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# ODS Architecture

> Bay Area Architecture & Interiors \| New Homes & Major Transformations

Original Houzz profile: [ODS Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/ods-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1736517948)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Emeryville, CA
- **Serves:** San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland, Santa Rosa, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Berkeley, San Mateo, Redwood City, Mountain View, Napa, Milpitas, Alameda, Walnut Creek, Palo Alto, San Rafael, Cupertino, Danville, Pacifica, Menlo Park, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Saratoga, Burlingame, San Carlos, Belmont, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Mill Valley, Alamo, Larkspur, Half Moon Bay, Healdsburg, Hillsborough, Piedmont, Sonoma, Corte Madera, Tiburon, Los Altos Hills, Kentfield, Sausalito, Atherton, Saint Helena, Woodside, Portola Valley, Belvedere, Geyserville, Kensington, Milbrae
- **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (47 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 17 awards (2015–2026), for Design, Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Pro Software User
- Star Houzzer
- 5 Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 100,000 Ideabook Saves
- Best of Houzz winner
- Award winning
- 38 years in business

### Business highlights

- Best of Houzz winner
- 38 years in business
- Award winning

Projects ranging from Silicon Valley to Wine Country, from urban San Francisco to open country in Saratoga, bay side homes in Tiburon to the neighborhoods of Menlo Park and Atherton, working with the best builders in California, designing new homes and remodels, both outside and inside, we provide a seamless start to finish process.  Creating buildings and spaces for living and working that are simple, efficient and unique to the owners and problems that need to be solved. The solution is the coming together of all these elements, which can be modern with elegant proportions or a transition between traditional and contemporary that benefits both.

Custom single-family residences starting at $1.5 Million. 
Single-family residence remodels and additions starting at $1 Million. 
Surgical single-family residence remodels starting at $500,000. 
Condominium remodels starting at $500,000. 
Interior design including furniture selection starting at $250,000. 
Façade and curb appeal improvement remodels starting at $500,000.  

Provided are full design services including extensive 3D modeling, planning and building department coordination, color, materials and lighting design, and construction supervision through project completion. Our process involves several builder pricing sessions until the design and cost are comfortable. Builders we work with are known by us to be reliable, proven and experienced in working with us, creating the details and familiar with the manufacturers and materials we utilize. Detailed time schedules are made to describe the project milestones so the process can be planned and controlled.

With over twenty years of experience, our design team works within a system that ensures that clients’ goals are achieved, control over budget is maintained and the project moves forward in a logical, consistent manner. The design, permit, bid and construction process may seem dizzying—our goal is to create a manageable process with gratifying end results. Our knowledge of colors, materials, plumbing fixtures, hardware, doors and windows, appliances, lighting fixtures, give owners total control over the end result. Recommended is everything needed to move into the finished product.

Estimates are for discussion and conceptual budget purposes only. Please contact us to discuss further.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Kitchen Design
- Sustainable Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Floor Plans
- Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Green Building
- Bathroom Design
- Space Planning
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Universal Design
- Multigenerational Homes
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Home Restoration
- Drafting
- Historic Building Conservation
- Project Management
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Outdoor Kitchen Design
- Basement Remodeling
- Mudroom Design
- Basement Design
- Staircase Design
- Deck Design
- Garage Design
- Laundry Room Design
- Landscape Plans
- Passive Solar Heating & Cooling
- Home Gym Design & Construction
- Custom Home

### Areas Served

- San Jose
- San Francisco
- Oakland
- Santa Rosa
- Sunnyvale
- Santa Clara
- Berkeley
- San Mateo
- Redwood City
- Mountain View
- Napa
- Milpitas
- Alameda
- Walnut Creek
- Palo Alto
- San Rafael
- Cupertino
- Danville
- Pacifica
- Menlo Park
- Los Gatos
- Los Altos
- Saratoga
- Burlingame
- San Carlos
- Belmont
- Lafayette
- Orinda
- Moraga
- Mill Valley
- Alamo
- Larkspur
- Half Moon Bay
- Healdsburg
- Hillsborough
- Piedmont
- Sonoma
- Corte Madera
- Tiburon
- Los Altos Hills
- Kentfield
- Sausalito
- Atherton
- Saint Helena
- Woodside
- Portola Valley
- Belvedere
- Geyserville
- Kensington
- Milbrae

### Typical Job Cost

$500,000 - 10,000,000

Custom single-family residences starting from $1.5 Million. Major single-family residence remodels and additions from $1 Million. Surgical single-family residence remodels starting from $500,000. Condominium remodels start at $500,000. 
Interior design including furniture selection from $250,000. Façade and curb appeal improvement remodels starting at $500,000.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | ODS Architecture |
| Address | 5895 Doyle Street, Emeryville, California 94608, United States |
| Phone | (510) 595-1300 |
| Website | http://www.odsarchitecture.com |
| License Number | C35747 |
| Years in business | 38 |
| Followers on Houzz | 2136 |

**Social profiles:**
- Blog — https://www.odsarchitecture.com/
- Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/ods.architecture/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [ODS Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/ods-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1736517948)
- **Website:** http://www.odsarchitecture.com
- **Phone:** (510) 595-1300

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Best of Houzz 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018
- Marina Blvd - 2016 CotY National Winner for Landscape Design/Outdoor Living
- AIA East Bay Home Tour 2017
- AIA Marin Home Tour 2012
- S.F. Chronicle 2010
- Residential Architect 2010
- S.F. Chronicle 2009
- Design for Living 2007
- Retail Design 2007

- **Best of Houzz:** 17 awards (2015–2026), for Design, Service.

