--- title: "Louie Leu Architect, Inc. — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/louie-leu-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~1040304104 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1040304104.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Louie Leu Architect, Inc." category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/76335e130f149b1b_5230-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "236 N. Santa Cruz Ave. Suite 210, Los Gatos, California 95030, United States" latitude: 37.2296 longitude: -121.9834 phone: "(408) 399-2222" website: http://louieleuarch.com rating: 5 review_count: 1 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 251 last_updated: 2026-09-08 --- # Louie Leu Architect, Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Louie Leu Architect, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/louie-leu-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~1040304104) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Los Gatos, CA - **Serves:** Cupertino, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Saratoga, Los Altos Hills, Monte Sereno, The Peninsula - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (1 review) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2013–2020), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - 25,000 Ideabook Saves Louie Leu Architect, Inc. provides comprehensive architectural services for residential, commercial and public projects, with an emphasis on Design for Living. Design is approached as an intelligent, creative response to the client’s needs and budget, site constraints, the selection of materials, and the environment. The emphasis is to provide a distinct unique vision. It is our goal to design projects that improve the environment in which we live to have a positive impact on people's lives. We share the commitment to the future of our environment by identifying and incorporating "green" building products and sustainable design aspects. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Architectural Drawings - House Plans - Home Additions - Energy-Efficient Homes - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Space Planning - Custom Home ### Areas Served - Cupertino - Los Gatos - Los Altos - Saratoga - Los Altos Hills - Monte Sereno - The Peninsula ### Typical Job Cost $1 million - 15 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Louie Leu Architect, Inc. | | Address | 236 N. Santa Cruz Ave. Suite 210, Los Gatos, California 95030, United States | | Phone | (408) 399-2222 | | Website | http://louieleuarch.com | | Followers on Houzz | 251 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/louieleu?sk=wall - Blog — http://www.architizer.com/en\_us/firms/view/louie-leu-architect-inc\_/24631/?sr=1\#.UetvVRYVxug ## Offers Complimentary In-Home Consultation! _Mention Houzz!!_ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Louie Leu Architect, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/louie-leu-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~1040304104) - **Website:** http://louieleuarch.com - **Phone:** (408) 399-2222 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - California licensed Architects - American Institute of Architects - AIA - Certified Green Building Professionals - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2013–2020), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 1 review** ### All 1 review **★★★★★ — yobes2, July 2013** > Calm, thoughtful, patient, educational, and easy to talk with. I was so sick of snooty arrogant architects in the Bay Area who were so full of themselves. Louie had the pedigree of a high end architect but was so great from the first meeting. I was weary as we proceeded with the stages but he was consistently kind and on top of everything. I so appreciated him. ## Selected projects - [Los Altos Hills 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hills-2-pj-vj~7072053) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - Description: Located at the brow of a hill, this two-story contemporary home includes a full basement with a total of 8,500 square feet. Features include slide-away panoramic doors leading to a large covered patio with outdoor kitchen, master bath with rooftop garden, home theater, elevator and pool - [Los Altos Hills 4](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hills-4-pj-vj~7072063) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - Description: This 8,200 square foot estate sits on a small knoll overlooking the Silicon Valley and South bay. The home is two stories with a lower basement level and includes a large recreation room, wine cellar, and home theater. Expansive decks from the upper rooms provide great outdoor viewing spaces. Clean lines and simple details accentuate the contemporary home. A large pivot door defines the entrance, while huge slide-away doors that lead from the great room to a large covered patio accentuate indoor… - [Los Altos 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-1-pj-vj~7072078) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - Description: Situated overlooking a golf course, this 5,700 square foot home includes a detached garage, guest house and pool. The main focus is toward the view of the fairways and greens. The style evokes Cape Cod imagery while introducing modern touches and details. - [Los Altos Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-contemporary-pj-vj~2863766) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 23 - Description: This contemporary residence was completed in 2017. A prominent feature of the home is the large great room with retractable doors that extend the indoor spaces to the outdoors. - [Los Gatos