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# Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.

Original Houzz profile: [Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kevin-rugee-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~1291912617)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Coronado, CA
- **Serves:** San Diego, Imperial Beach, Coronado, Hill Crest San Diego, Mission Hills San Diego, Ocean Beach San Diego, Point Loma San Diego
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2019), for Design.

## About

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Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc. has had projects featured in publications including San Diego Home & Garden Lifestyles magazine, Coronado Lifestyle magazine and La Jolla Light.

KRAI is experienced with projects that include commercial and industrial buildings, single family residential, historic restoration, seismic retrofit, tenant improvements, restaurants, hotels, parking structures, private school work, firearms training facilities, office buildings and evaluations of existing conditions and repair design for distressed structures.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Kitchen Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Floor Plans
- Bathroom Design
- Space Planning
- Drafting
- Historic Building Conservation
- Basement Remodeling
- Basement Design
- Deck Design
- Laundry Room Design

### Areas Served

- San Diego
- Imperial Beach
- Coronado
- Hill Crest San Diego
- Mission Hills San Diego
- Ocean Beach San Diego
- Point Loma San Diego

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc. |
| Address | 1024 Isabella Avenue, Coronado, California 92118, United States |
| Phone | (619) 522-9504 |
| Website | http://www.architectrugee.com |
| License Number | C15956 |
| Followers on Houzz | 254 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/pages/kevin-rugee-architect-inc/149459878430527
- X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/architect\_rugee
- LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/kevin-rugee/40/907/352

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kevin-rugee-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~1291912617)
- **Website:** http://www.architectrugee.com
- **Phone:** (619) 522-9504

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2019), for Design.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews**

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — Rick and Anne Wilcoxon, July 2017**

> Kevin Rugee designed our dream home in Coronado, CA. From our first planning meeting until the last nail was pounded, Kevin was there for us! He listened to our desires; found a way to make most of them work and had just the right suggestions when our expectations were not practical. Kevin delivered on time and within our budget. We love our new home! And would love to show it off to any of Kevin's future customers.

**★★★★★ — David Lowenberg, June 2017**

> Kevin is a high quality professional who was very responsive to our needs in desires in the design  and development of our new home.  Kevin was thoughtful and sensitive to what my wife and I wanted, and always gave us options.
>
> Kevin was available when we needed to contact him and gave us good turnaround on the blueprint considerations.  We love our house and Kevin Rugee was a key reason why we are happy.

**★★★★★ — Nicolls Design Build, Dec. 2013**

> Kevin and his team drew my home in Kensington. It was beyond what we asked for.  I would highly recommend him. His expertise and kind nature make designing a home/business a delight.

**★★★★★ — sydneyjean, Aug. 2013**

> I hired Kevin after driving all around our town to learn about the styles and character of houses that were designed by local architects. It was Kevin's work that we liked as it stood out as the most balanced in design, proportion and "fit" in each neighborhood. Kevin has subsequenntly designed two houses for our family that have been built and are now being lived in.  Each project gave Kevin a chance to work through design complex issues - which he solved very creatively. He is very collaborative and a real professional. We would highly recommend Kevin Rugee as an architect with lots of experience who does excellent work.

**★★★★★ — tommyowen, June 2013**

> As the owner of a local real estate brokerage, I have toured many of  Kevin's homes over the years.  He does a great job, and I would highly recommend him to anyone building in Coronado.

**★★★★★ — Cabochon Surfaces & Fixtures, Jan. 2013**

> We have had the privilege of working on several projects with the wonderful architect Kevin Rugee. All of our clients who have been involved with him speak very highly of his work and are so pleased with the end results. His attention to detail is unmatched and truly shows through in his designs; we are always thrilled when a project with his artistic vision comes our way.