**Affiliations**
- [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471)
- [AIA East Bay](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-east-bay-pfvwus-pf~789616700)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 47 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 5.0
- Communication: 5.0
- Value: 4.8

### Featured Review

**★★★★★ — timchao, Jan. 2025**

> We started working with ODS in the middle of the pandemic to do a whole home remodel.  Having never done anything remotely like this before, ODS guided us through the entire process and were an invaluable resource and partner in all the decisions that we needed to make for a project of this size.  Even though we didn't have a clear idea of what we wanted at the beginning and our ideas changed throughout the process, we ended up with a home that we absolutely love living in.  When we receive compliments on the design of our house, we are always quick to give credit to ODS for their vision of what could be done.  ODS steadily moved the project through the numerous city requirements of planning reviews, neighborhood meetings, and permitting. They were great about knowing how to gently (sometimes directly) guide us towards good choices that we now recognize make a huge difference in how we use our space.  Anytime we had questions, needed more information, or encountered issues with the project, ODS was quick to respond and offer solutions.  We really can't say enough about how great our experience has been with ODS and how pleased we are with the end result.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Thank you so much, Tim! It was truly a pleasure working with you and it makes us so happy to hear you and the family are enjoying your new home!

### All 47 reviews

**★★★★★ — Rick and Cindy, May 2023**

> Working with the ODS team of Alan, Philip, Dmitry, Carina and Toune made a potentially overwhelming process smooth and manageable - which led to a once in a lifetime, fantastic result.  We love the home they designed.  After helping with contractor selection, they provided high quality of service, thoughtful architectural and interior design advice, and a very high quality of build home.
>
> We did a whole house renovation, using both ODS’s architectural and interior design teams.  Our house needed a lot of help on the inside and outside.  The process started with giving the architects a “wish list” of what we were looking for, and with that they gave us two plans to look at. It was eye-opening to see the conceptual drawings. From there we selected a base plan that evolved as part of the design and build process.  Working within our budget, ODS “value engineered” a design that gave us the look and feel we wanted while bringing down the building cost. As a result of collaborative work among ODS, our GC and us, in the end the final design and product was even better than the original concept design that we started with.
>
> What could have been better?   Not much.  Designing in built-in window treatments and working with ODS earlier in the process was probably one aspect that might have worked more smoothly if we went back and did it again.  As an overall matter, we would not hesitate to recommend the ODS team.  We absolutely love our house and nearly one year later, still remark almost daily on some aspect or design that reminds us of what a great house they were able to build.

**★★★★★ — jklipton1026, May 2023**

> We employed Ohashi Design Studio to reimagine our entire space.  They designed a beautiful, modern home in our mid-century modern neighborhood.  It was important to us to keep the single-story design.  Alan, Philip and the rest of the team were responsive, professional and most of all, patient, as we went through the process of making all of the decisions necessary in a new build.  They provided expert advice while allowing us to take ownership of some of the material choices.  Our twins were two when we started the process, and they were always welcoming and accommodating to our boys during office visits.  We always remember Alan's parting words to us, just as we gave him the verbal commitment..."You will be blown away."  And we are.  We are living in our dream home, and feel fortunate to have worked with ODS.

**★★★★★ — W Dillon, Jan. 2022**

> It has been now two years since Alan OHASHI and his associates at ODS design created a gem  from our modern 1960s home in San Francisco. At every step of the way, they were visionary, professional, and diligent in every way. The ultimate product is a delight. Every day we enjoy our home, which is energy efficient and visually pleasing. We highly recommend ODS Architecture!

**★★★★★ — W Dillon, March 2021**

> We employed the ODS team after extensively researching architectural firms with an eye towards modern simplistic lines. We were delighted with the professionalism, engagement, and final product. After 2.5 years of work -one year planning and 15 months of construction we are delighted with the product!

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Wonderful project and homeowners for a totally unique modern home remodel in San Francisco, truly there is nothing else close to being similar, so every idea and solution had to be original and creative. Bill & Irene owners were completely onboard and supportive through the whole process.