Modernization](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-gatos-modernization-pj-vj~7071051) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: A 50 year-old neighborhood tract home is transformed to a modern residence. Raising the roof lines created the opportunity for higher ceilings. The addition of modern forms along with high windows brightens up the spaces. A playful color palette integrates the home with the neighborhood. - [Corralitos Villa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corralitos-villa-pj-vj~28163) - Location: Corralitos, CA - Photos: 32 - Description: Private Estate, Corralitos, CA Louie Leu Architect, Inc. collaborated in the role of Executive Architect on a custom home in Corralitos, CA, designed by Italian Architect, Aldo Andreoli. Located just south of Santa Cruz, California, the site offers a great view of the Monterey Bay. Inspired by the traditional 'Casali' of Tuscany, the house is designed to incorporate separate elements connected to each other, in order to create the feeling of a village. The house incorporates sustainable and ener… - [Saratoga Rolling Hills Estate, Featured in Dwell Home Tours 2016](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-rolling-hills-estate-featured-in-dwell-home-tours-2016-pj-vj~28165) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 33 - Description: Private Residence, Saratoga, CA This Saratoga estate is situated to follow the form of the hillside brow. The interconnection of the different elements of the house forms a modern sculptural composition in the rural landscape. An infinity edge pool and roof-top deck highlight magnificent valley views. The project was one of five Silicon Valley homes featured in Dwell Home Tours 2016. Brombal Magazine featured Rolling Hills Estate in its May 2016 issue, highlighting the unique metal / wood clad w… - [Silicon Valley Contemporary Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/silicon-valley-contemporary-estate-pj-vj~28185) - Location: Monte Sereno, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: Private Residence, Silicon Valley, CA A home for relaxation and enjoyment of the warm California climate, this Silicon Valley estate incorporates large openings to take advantage of valley views. Indoor/outdoor spaces are created by retractable doors, which extend and maximize living space. The roof forms, large covered porches and overhangs recall a tropical locale. The home incorporates many "green" building features. Solar panels integrate with the standing seam metal roof to supplement heati… - [Los Altos Hills Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hills-contemporary-pj-vj~28172) - Location: Los Altos Hills, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: Private Residence, Los Altos Hills, CA Simple forms are the make-up of this contemporary hillside home. Open spaces for the kitchen, living, and dining flow together to allow for flexibility and efficiency. The main living space opens to a generous covered patio area facilitating indoor/outdoor living. Flat roofs with parapets conceal solar arrays that supplement energy production. Overhangs are strategically placed to sufficiently serve their intended function, while still allowing the building… - [Los Altos Hawaiian Villa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hawaiian-villa-pj-vj~28192) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: Private Residence, Los Altos, CA Tropical style living is reinforced by water features at the front and rear of the home. The design embraces the outdoors by incorporating retractable sliding pocket doors along the entire rear of the house, creating generous indoor/outdoor spaces, culminating with the 75' lap pool. Exotic woods and textures encourage warmth and comfort. Such features include palm columns, bamboo cabinets, cork and bamboo floors, cambara wood beams, cedar ceilings, alder and maho… - [Corralitos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corralitos-pj-vj~2512177) - Location: Corralitos, CA - Photos: 13 - [Cupertino Hillside Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cupertino-hillside-home-pj-vj~28189) - Location: Cupertino, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: Private Residence, Cupertino, CA Simple forms driven by budget considerations are the make-up of this modern home. The hillside home incorporates environmentally friendly building materials. Open spaces for the kitchen, living, and dining flow together to allow for flexibility and efficiency. Bedrooms open to a common space to encourage community activities within the family. Terraces and decks along the downhill side of the home integrate living spaces with the outdoors and takes advantage of f… - [Saratoga Hilltop Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-hilltop-contemporary-pj-vj~275293) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 25 - Description: Clean and contemporary takes on new meaning with this 12,000 sq. ft. single family home in the Saratoga Hills. With stunning 360° panoramas of Silicon Valley, this home offers fantastic outdoor living spaces complete with a custom exterior kitchen, corten steel fire pits, and large rooftop entertaining areas. The property includes a guest house, an 85’ infinity pool, and large gardens. Designed with the environment in mind, this home makes the most of its location and features a partial living g… - [Saratoga Rolling Hills Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-rolling-hills-estate-pj-vj~2714864) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: "In order to capture the beautiful views offered from the site, it was most important to consider the right fenestration choices. We wanted to maximize the view, which meant having a minimal profile, yet the client wanted the warmth of the wood. CoorItalia found the optimal