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address: "6487 Meadowridge Court, Santa Rosa, California 95409, United States"
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# Gary L Holmes Architect, GLH Construction

Original Houzz profile: [Gary L Holmes Architect, GLH Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/gary-l-holmes-architect-glh-construction-pfvwus-pf~1006780837)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms
- **Location:** Santa Rosa, CA
- **Serves:** Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Windsor, Healdsburg, Sonoma, Cloverdale, Cotati, Larkfield-Wikiup, Sebastopol, Roseland, Calistoga, Forestville, Graton, Bodega Bay, Sea Ranch, Kenwood, Fulton, Alexander Valley, Bennet Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Russian River Valley, Sonoma Valley
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2013), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- 500 Ideabook Saves

Construction is complex, the number of participants and reviewing agencies is large, and the cost is high.  Fortunately for Construction, the reward in satisfaction and financial gain, is higher. 

A degree in Architecture from University of California, Berkeley started my career but I wanted to supplement that with construction experience and joined the General Contractor for the new Laney College campus in Oakland, CA.  The combination of Architecture and Construction experience resulted in California licenses in both fields which I've used as a sole proprietor for 30 years in Sonoma County to design and/or build both my client's houses and my own.

I enjoy each step, from creating a practical program and budget, to artistic design, through the Building Department phase, and into walk-in reality.  Equally important is making sure the client is enjoying each step as much as I am.  It's a win-win situation, my client is happy, I'm happy and the Built Environment wins too.  Thanks Houzz!

### Services Provided

- Home Remodeling
- Custom Homes
- New Home Construction
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Home Additions
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Kitchen Design
- Home Extensions
- Bathroom Design
- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Outdoor Kitchen Construction
- Architectural Drawings
- House Plans
- 3D Rendering
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Floor Plans
- Green Building
- Porch Design & Construction
- Deck Design
- Lighting Design
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Garage Design
- Drafting
- Tiny House Construction
- Site Planning
- Barn Design & Construction
- Structural Engineering
- Staircase Design
- Landscape Plans
- Modular Home Additions
- Outdoor Lighting Design
- Radiant Floor Heating
- Log Home Construction
- Prefab Houses
- Earthquake Retrofitting
- Passive Solar Heating & Cooling
- Cost Estimating

### Areas Served

- Santa Rosa
- Rohnert Park
- Windsor
- Healdsburg
- Sonoma
- Cloverdale
- Cotati
- Larkfield-Wikiup
- Sebastopol
- Roseland
- Calistoga
- Forestville
- Graton
- Bodega Bay
- Sea Ranch
- Kenwood
- Fulton
- Alexander Valley
- Bennet Valley
- Dry Creek Valley
- Russian River Valley
- Sonoma Valley

### Typical Job Cost

$25,000 - 1.5 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Gary L Holmes Architect, GLH Construction |
| Address | 6487 Meadowridge Court, Santa Rosa, California 95409, United States |
| Phone | (707) 528-6800 |
| Website | http://www.glharch.com |
| License Number | C7569 and B350314 |
| Followers on Houzz | 45 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Gary L Holmes Architect, GLH Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/gary-l-holmes-architect-glh-construction-pfvwus-pf~1006780837)
- **Website:** http://www.glharch.com
- **Phone:** (707) 528-6800

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Registered CA Architect, C7569
- Licensed CA General Contractor, 350314
- Best Small Commercial, Fremont, CA
- author: Guide to the Structural Requirements of 2007 California Building Code

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2013), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews**

### All 3 reviews

**★★★★★ — rcorvino, Oct. 2012**

> Gary Holmes was the Architect that after several meetings with us and city of Santa Barbara, CA. officials, developed concept and final plans for our
> home. His professional ability and experience were determinnig factors in
> the quality and elegance of the final product, that blend very well with the
> marine enviroment and the beautiful California coast and its views.