**★★★★★ — Maggie Julcher, Jan. 2020**

> The ODS design team is such a pleasure to work with. They are very professional. They take great care in listening to what their client is looking for on each project. We have collaborated together to source a variety of hard surface materials for their projects, porcelains, ceramics and stone, working to find what would be best for the project. There is a focus on detail to ensure an excellent outcome.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Always great to work with Ann Sacks and Maggie is the best!

**★★★★★ — Rockson Liu, Sept. 2019**

> We worked with ODS Architecture for our whole house remodel.  We love the final result!  The house is now modern, energy efficient and a perfect fit for our family.  Alan, Philip and Dmitry were very professional and easy to work with.  I would recommend them highly!
>
> By no means was the process easy.  I don't think remodel can ever be easy.  Our initial wish list resulted in a design that was way over our budget.  However, after going through the initial design process, Dmitry and Philip helped us find alternative designs to bring the scope of work to a more manageable budget.  They were very patient throughout the whole process.  They worked at our pace, and communication was excellent throughout.  I always felt they had our best interests in mind.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> A complex project where we started out over budget after following the wish list from the owners, worked with them to whittle the scope of work down to meet their cost expectations.  As a result it took longer than usual in the design and pricing phase but the end result was worth it.  Everyone is very happy and the home looks great.

**★★★★★ — RSR DEVELOPMENT DESIGN/BUILD, April 2019**

> We worked with ODS on multiple projects; marquee residential remodeling in Orinda and Lafayette, California.
>
> The team is very detail oriented and extremely professional.
> It was great working in the field with ODS' guidance and input, making sure that the quality of work was finished as per details.  They are a fantastic Group that is able to consolidate both Architecture and Interior Design into the project. They are helpful, considerate and Alan, Philip and Christopher are an absolute pleasure to work with. We look forward to working on future projects together.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> RSR Development were great partners in the construction of an unusual project, to build a second residence on an adjoining property, connected by a suspended bridge that was both dining room and hallway.  This involved the construction of a new home and the renovation of an existing home at the same time.  RSR already had the owner's trust from earlier projects, and what could have been a difficult project was made easy because of RSR's work.

**★★★★★ — WPA San Francisco, Jan. 2019**

> ODS works creatively and tirelessly on their clients' behalf; always thoughtful and resourceful. They are a pleasure to work with and always looking for the best options for their clients. Whether you have a residential or commercial project and want top-notch design, I recommend them highly.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> It has been a great pleasure to work with WPA San Francisco, and particularly Eriche. She works endlessly to make sure our clients are happy. She is communicative and always willing to go above and beyond. She has been a delight and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.

**★★★★★ — HU-291619088, Jan. 2019**

> I have had the privilege to  work with Ohashi Design Studio  on many Projects and look forward to the years ahead.  They provide a complete package ,  to enable our company to create someone’s dream come true. Their staff is very well versed and knowledgeable with all the latest materials, detailed oriented and create the best use for the space provided.
> All th Best,
> JCD Builders Inc.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Jeff DiDomenico and his firm JCD Builders have been good partners for us for many years and we envision this continuing.  We enjoy working with his team and know that his quality and attention to detail are exactly what we need to execute our projects.  We currently have several major new homes under construction with JCD and things are going well.

**★★★★★ — Hsiaochien Chuang, Dec. 2018**

> Solid on design creativity and construction practicality, ODS is the key partner and the strong leader to a project’s success. Philip and the team were talented, resourceful, and open-minded.  We, Studio H2, are proud to be part of many great projects we collaborated as the landscape architect.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Studio H2 / Landscape Architecture we work with consistently to achieve the look we desire for our projects, inside and out.  Their clean aesthetics and pure lines compliment our architecture with equally good looking and drought tolerant plant selection.

**★★★★★ — Chris M, Dec. 2018**

> ODS did an amazing job with our whole home remodel.   They truly listened to all of our ideas and wants and combined our style with their own innovative and creative design ideas to make an amazing home for us. We have the highest recommendations for them and you may contact ODS if you are interested in speaking to us for a personal reference.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Chris and Peggy the owners are both in the medical field and very busy - we took their Piedmont home and were given the creative space to transform it - while respecting their budget.  A team effort, owners, designers and builders in good sync makes for a great project.

**★★★★★ — Brandon, Dec. 2018**

> Throw away any misconceptions you may have of Architectural & Design Firms; The Team at ODS "do it" Different and they "do it" Better! From a B to B standpoint, they are truly a pleasure to work with! It's always great to work with a firm that cares more about their clients than their bottom line.  It shows in how well Organized, Efficient, Communicative and most importantly Professional they are. These attributes not only make the end user happy, but it shows in there beautiful body of work.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> We enjoy our relationship with Brandon at NCKB - New Century Kitchen & Bath - they have the products we like and back it up with professional service and advice.

**★★★★★ — RAHUL CHINTHAGUNTA, Dec. 2018**

> Great Firm with Great working environment and skill. We work to provide engineering design for several projects to this architectural firm and would love to provide our support and services for further projects.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> We really value the support that Rahul and his team at M+R Engineering gives us, having control over all the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems of buildings is invaluable.  M+R is integral to our success in designing great custom homes that work as well as they look.

