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address: "12526 High Bluff Drive, San Diego, California 92130, United States"
latitude: 32.9555
longitude: -117.2252
phone: "(858) 756-8585"
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# Elevation Architectural Studios

Original Houzz profile: [Elevation Architectural Studios](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/elevation-architectural-studios-pfvwus-pf~1132468886)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** San Diego, CA
- **Serves:** San Diego, Rancho Santa Fe, North County San Diego, Southern California, East Coast, Asia
- **Houzz rating:** 0.0 out of 5 (0 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2013–2017), for Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- 100,000 Ideabook Saves

Elevation is Southern California's Premiere luxury residential architecture firm.  Located in the Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe area, our experienced team of designers, architects and computer expert are providing our clients timeless, elegant design solutions tailored to fit their lifestyles.

We are a customer-oriented company that prides itself on listening to our clients' needs and then creating our clients' vision.  We are team players and know the value of interfacing harmoniously with engineers, interior designers, consultants and builders.  Our designers are well versed in today's design styles and trends, green solutions and we use chef consultants for our kitchen designs.  California is about indoor/outdoor living and that is what we specialize in designing.

### Services Provided

- Remodel
- New Home
- Full service architectural design firm

### Areas Served

- San Diego
- Rancho Santa Fe
- North County San Diego
- Southern California
- East Coast
- Asia

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Elevation Architectural Studios |
| Address | 12526 High Bluff Drive, San Diego, California 92130, United States |
| Phone | (858) 756-8585 |
| Website | http://homesbyelevation.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 374 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/pages/homesbyelevation/226940250670637
- X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/homesbyelev

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Elevation Architectural Studios](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/elevation-architectural-studios-pfvwus-pf~1132468886)
- **Website:** http://homesbyelevation.com
- **Phone:** (858) 756-8585

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- San DIego Magazine Home of the Year, Ranch & Coast Magazine Bath of the Year

- **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2013–2017), for Design.

## Selected projects

- [Upcoming projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upcoming-projects-pj-vj~48478)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
- [4. On The Boards](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/4-on-the-boards-pj-vj~56402)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 17
- [3. Rancho Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/3-rancho-retreat-pj-vj~45478)
  - Location: Rancho Santa Fe, CA
  - Photos: 24
  - Description: The house was sited on the 3-acre property to take advantage of the afternoon breezes and to maximize the southern backyard exposure. A home for a young family to grow into and sized for the family to be comfortable after the kids leave for college, gave the home a legacy for possibly several generations. Taking its design cues from the simple courtyard homes designed by Lilian Rice and other local architects from the past, this elegant estate provides a simple, yet refined structure to spend fa…
- [Contemporary Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-renovation-pj-vj~55922)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 13
- [2. Luxury modern home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2-luxury-modern-home-pj-vj~44209)
  - Location: Corona del Mar, CA
  - Photos: 23
  - Description: Stylish modern interior
- [1. Old World Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/1-old-world-estate-pj-vj~48121)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 33
- [Solana Beach](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/solana-beach-pj-vj~56399)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Santa Luz 7](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-luz-7-pj-vj~56387)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 29
- [Carrizo Dr.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carrizo-dr-pj-vj~56385)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Ranch View Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ranch-view-terrace-pj-vj~56119)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Del Mar Lot 60](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/del-mar-lot-60-pj-vj~48533)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Del Mar Lot 68](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/del-mar-lot-68-pj-vj~48530)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Fallbrook](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fallbrook-pj-vj~48520)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 18
- [Seaview Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/seaview-estate-pj-vj~48497)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
- [Del Mar Meadows 85](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/del-mar-meadows-85-pj-vj~48488)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [La Jolla](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/la-jolla-pj-vj~48486)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Tasteful Tuscan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tasteful-tuscan-pj-vj~45484)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 24
  - Description: The program was developed for a family of five with two school-aged children and one college student. A two story scheme was chosen to gain the desired exterior courtyard space and take advantage of the distant ocean views from the second floor master suite. The first floor was designed to take advantage of the lot and maximize the interior and exterior spaces and relationships. Three distinct courtyards were created. The second floor was designed in two distinct wings off of the main stair seco…
- [California Hillside Craftsmen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-hillside-craftsmen-pj-vj~45492)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 18
- [Nortons Point Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nortons-point-estate-pj-vj~43745)
  - Location: Nortons Point Massachusetts, MA
  - Photos: 11

[See all 19 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/elevation-architectural-studios-pfvwus-pf~1132468886)

## Ideabooks

- [mt. soledad bathroom inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4935513/list/mt-soledad-bathroom-inspiration) — 1 idea
- [Mt. Soledad bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4291231/list/mt-soledad-bathroom) — 27 ideas
- [O'Souza Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4449870/list/o-souza-kitchen) — 1 idea
- [Neptune1](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3829021/list/neptune1) — 25 ideas
- [Neptune\_rooftop pool](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3780185/list/neptune-rooftop-pool) — 30 ideas
- [Neptune\_Meditation](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3779650/list/neptune-meditation) — 19 ideas
- [Neptune\_ movie theatre](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3778595/list/neptune-movie-theatre) — 40 ideas
- [Neptune\_exercise](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3809915/list/neptune-exercise) — 16 ideas
- [Neptune\_Puerta Vallarta house](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3814858/list/neptune-puerta-vallarta-house) — 23 ideas
- [Neptune\_bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3451538/list/neptune-bedroom) — 11 ideas
- [Vaastu Homes \_ Neptune](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3293011/list/vaastu-homes-neptune) — 5 ideas

[See all 11 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/homesbyelevation)

## Community Q&A

**Q: What kind of windows can allow for this openness??** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: This is a lift and slide custom window from Southland Windows and Doors in Southern California.

**Q: Front doors** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where did you get the beautiful front doors?

A: Thanks for the question. These doors were purchased from an old home in Mexico City from a small antique store.

**Q: I love to know where could I buy a Fireplace cover like the one in the picture?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The stone is Montana Red Fieldstone purchased from Modern Building Supply in San Marcos, CA

**Q: Doors** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where do you buy these doors?

A: Custom Doors by Jensen Doors in SAn Marcos, CA

**Q: Gorgeous Door. Where can I find it?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: This Custom Wine Cellar Door was made by Jensen Door Systems in San Marcos, California and the wrought iron was made by Custom Lights and Iron in San Diego, CA

**Q: Love this house. What is the exterior material and color?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The exterior is made of cedar shingles stained Cape Cod Grey. The wood trim is painted in china white

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*