**★★★★★ — rsherbin, Oct. 2012**

> We worked with Gary on the planning, design and construction of a very complex large second-storey porch for our 30-year-old home in Los Altos, Calif. This project required an unusual combination of engineering skill, aesthetics and knowledge of specialty suppliers, as well as the local zoning ordinances..
>
> While Gary managed to keep costs to a minimum, he worked thoroughly and carefully, tackling the project with enthusiasm and skill. He was exceptionally patient as we struggled to understand some of the intricacies of the work and crystal-clear in his explanations.
>
> We were absolutely delighted with our interactions with Gary, as well as the final product. We also happen to have enjoyed the time we spent with him.
>
> Needless to say, we'd use him again without thinking twice for any project.

**★★★★★ — cresfleming, Oct. 2012**

> We live in the Meadowridge house which we bought from Gary in 2000. He had designed and built the house in 1994. We had him add on to the house, converting the garage to another room and building a new garage. My wife and I love the house. In fact we are expanding again adding space to the garage and putting two bedrooms above the garage along with other changes. Gary had left the area so we are using another architect/builder. But we have continued his designs in the new addition.
>
> My comments refer to The original house and addition. The design is fantastic. The best attribute is the sky lights that run run the length of the house in both directions. These make the house what it is! The use of wood (aspen ceilings, vertical pine logs, sand blasted wood trim around the doors, etc.) and stone (entry way and some outside walls) give the house an outdoors feel inside. Several rooms/closets do not have doors giving an openness to the house. We love the vaulted ceilings leading up to the sky lights that emphasizes this openness. He also used interior windows to light up areas that would not receive sunlight.
>
> In short we love his architectural ideas as expressed in our house. We have lived in the house for 12 years and have had no structural issues in spite of heavy winter snows. -Cres Fleming

## Selected projects

- [1-Santa Rosa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/1-santa-rosa-pj-vj~89002)
  - Location: Santa Rosa, CA
  - Photos: 4
- [2-Healdsburg](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2-healdsburg-pj-vj~89493)
  - Location: Healdsburg, CA
  - Photos: 2
- [3-Meadowridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/3-meadowridge-pj-vj~88721)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [4-Santa Barbara](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/4-santa-barbara-pj-vj~88999)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [5-Durango](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/5-durango-pj-vj~89491)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [6-Portola Valley](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/6-portola-valley-pj-vj~89467)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [7-Bentley](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/7-bentley-pj-vj~88718)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [8-Pfeiffer](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/8-pfeiffer-pj-vj~89013)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [9-Sherbin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/9-sherbin-pj-vj~89016)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [9c-Factory Built Housing](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/9c-factory-built-housing-pj-vj~89017)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [9b-Digital Renderings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/9b-digital-renderings-pj-vj~88717)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [9a-Engineering](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/9a-engineering-pj-vj~103956)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 13

[See all 12 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/gary-l-holmes-architect-glh-construction-pfvwus-pf~1006780837)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Thank you for your response! What brand is the Navajo paint?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Kelley Moore, but all Navajo's are the same unless your matching an already painted surface, thanks for your interest.

**Q: Are the cabinets done in natural?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Yes, the Poplar cabinets are finished in clear lacquer.

**Q: Could you tell me the color you used on the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The walls are Navajo, eggshell, and the cabinets are clear lacquer.

**Q: Was the fireplace existing, and if not, where to order?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hi Dawn, that fireplace is a custom copper hood and chimney by the Copper Works in Petaluma, CA on top of a standard firplace by Malm Fireplaces in Santa Rosa, CA.  So you can't order it, I'll send you the working drwgs. for it if you want to have one built.

**Q: I love the slate tile floors.  Is this Brazilian multicolor slate?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: I purchased this slate in Santa Rosa, and I was told it's from India.  It's gotten many compliments, it's one of the most affordable stone flooring and it's 0 maintenance.

**Q: What is the name of granite? Where to buy?** *(in Photo Questions)*

I have oak cabinets and oak wood floor.  To keep the room brought and not too yellow, what granite would you recommend? Note: I do not like block countertops.

A: Hi jousophiejou, I've forwarded your question to my brother, Steve Holmes, who's also a Houzzer.  He was the General Contractor and selected the granite, he will have your answers.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-11.*