**★★★★★ — Peter Yu, Dec. 2018**

> We have worked with quite a number of architectural firms, and ODS stands out as one of the top.  We find their work to be very detail oriented.  While achieving a high level of architectural design and esthetic appeal, they are conscientious of the constructibility and cost related issues.  We are proud to be working with them as a consultant in the past and looking forward to working with them on many more great projects to come.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> We have enjoyed working with Peter Yu and his structural engineering firm, PROVEST - they have engineered our most challenging projects and have always come up with good, cost-effective solutions to problems.  We envision many more years of interesting projects with them.

**★★★★★ — Jason Winters, June 2018**

> Having seen some of their work online, we became big fans and hired ODS Architecture to remodel our mid-century rancher in Orinda, CA. Alan, Philip and team were great partners from early ideation through final construction. They took our creative inputs and a long wishlist and turned it into the best possible use of the space. Elegant, modern, and balanced. We couldn’t be happier with our new home and look forward to many years of enjoyment with our two kids.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Good projects are always the result of good clients and this is a perfect example.  Jason and Erin were trusting, tasteful, clear and determined.  They stuck with their desire to make a home theirs in style through two houses, the first of which could not be added on to easily; the second was just right and we just finished an extensive remodel with dream kitchen and they're finishing up the landscaping and new pool.  Can't wait to see the results.

**★★★★ — Rajiv Parihar, Dec. 2017**

> We worked with ODS Architecture for our complete house remodel. We wanted to build a modern house and ODS' prior work was an excellent fit.
>
> In particular, we worked with Philip Liang who was the Design Principal and Atara Kelman who focussed on Interior Design, from ODS Architecture
>
> We were quite pleased with Philip and Atara's work.
>
> Philip helped come up with innovative and creative solutions to several problems and constraints  that we had in the course of the project. Further he worked very hard to deliver collateral for various deadlines that arose during the project.  Despite that he was very pleasant and engaging to work with. Atara was a wonderful source of  calm, tasteful and creative ideas for our interiors and built-ins whose ideas  and palette we largely adopted wholesale to create a clean, but warm, modern interior design.
>
>  We highly recommend ODS Architecture in general and Philip and Atara's work in particular.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Raj & Swati were wonderful clients who came to us asking for our design help to complete their new home that was under construction and needed critical design changes and color and material selections in order to be completed to their satisfaction.  We rushed into action and focused our full attention to the project because time was of the essence and we are happy as well at how things turned out.

**★★★★★ — Buestad Construction, Inc., Nov. 2017**

> ODS is the most professional and thorough Architectural firms that we work with, we would highly recommend them to any of our clients.  Alan Ohashi and his team create beautiful clean contemporary spaces that our clients absolutely love.  A true pleasure to work with and some of the most gorgeous mid century modern and contemporary designs that we have seen, we look forward to working with ODS on many projects in the future as they are a true delight to work with.
>
> Keep up the good work!

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> The thing we like most about working with Buestad Construction are the people, and that it is a multi-generational company.  This depth of experience shows through in their approach, seriousness and attention to detail.  Working with the owner, Randy, and their cost estimator (who has been with them for over forty years!) to their foremen, some of whom have three generations of involvement with the company, we get the benefit of a mature and focused builder as team member in our projects.  Our clients really appreciate their craftsmanship, care and concern for their remodel or new home design and construction projects.

**★★★★★ — Brian Stockinger PLS, Nov. 2017**

> I am an Licensed Land Surveyor (single owner small business) who has had the opportunity to work with ODS Architecture on numerous projects  throughout the San Francisco Bay area. Alan Ohashi and his staff of bright young architects are the height of professionalism. They are a team that expects a quality deliverable and inspires my small team to provide the best with each subsequent project we work on. Although our survey deliverables appear at the beginning of a given project I follow up to see the completed design and find their design creations and solutions to be brilliant pieces of Architecture.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> We have been working with Brian and BLS Surveying & Mapping for several years now and would not have gone back to them repeatedly if their work had not been excellent, precise, quick and priced competitively.  Not only is their field work impeccable but their investigation into unseen conditions such as easements or historical boundaries and monuments has been invaluable.  We continue to depend upon them as a resource and team member.

**★★★★★ — Ann Rouse, July 2017**

> Over the past 8 years, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Alan Ohashi and his group of many talented architects.  My vantage point has been unique – I’m a window and door sales representative. Having worked with hundreds of well renowned Bay Area architectural firms over the past 10 years of my industry experience, I can honestly say that, ODS Architecture is at the forefront when it comes to client relationship management and architectural integrity. Every aspect of the home from windows to tile designs are, unique, state of the art, and well thought-out. Needless to say, I highly recommend collaborating with ODS architecture on your next project.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Murray Window & Door has been a consistent go to source for us for all windows and in particular, aluminum such as Fleetwood, or wood clad, among others.  Annie is very knowledgeable, detailed, hard working and determined to get things right.  A valuable resource for us for the many projects we've completed successfully together.

