, doors and skylights, and creative solutions designed to maximize space. In particular, Impluvium not only designed an aesthetically beautiful ceiling in the great room, but it also provides layers of light for multiple uses at all times of the day and night, functionally it is a chase which delivers the in-home sound system and HVAC system, and it masks the new structural beam required when the demising wall was removed. The accuracy and completeness of Impluvium's design and architectural drawings were instrumental in expediting HOA approvals and permits.”
Jobe Construction
Architects in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars3 March 2016
“David Jobe didn't know me when I first called him. He patiently listened to what I wanted (a 3D rendering to show perspective buyers (which wasn't built at the time, just blueprints)) and came up with a dimension of my house showing it at it's best possible angle. I have big mountains as my view, and he was able to capture that as well. At 2nd phone meeting, (the next day) I was able to get the color and some landscape put in. It is truly an "artist's" rendering. Very easy to work with.....and "gets it" the first time. Doesn't drag you out of budget. Wish him much success.”
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Useful information about architects
Cost Range (low - high)
Percentage based, typically from 8% to 15% of the total projects construction cost.
Types of projects covered
Home Extensions, New Home Builds, House Plans, Drafting, Floor Plans and more.
Busy Months
January - August
Not Busy Months
October - December
Architect or Architectural Designer FAQs
An architect is a professional who designs and creates building plans, ensuring the building is functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing. They collaborate with clients to understand their needs and create designs that meet their requirements. Architects also consider building codes, regulations, and sustainability principles in their designs. They may oversee the construction process to ensure it aligns with the design intent.
If you are looking at a house extension or building a new home from scratch, chances are you are going to need the help of a residential architect. They have extensive knowledge of architectural design, construction methods and building materials, not to mention a strong appreciation of ergonomics – warmth, light and flow within a property. Architects will also be far more capable of seeing the bigger picture – carefully balancing aesthetic appeal with structural safety. With their local knowledge, your South Lake Tahoe architect will also often help to obtain planning permission and building regulations approval.
You can find a local architect in South Lake Tahoe with Houzz in two ways:

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    • After choosing either option, you can reach out to the architects you want to discuss your project. You can request and compare quotes before hiring the right architect for you.
    After choosing a residential architect, you will usually start with a consultation to discuss the project. Preferably at your property or building site where the work will be done. Give as clear a picture as possible of the kind of home you are trying to create to your architects. Chat through your goals, projected budget, scope of work, schedule and feedback, together with any very specific requirements you might have. They will explain their process to you alongside any other on-site visits up to and including the build stage, depending on whether they will be involved at that stage. From there they will produce the designs and plans required for your project.
    The cost of hiring an architect in South Lake Tahoe can vary depending on the scope and complexity of the project, experience, reputation, and location. Architectural fees are typically structured as a percentage of the project’s total construction cost, ranging from 8% to 15%. For example, if a project has a construction cost of £500,000 and the architect’s fee is 10%, the fee would be £50,000. It’s advisable to discuss fees and payment structures with architects in South Lake Tahoe during initial consultations.
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