--- title: "Cardea Building Co. — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/cardea-building-co-pfvwus-pf~125895560 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~125895560.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Cardea Building Co." category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c39394a00e8c8802_2706-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Available Upon Request, San Francisco, California 94114, United States" latitude: 37.7587 longitude: -122.433 phone: "(415) 758-1829" website: http://cardeabuildingco.com rating: 5 review_count: 7 best_of_houzz_awards: 5 followers: 1370 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Cardea Building Co. Original Houzz profile: [Cardea Building Co.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/cardea-building-co-pfvwus-pf~125895560) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** San Francisco, CA - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2013–2017), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 500,000 Ideabook Saves Cardea Building Co. is a design-oriented, general contracting firm specializing in high-end residential projects in the San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to build quality homes with substance and integrity that embrace the spirit of craftsmen from past generations. Our firm takes great pride in executing projects with precision and exceeding client expectations. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Cardea Building Co. | | Address | Available Upon Request, San Francisco, California 94114, United States | | Phone | (415) 758-1829 | | Website | http://cardeabuildingco.com | | Followers on Houzz | 1370 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Cardea Building Co.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/cardea-building-co-pfvwus-pf~125895560) - **Website:** http://cardeabuildingco.com - **Phone:** (415) 758-1829 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2013–2017), for Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews** ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — Jennifer G, May 2020** > We hired Cardea for a large project in 2019. They kept us updated on all costs, timing and coordinated with our architect and designer. They provided several value engineering solutions in the kitchen and bathrooms, providing helpful feedback as to where money was best spent versus wouldn't be noticed. Highly recommend. **★★★★★ — Keuka Studios, Inc, Dec. 2014** > Cardea chose us to supply one of our contemporary style railings for their deck project. They were great to work with and real craftsman. **★★★★★ — Suzy Pai, June 2014** > Justin remodeled our kitchen and bath in 2010. The craftsmanship is superb. We actually enjoyed the entire process and we'd love to do it again. I was excited to see his pictures on Houzz. It makes me want to move, just so we can do another remodel. **★★★★★ — atelier KS, Feb. 2013** > Cardea Building Co. recently completed an extensive kitchen remodel designed by our studio. Justin and Dan are professional, thoughtful builders who consistently manage quality, schedule, budget and communication. Our clients lived in the house during construction, and Cardea maintained a high level of respect for the clients' home and peace of mind. > > Justin and Dan were thoughtful and collaborative with our design team. The finished space exceeds expectations with superb craftsmanship and detail. **★★★★★ — Fiorella Design, LLC, Feb. 2012** > I worked with Cardea on a beautiful renovation in a high rise building in San Francisco. The project ran smoothly even with the difficulties that San Francisco's Building Dept brings. The quality of work was superb, the response time was immediate. They were great to work with and we will work together again very soon! **★★★★★ — ryant, Jan. 2012** > Cardea just finished a kitchen, dining and living room remodel for me. Their work is top-notch and they did a fantastic job. They also kept things close to budget and on schedule. I was really happy with how responsive they were to e-mails and calls, and they kept me apprised at all times of progress and any issues. Plus, they are just really friendly, nice people, which made working with them that much better. This was my first remodel project and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them and use them again! **★★★★★ — User, Jan. 2012** > I did a significant renovation; master bath which included combining two rooms, a full kitchen remodel, and several other side projects. The experience was outstanding. I can't say enough about the professionalism and quality of the work. The best part is that the people are simply great, intelligent, thoughtful people. I was extremely appreciative that the "to do" lists were all theirs, not mine. A great experience. ## Selected projects - [Scott St. Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scott-st-residence-pj-vj~28585) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 16 - Description: Door System Design By: Cardea Building Co. and Massucco Warner Miller Interior Design & Decoration Door Construction: Liberty Valley Doors Installation: Cardea Building Co. Interior Remodel Interior Design: Massucco Warner Miller Construction: Cardea Building Co. - [Douglas Street Addition and Full Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/douglas-street-addition-and-full-remodel-pj-vj~445757) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 26 - [Noe Valley Modern Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/noe-valley-modern-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~443398) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 4 - Description: Extensive Kitchen, Living and Dining Room Remodel. Walls removed, and re-framed to provide one large open space. Electrical and plumbing upgrades throughout. Custom Rift White Oak cabinets and white stone were used to meet the clients' desire for a bright clean space. Stainless Steel Shelving and Glass Panel details were incorporated to create a modern appeal. - [26th Ave. - Seacliff Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/26th-ave-seacliff-remodel-pj-vj~214152) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 33 - [20th Ave. Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/20th-ave-remodel-pj-vj~213138) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 36 - Description: Working with the client’s design team, Cardea Building Co. performed an extensive remodel of this 4000 square foot home in San Francisco’s Lake District. The goal of the project was to open up the floor plan to provide better flow between the main entertaining and living areas and to provide the client a better connection to the beautiful scenery surrounding their property. By removing a number of walls and changing the layout of the kitchen, family room, and living/dining room, the clients have… - [Noe Valley Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/noe-valley-remodel-pj-vj~20321) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 22 - Description: This large-scale exterior and interior renovation was necessary to bring the house up to current seismic standards. Structural reinforcements, new electrical, plumbing and audio visual systems were worked into a new floorplan. Arts and Crafts details were incorporated into the design to help bring this home bring this home up to date. Design and Construction: Cardea Building Co. - [California St. Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-st-remodel-pj-vj~216364) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 17 - [Lower Haight Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lower-haight-remodel-pj-vj~31087) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 36 - Description: Working with a busy, young professional client doing his first major remodel, we set out to manage the design and construction process while efficiently keeping him involved in the ownership of major design decision. The condo unit required a revised floor plan layout and new finishes throughout. This extensive Kitchen, Living and Dining Room Remodel required removal of walls, and new ceiling and roof framing to provide one large open space. New energy efficient windows and a remote controlled v… - [Cole Valley - Complete House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cole-valley-complete-house-remodel-pj-vj~27696) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 56 - Description: Design and Construction by Cardea Building Co. 4000+ sq.ft., complete seismic upgrade, excavation of ground floor, additional living space and dormers added to existing attic. All new systems, floor, trim, finshes throughout - [One Rincon - Interior Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/one-rincon-interior-remodel-pj-vj~30071) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: Extensive Interior Remodel involving the removal of walls to open up the entertaining/living spaces, which in turn allows for dramatic panoramic views over the entire city of San Francisco. The client wanted to upgrade the feel of the unit and give it a unique touch through the installation of high-end finishes, new lighting and custom casework. The master bathroom was remodeled to incorporate a sleek floor to ceiling glass wall and door system over new stone flooring. The new layout and sophist… - [Seacliff Residence Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/seacliff-residence-remodel-pj-vj~20363) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 14 - Description: The extensive remodel of this early-1900's residence in the Seacliff District of San Francisco transformed this once dark home into a bright and spacious living space. The goal of this project was to integrate contemporary elements into the existing traditional details of the home. Our team of skilled craftsmen removed selected walls throughout the entire house to open existing rooms and modernize the floor plan. We designed and built custom cabinets for both the kitchen and bathrooms to complem… - [One Rincon Residential High-Rise](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/one-rincon-residential-high-rise-pj-vj~20330) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 17 - Description: This high-rise residential project required the removal of existing walls to expand the living and entertaining areas. A new lighting plan and new finishes throughout allow this modern space to realize the potential of its great skyline views. Interior Design: Jonathan Rachman Design Construction: Cardea Building Co. - [Castro Staircase](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/castro-staircase-pj-vj~20723) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 2 - Description: Our team demonstrated its skill and attention to detail by executing a complex, cutting-edge design created by architect David Mast. This complex project required our carpenters to construct a multi-story interior staircase utilizing rift cut white oak with custom-made stainless steel and glass railing system. Architect: David Mast Design Construction: Cardea Building Co. - [Powhattan Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/powhattan-residence-pj-vj~20722) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: This unique 1970's home in San Francisco is situated on a doublewide lot and adjacent to green hillside easement. Jon Peterson of Design Conspiracy, drew a plan for extensive exterior and interior renovations to establish a clear, cohesive and current architectural style. Exterior geometric forms are clarified through delineation of materials, textures and colors. Common elements around windows and doors are intended to unify and establish a modern vernacular for the interior. New windows along… - [Upper Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-terrace-pj-vj~24858) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: Construction & Photography: Cardea Building Co. Design & Color Consultant: David van Dommelen [See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/cardea-building-co-pfvwus-pf~125895560) ## Ideabooks - [Douglass Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1880781/list/douglass-kitchen) — 11 ideas - [Douglass Stair Design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31406140/list/douglass-stair-design) — 10 ideas - [26 railing](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25617301/list/26-railing) — 5 ideas - [Douglass Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2203737/list/douglass-bathroom) — 13 ideas - [21 Interior Details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11691997/list/21-interior-details) — 1 idea - [21 exterior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8468771/list/21-exterior) — 10 ideas - [Douglass](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2203742/list/douglass) — 17 ideas - [29](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5452451/list/29) — 1 idea - [26 Windows](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2481334/list/26-windows) — 5 ideas - [26 Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5293505/list/26-master-bath) — 1 idea - [Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1269844/list/lighting) — 6 ideas - [26 Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4614867/list/26-fireplace) — 1 idea - [26 Bookcase](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4125015/list/26-bookcase) — 18 ideas - [26 Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4128480/list/26-kitchen) — 1 idea - [26 Exterior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3116162/list/26-exterior) — 3 ideas - [26 Dining Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3003405/list/26-dining-room) — 1 idea - [Kitchen Design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1273449/list/kitchen-design) — 38 ideas - [Interior Details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1350320/list/interior-details) — 20 ideas - [Tile Details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1358984/list/tile-details) — 7 ideas - [Stairs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2532640/list/stairs) — 11 ideas [See all 30 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/cardeabuilding) ## Community Q&A **Q: Your paint is always perfect! What color are the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks. It's BM Balboa Mist **Q: What brand are the ceiling lights?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: schoolhouse Electric **Q: Backsplash height** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you recall how many inches high the backsplash is? A: It's about 2" **Q: What is a size of bathtub? What is a size of bathroom?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It's a Kohler tub 66" long. **Q: Range** *(in Photo Questions)* what model size name model A: Its a 36" Thermador gas range. **Q: Where are the mirrors from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: We just made them from stock we purchased from a picture frame shop. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*