**★★★★★ — Kevin Brunner, July 2017**

> Alan and his team far exceeded our expectations. He and his team studied what we needed and valued then designed multiple solutions anticipating and addressing things we had not considered. As construction began to mature we stood in awe as the quality of the design was so much better than we had imagined on paper. We have an Eichler with many significant design challenges and a challenging budget. He and his team designed something truly beautiful that fits perfectly in our neighborhood and has all our friends and neighbors stopping by to admire. I cannot describe how personally he and his staff attended to each and every decision from cabinets to flooring, paint and accents. Many site visits throughout and custom crafting of roofing, gutters and trim. It paid off in a big way. We have a show piece and our dream home. Thank you Alan and team!!

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Wonderful clients and it was a challenge to remodel and make big additions to their Eichler home and stay on budget, and finding a really good builder, JT Masters: http://www.jtmastersconstruction.com/ - made everything work.  Kevin & Michelle made good decisions and trusted in the process, and their patience and hard work became an excellent result.

**★★★★★ — Huettl Landscape Architecture, June 2017**

> We worked with the Ohashi team on a spectacular hillside house in Orinda. Their attention to detail, materials and composition was even more amazing given the steep terrain of the site, and they were easy to collaborate with on exterior hardscape items. We look forward to working with ODS again in the future.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> We recently completed a large architectural project, a custom new residence in Orinda and recommended Huettl Landscape Architecture to the owners who brought them into the project and the results were both beautiful and complementary to each other.  We would enjoy the opportunity to work with Huettl in the future.

**★★★★★ — Element Structural Engineers, Inc., Nov. 2016**

> We have collaborated on many successful projects with Ohashi Design. They make every effort to be thorough and precise, with outstanding communication skills. Their innovative ideas and creativity has made working with them  inspiring and exciting. When collaborating with the design team they maintain the clients interest at all times. Ohashi Design team understands the importance of team work. Whether it is working with the clients towards understanding their vision or coordinating with the consultants to solve structural or mechanical challenges. We are happy to be a part of the Ohashi Design team to bring the clients dream to reality.  We look forward to many more endeavors with Ohashi!

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Having worked with and completed several successful design and construction projects with Element SEI we are more than satisfied with their engineering design and service.  They pay attention to the details, respond when we make changes and are a great help in the field during construction.

**★★★★★ — Morf \| Chang Landscape Architecture, Oct. 2016**

> We have been fortunate to create several landscapes for Ohashi Design Studio homes. Working with their team is a fluid process and we enjoy a fruitful design focused collaboration with them. Its always a pleasure to work with architects that value the contribution the landscape brings to grounding the building and extending the living space beyond the thresholds. We enjoy adding value to the projects they bring us on board with and creating beautiful spaces for our clients to thrive in.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> You have been a solid design partner and like how our clients can count on both of us to have a clear, common vision moving forward from design through construction.  The creativity coupled with practical experience and knowledge of hardscape and planting has made you a go to resource for our projects.

**★★★★★ — User, Sept. 2016**

> I am writing to recommend Ohashi Design Studio as an excellent architecture firm. We have had many interactions with all of their staff and will be starting a ground up project soon with them. From their initial inquiries into our firm (we are a general contracting firm based in the SF bay area), all the way through our interactions in design meetings, budget reviews, client interactions, and of course their fantastic design work they have maintained the highest level of competency.
> Their process is well delivered, and received by all that we have encountered, and their entire staff is very focused on excellence and great design. We are very happy to be working with them and look forward to many projects together.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> We count on good, reliable, experienced builders to help create the vision our clients and we have for our projects.  Jeff and his staff put all their efforts behind our design work providing pricing, construction advice and of course, building the final product.  None of our projects are the same or cookie cutter in nature, and Jungsten understands our work, design process and goals while taking care of our clients through a long, arduous and eventually very rewarding process.

**★★★★★ — sundk, July 2016**

> We had a vague notion of the design we wanted and a collection of disconnected ideas.  The Ohashi team was able to develop a beautiful design that captured all of our input, along with creative design elements of their own, in a well-integrated whole of elegance and impact.  The team was also very helpful and supportive during the evaluation and selection of a contractor, with whom we were very pleased.  We love our new home!

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Great project and clients!  We started work on their already very nice home with a list of issues they wanted fixed and in the end came up with a great room concept opening to large bi-fold glass doors to views of the golf course beyond.  Our preferred builder contractor list eventually pointed us to one company that seemed ideally suited to their project that they hired to successfully complete their remodel project.