choice, a Brombal steel window frame with wood cladding attached on the interior. Utilizing this metal/wood unit, Brombal was instrumental in developing the complex details for oversized windows and bi-folding door units, a m… - [Saratoga Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-hills-pj-vj~281349) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 56 - [Los Altos Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hills-pj-vj~1657242) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 14 - Description: Nestled into a large lot at the end of a cul-de-sac, this home provides a welcoming setting for family life and social gatherings. The clients previous home on the site was demolished. Their new home, all on one level, takes full advantage of the spacious site. Contemporary architecture is complemented with landscape to create modern spaces which flow from outside to inside. A food and flower producing garden takes advantage of the intimate side of the home. An expansive terrace and pool were de… - [Cupertino Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cupertino-contemporary-pj-vj~28194) - Location: Cupertino, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: Private Residence, Cupertino, CA This 4,000 S.F. remodeled home manages to salvage a recently updated portion of the original house. Straight forward geometry, clean lines and details create a contemporary character and stunning impression. The design is light and airy with tall ceilings and abundant windows. The "H"-shaped plan creates intimate courtyard spaces in the front and rear. Colored concrete tiled floors, counter-tops, and fireplace surrounds along with a modern use of materials and co… - [Saratoga English Country Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-english-country-custom-home-pj-vj~31497) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 23 - Description: This private family retreat is a welcome vacation from hectic city life. Features include hardwood floors with in-laid marble, a full basement with an entertainment room, a wine cellar, and elevator access. Creativity is found in the master bedroom, where a barrel vaulted ceiling with curved beams and transom windows balance with simple traditional furniture pieces, which makes the large space feel cozy and inviting. Architect: Louie Leu Architect Interior Designer: Anne Munemitsu - [Saratoga Mediterranean Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-mediterranean-custom-home-pj-vj~30439) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 18 - Description: This 9000 square foot home was built with an active young Saratoga family in mind. In the entry, foliated style arches and carved stone pillars are executed to perfection. An array of complex vaulted ceilings accent the home, creating an open, inviting atmosphere. A lush granite soaking tub overlooks a view of the mountains. Downstairs, the playful basement floor showcases an artistic design of stained concrete. Outside, a barbeque and entertainment area provide the perfect location for friends… - [Atherton "Kasbah"](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atherton-kasbah-pj-vj~38217) - Location: Atherton, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: Created for entertainment, Moroccan themes are playfully implemented. Original Moroccan artifacts, rich textures and materials were meticulously assembled. The two story 'Kasbah' includes a dance studio and performance theater in the basement, a great room, kitchen and bar on the main level. Slide-away doors open the great room to the rear yard for an indoor/outdoor ambiance. Interior Designer: Barry Johnson Design Photographer: Sharon Risedorph [See all 20 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/louie-leu-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~1040304104) ## Ideabooks - [Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7065909/list/ideas) — 11 ideas - [Modern farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17871338/list/modern-farmhouse) — 20 ideas - [Wine wall cellar](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/49821892/list/wine-wall-cellar) — 8 ideas - [Zhang](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17639139/list/zhang) — 21 ideas - [Lee Sakamoto](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17643636/list/lee-sakamoto) — 6 ideas [See all 5 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/louieleu) ## Community Q&A **Q: I'm interested in the cabinets** *(in Photo Questions)* I'm curious what type of material, color and manufacturer are the cabinets? They are beautiful! A: Rift Cut white oak, Clear stain **Q: What is the paint color** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Sorry, do not have that info. the project was done long ago. **Q: What is the mfg of the recessed lighting ?** *(in Photo Questions)* Fantastic square recessed lighting! Where can I purchase? A: The fixtures are IRIS brand, but there are many other manufacturers that make fixtures with square trims. It all depends on the type of light that is required for the space and the desired appearance. **Q: elevator compnay?** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the name of the company that makes this elevator? A: ACME elevators, it is a customized cab **Q: Where do you buy the sails? Do they last?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: There are many sources of shade canopies. You can discuss durability with them www.shadecomforts.com www.tensileshadeproducts.com www.shadesystemsinc.com www.parasolnet.com www.ghbruce.com **Q: Fabulous room! Can you tell me where I can purchase the chandelier?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: John Pomp Studios produces the chandeliers --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*