## Selected projects

- [Isabella Coastal Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/isabella-coastal-home-pj-vj~5699747)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 19
- [Hawaiian-Contemporary Resort Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hawaiian-contemporary-resort-living-pj-vj~2343955)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 19
  - Description: Coronado Island home remodeled in 2016 to take on a contemporary Hawaiian resort feel.
- [Historic Cottage Makeover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-cottage-makeover-pj-vj~2343988)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 8
- [Churchill Place Coronado](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/churchill-place-coronado-pj-vj~1553734)
  - Location: San Diego, CA
  - Photos: 18
  - Description: Historic Renovation in Coronado, CA Churchill Place was a whole house remodel in Coronado. The home was originally built in 1949, and the homeowners wanted to maintain its original beach bungalow charm. The designer worked diligently to replicate period details but still provide the modern conveniences available today. Details such as faux cabinet hinges, crystal door hardware, detailed ceiling beams and bead board wainscoting add to the vintage cottage charm, while modern conveniences are found…
- [Coronado Coastal Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coronado-coastal-cottage-pj-vj~340183)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 10
- [Historic Sherman Mansion Restoration](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-sherman-mansion-restoration-pj-vj~268255)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: Restoration of a well known two-story Italian Renaissance style historic home on Coronado. The house was originally designed by Architect Reginald D. Johnson for Frederick B. Sherman in 1915. It is historically known as the Sherman Mansion and more commonly known to Coronado residents as the Darnell Mansion, after James and Barbara Darnell, the third owners of this residence. The original 5,200 square foot, sixteen-room home is situated on a 28,000 square foot lot. It has a stucco exterior and d…
- [Spanish Style Contemporary Makeover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-style-contemporary-makeover-pj-vj~1258855)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 23
- [Spanish Style Ranch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-style-ranch-pj-vj~340200)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 16
- [California Ranch Style Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-ranch-style-outdoor-living-pj-vj~1259279)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: This California ranch style home received a total outdoor face lift. Adding new front and back porches gives the owner, friends, and family room to enjoy the beautiful outdoor weather while still getting the shade they need from the California sun. New siding, windows, and exterior doors enhance and refresh the home.
- [California Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-cottage-pj-vj~1275379)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: This recently restored coastal cottage sits directly across from the Coronado Golf Course, overlooking the Coronado Bay. These great views are taken advantage of through indoor-outdoor spaces, such as the added terrace at the entrance of the home, as well as vaulted ceilings that bring light into the interior of the space. This remodel stayed true to the integrity of the home, making for a beautiful addition to the Coronado skyline.
- [Mediterranean Manor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-manor-pj-vj~269927)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: Mediterranean style house in Coronado, CA
- [Coronado-Style Nantucket](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coronado-style-nantucket-pj-vj~269934)
  - Location: Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Coronado-Style Nantucket house designed in 2002, built in 2005.
- [Craftsman Style Homes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craftsman-style-homes-pj-vj~107388)
  - Location: San Diego and Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Craftsman Style Homes done by Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.
- [Spanish Colonial & Mediterranean Style Homes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-colonial-and-mediterranean-style-homes-pj-vj~107387)
  - Location: San Diego and Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 18
  - Description: Spanish Colonial & Mediterranean Style Homes done by Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.
- [Traditional Style Homes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-style-homes-pj-vj~107391)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
- [Home Transformations](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-transformations-pj-vj~107406)
  - Location: San Diego and Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: A selection of before and after images of homes transformed by Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.
- [Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/interiors-pj-vj~107407)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [KRAI Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/krai-outdoor-living-pj-vj~107390)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
- [It's all in the details](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/it-s-all-in-the-details-pj-vj~107395)
  - Location: San Diego and Coronado, CA
  - Photos: 10

[See all 19 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kevin-rugee-architect-inc-pfvwus-pf~1291912617)

## Ideabooks

- [Riddle](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/112479459/list/riddle) — 3 ideas
- [Spinnaker](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86334850/list/spinnaker) — 9 ideas
- [Chisholm](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77141047/list/chisholm) — 3 ideas
- [McVaney](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72490987/list/mcvaney) — 6 ideas
- [Justice-Miguel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/73780323/list/justice-miguel) — 5 ideas
- [Adamson](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60000393/list/adamson) — 35 ideas
- [Inspirational Spaces!](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/802158/list/inspirational-spaces) — 2 ideas
- [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8723265/list/bathrooms) — 1 idea

[See all 8 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/architectrugee)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Ceiling color** *(in Photo Questions)*

Please what is ceiling color and who supplies it? thanks

A: Hi Nancy, The ceiling manufacturer and color were selected by the owner, I apologize for not being able to list this information. Thanks for the question!

**Q: What brand of bath tub did you use?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The tub was selected by the owner, I apologize for not being able to list this information. Thanks for the question!

**Q: Gorgeous home! What color is the siding? Thank you** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Siding and color was selected by the owner, I apologize for not being able to list this information. Thanks for the question!

**Q: did anyone ask for wall color?** *(in Photo Questions)*

love the gray/green walls

A: Hello, this paint color was selected by the owner. I apologize for not being able to list this information. Thanks for the question!

**Q: what type of roofing material was used for the bottom deck?** *(in Photo Questions)*

we have a upper deck and lower patio -- looking for a finished ceiling in the lower area.

A: Hello annmikerea, the ceiling finish that we specified for this project is a 1x6 tongue and groove with a painted finish. This is a great look for a traditional style house. Hope that helps, Thanks for your question!

**Q: Can you please tell me the manufacturer and model of the garage door?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hello Chris, I believe that this garage door is made by Access Garage Doors located in San Diego, CA. I have attached a link below to their craftsman collection where you will find this style 'CRA5' 

http://www.accessgaragedoor.com/collection\_craftsman.html

Access also has a Houzz profile!

Thanks for your question!

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