**★★★★★ — Nathan Robert, May 2016**

> Did work with Ohashi Design Studio and they did a phenomenal job. Would highly recommend them to anyone. They are very professional and high quality.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Thank you for your positive words and review and we are focused on improving our service and attention to the details!

**★★★★★ — Becky Mathisen, April 2016**

> As a Materials Consultant, I work on a lot of projects every year, and working with Ohashi is always a pleasure! The team has a great eye for which 3form material works in the spaces and are receptive to my advise on the materials, which together equals an amazing partnership.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Becky is a great resource for us.  She's a great rep that's knowledgeable, helpful, and a pleasure to work with on 3Form materials.

**★★★★★ — Joseph C., April 2016**

> We wanted to renovate a house that was built in San Francisco before 1920.  Ohashi Design Studio listened carefully to the wish list, created a plan that fit within the municipal and budgetary constraints of the site, and implemented the plan commendably.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Joseph was a great client and we enjoyed working with him to design and build a modern contemporary interior fitted within a Victorian shell of a building.  He had a lot of fun ideas for ways to partition off and make spaces flexible in use, and we brought drama into the project with a new three story glass stair tower addition.

**★★★★★ — kellye64, April 2016**

> I recently had the pleasure of meeting the wonderful Ohashi team at their very own studio! All were so welcoming, accommodating and very attentive! Ohashi has such a fresh and progressive approach to design; and as a professional who works closely with architects and designers, I truly look forward to a collaboration in the future!

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> We love Zinc Details and have for years - our interior design staff is always looking for more ways to incorporate their products into our design work.  We depend upon furniture and furnishings from Zinc Details to amplify the contemporary architecture of homes and spaces we design.

**★★★★★ — Specstones Studio, April 2016**

> We have worked with Ohashi Design Studio on many projects over the past 6 years, and are constantly surprised by the quality of their work and attention to detail. It's a true pleasure working with Philip and Kim, we highly recommend them and look forward to the next project!

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Specstones Studio has become one of our go-to resources for stone, porcelain tile and deck pavers, their customer service has been great both in terms of bringing samples and new materials to our office and in the field working with us to supply materials for installations.  They have really nice colors and materials and we are constantly learning about what is new, hot and innovative and on top of this, their products are very affordable.

**★★★★★ — Joe Masters, April 2016**

> We worked with Ohashi Design on the complete redo/remodel of an Eichler home in the bar area.  The firm was an integral part of the construction process from the planning to the final touches.  Not only was the design progressive but the whole team was easy to communicate with and work with.  Ohashi always helped us put the clients needs first, helped with solutions in the construction process, and kept us in the loop throughout the design process during construction.  We look forward to working with them again.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> J.T. Masters Construction were the builders of an Eichler remodel and addition in Mountain View.  They did an excellent job and were very communicative and responsive during the entire process of bids, pricing, helping with building permits and of course, construction.  They provided realistic pricing, good craftsmanship and attention to detail. We would definitely consider J.T. Masters for future projects.

**★★★★★ — Fireclay Tile Design Consultant, March 2016**

> Ohashi is a delight to work with. As a trade partner, I've had such great experience working with their dedicated, responsive and creative staff. We're lucky to have people like them to collaborate with.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Gorgeous showroom in San Francisco with beautiful, fun displays of their tile products.  Their sales staff are incredibly helpful and we continue to integrate their tile into our projects and enjoy working with Fireclay.

**★★ — prs123, March 2016**

> We retained Ohashi Design Studio (ODS) to design our new Atherton home.  Our project was shown as "Sutherland" on their website.  (ODS removed our project from their website after this unfavorable review was posted).  Sadly, our relationship with ODS did not end on a happy note.  Initially, we had a productive relationship and were pleased with the general design of the house.  However, as we got into the building details we began to encounter problems of some significance.  We fully understand that designing and building a custom home is not a seamless process, and there will always be a few bumps in the road, but we did expect more from ODS when it came to ownership of design flaws that ended up costing us money, time and stress.  What added insult to injury is when we got a bill for the time they spent debating with us about a design flaw they created or an aesthetic decision they wanted to revisit and counter after we made it clear that we did not agree with it.  Overall, we were disappointed with our experience with ODS.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Wonderful clients and great experience designing and building this spectacular home. The design process continues during construction to finalize the design to meet the owners needs and desires. Overall the home looks great and the end result is fantastic.

**★★★★★ — acouvrey, Nov. 2015**

> Alan Ohashi and his team did a wonderful job of coming up with a design for my remodel that was better than I had imagined it might be. They set up bids from multiple general contractors and I chose Mike Swift who was very professional and friendly, always on time, and did an excellent execution of the project. Ohashi Design Studio coordinated the project from beginning to end, keeping in contact with Mike and myself, and provided really helpful suggestions as work progressed for issues that my house had beyond the remodel specifications that needed to be addressed. I am very satisfied with them and with the work done and am enjoying my home.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> We thoroughly enjoyed working on this project, though small, it required a lot of attention to the details to complete because we were keeping so much of the existing home, cabinetry, etc.  The owner and contractor were totally on the same page together.

**★★★★★ — Morningstar Homes, Oct. 2015**

> I was privileged to work with Alan and Kelly to build a home in Boulder, Colorado. I was initially thinking it was going to be a tricky process with a 'long distance' relationship with the architect. I was wrong. It could not have gone smoother and the end result is an AMAZING home! As we approach the one year mark of moving in the happy homeowners I am still honored and proud to have been part of this team.
> I highly recommend using Ohashi Design Studio for your upcoming project and I look forward to working with them again in the future!

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> We all shared a vision of what a contemporary home in Colorado could be, including the builder, and this led us smoothly through the process.  Credit the owners with being team players letting everyone do what they're best at and supporting them along the way.  We learned a lot about the differences between Colorado and California and received as much as we gave in the end.

**★★★★★ — dbriones, Aug. 2015**

> We worked with Alan's team on an extensive remodel and are extremely pleased with the results.  His team (including our contractors, Live Oak, recommended by ODS) are meticulous and hard-working, helping us design and build a house that is practical and functional with an inviting modern aesthetic.   The house design is distinctive but not obtrusive--uniquely modern while still embracing the character of the homes in our neighborhood in a way not often seen.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> We thoroughly enjoyed our team relationship, your trust, patience and willingness to dive into a lengthy but ultimately rewarding process - and both of you were more than up for it.  From the day we met until you moved in it has been a calm, steady progression, with its bumps, to a beautiful result.  Good job.

**★★★★★ — Jeff King & Company, July 2015**

> We recently collaborated with Ohashi Design Studio to build a 1,500 square foot roof deck and master suite, and we will definitely work with them again. Alan and his team did a great job managing the client’s design expectations while bringing together complicated modern elements in an historic Spanish mission style home. They successfully navigated the permitting process and were responsive to design issues that arose as we were building on-site. We recommend Ohashi Design Studio to anyone in need of an attentive and collaborative architecture team.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> To Jeff King & Company:  Thank you for your review, it was a pleasure working with your firm.

**★★★★★ — kaseyli, July 2015**

> Alan was great.  Philip was involved with my project extensively and I enjoyed working with him very much.  We love our house!

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Kasey:  We thoroughly enjoyed our collaboration with you and Carrie.

**★★★★★ — Conscious Construction, June 2015**

> Ohashi Design Studio is a pleasure to work with. Their plans are thorough, precise, and exceptionally well designed. In the few instances where unseen conditions created a challenge, Ohashi was there to give us an answer as quickly and efficiently as possible. They were incredibly responsive both to us, and their clients. They have a good sense of budget considerations, and have a clear understanding of what it takes to get a project built. We thoroughly enjoyed building to their plans, and would do it again in a heartbeat.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Have had good interactions with Conscious Construction, both in terms of construction experience and bidding, estimating.  They have excellent estimators who ask good questions and help form a solid set of numbers well broken-down and documented which is very helpful.  Very detail conscious and accurate, we look forward to our future work together.

**★★★★★ — James D. Rogers, Builder, Aug. 2014**

> A residential design for an exceptional modern home by Ohashi
> Design Studio is presently under construction by my firm. I have
> found Alan Ohashi and his lead architect, Philip, to be great to work with.  Their design and plan organization of the project is as good as I have seen in the business. I was amazed at their planning presentation. When Ohashi Design Studio presented the plans at a public hearing, the design flew through what is normally a daunting process with unanimous council approval. I have never seen that before. It is truly a testament to Alan Ohashi and his team’s organization, attention to details and overall exquisite design work. I would highly recommend Alan and Ohashi Design Studio

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> A company of high all around integrity with no holes in their process and plenty of experience.  Bids and estimates are lengthy, thorough, detailed and full of information and options.  Time estimates for construction duration are tight and predicated on good coordination of trades and subs to make them work.  To this end James has a crew of experienced people all of whom have taken to heart his way of working.  Clients feel things are well managed under his supervision.

**★★★★★ — emanuelrosen, Dec. 2013**

> We hired Ohashi Design Studio for an extensive renovation of our home. This included the kitchen, family room, bathrooms, bedrooms, etc. They came up with creative solutions and were responsive to our needs, creating spaces that are both functional and beautiful. Words that come to mind: attention to details, professional interaction and above all, clean design. We've been living in the remodeled house for about a year now and we love it!

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> Manu123:  Your house was unique and hope we kept what was good and valuable about it while opening and simplifying things per your wishes.

**★★★★★ — exbuild, Nov. 2013**

> As general contractors, we have been working with the team at Ohashi
> Design Studio on two large projects. These are high end, new custom
> homes in Atherton. The Ohashi team is very dedicated and
> responsive. Aside from their beautiful design, their attention to
> detail is impressive and the quality of their plans is extraordinary.
>
> One of the projects is on a hillside. They came up with a creative
> grading plan which significantly improved the usability of the site.
>
> The Ohashi team is very involved in all phases of construction. They
> have been guiding the homeowners with the selections of finish
> materials such as lighting fixtures, plumbing fixtures, tile, stone,
> slabs, hardwood floor, colors and others.
>
> Both projects are uniquely beautiful, with all the different
> selections coming together as a whole.

**★★★★★ — DCH Builders, Nov. 2013**

> My name is Todd DiMartino, President and Founder of Dettaglio Construction (DCI), a General Contractor located in downtown San Francisco and serving the greater bay area.
>
> Over my 30+ years of building experience I have worked with hundreds of Architects / Designers. I can say with no hesitation that OHASHI DESIGN STUDIO is at the top of the list.
>
> With one eye on the budget the other eye is creating modern design concepts that are becoming renowned in the bay area.
>
> I recommend Alan and his diligent staff for any project that desires a modern, cutting edge design.

**★★★★★ — 42688sabel, Feb. 2013**

> Ohashi Design Studio did a major remodel and second story addition for us.  We highly recommend them.  Their design and finish selection were exceptional.  They listened to our desires and concerns, and worked collaboratively with us to resolve design issues and construction administration issues.  They were responsive and followed through.  We are ecstatic with our new home.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> 42688sabel:  Would be hard to imagine better clients than you two, solid, trusting and unwavering in your vision.

**★★★★★ — davidwardstickart, Jan. 2013**

> I as an artist have worked with Joy Ohashi on two different projects. Joy is very easy to work with. There are only creative solutions with Joy, never problems. She has a simple subtle, style that I like a lot. There is no "extra" in her designs only what is needed to complete the design. I would gladly recommend Joy to any client that wants their interior to be a piece of art.
> David Ward
> Sticks and Stones

**★★★★★ — ellynjd, Aug. 2012**

> The staff at Ohashi Design Studio helped me design my kitchen/living space.  I wanted to open up our galley kitchen to be able to see our incredible view from the kitchen.  They came up with a design I never imagined could work so well.  Rather than just remove a wall, they moved the kitchen, changed it to a more functional shape and not only opened up the view, but made the living space feel like we were outside.  I have been especially impressed with their level of service.  They listened to my dreams and goals and turned it into a reality beyond what I'd hoped for.  They were available anytime I needed guidance during construction and made sure the project was built down to the finest details.  They helped me find a contractor and oversaw the bidding process.  They helped pick out all the materials and finishes, even the paint color.  I can't say enough about their level of expertise and professionalism.  I worked with Dave and Alan.

**Comment from ODS Architecture:**

> ellynjd:  Good collaborative effort as you say, glad to have been involved in the re-imagining of your home while keeping what is good about it.

## Selected projects

- [Los Altos Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hills-pj-vj~7732176)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 17
  - Description: Currently under construction, this ground-up 5,600-square-foot luxury residence is situated on a breathtaking hillside lot in Los Altos Hills. The home is designed to take full advantage of its stunning surroundings, with expansive views of the San Francisco Peninsula. The architecture showcases modern design principles, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and soaring ceilings that flood the space with natural light and offer unobstructed views of the outdoors. The design process was rooted in a…
- [Calera Creek](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/calera-creek-pj-vj~7473776)
  - Location: Milpitas, CA
  - Photos: 38
  - Description: A 6,000 square foot 2-story new home complex in Milpitas was designed to facilitate the owners’ large business parties and gatherings, to have rooms for the kids to come back to upstairs, and a ground floor master suite with a huge walk-in closet. Several separate structures make up the dwelling: The main house, 3-car garage with carport for overflow parking, and a separate entertainment and recreation building separated by a courtyard from the main house. The business activities include gatheri…
- [San Mateo Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-mateo-hills-pj-vj~7573571)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 31
- [Hillsborough](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillsborough-pj-vj~7637646)
  - Location: Hillsborough, CA
  - Photos: 42
  - Description: Set on a quiet street in Hillsborough, CA, this 5,200-square-foot home combines clean lines, natural materials, and advanced building systems. An attached ADU and three-car garage offer flexibility for multi-generational living. ODS Architecture worked early on with the homeowners on several feasibility studies to remodel their existing ranch-style home or to re-build a new house. Ultimately, a new ground-up house design was set in motion to take better advantage of their beautiful lot and accom…
- [Bay Farm Island](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bay-farm-island-pj-vj~7664470)
  - Location: Alameda, CA
  - Photos: 22
  - Description: Working within the constraints of the HOA neighborhood, the entire home interior was reimagined to complement the family’s modern lifestyle. Aside from a small addition at the entry to improve the arrival sequence, the transformation occurred entirely within the exterior walls. The existing structure (post tension concrete slab, long span wood floor framing, and roof trusses) enabled the existing tangled floor plans to be simplified with improved flow, openness, and access to natural lighting. T…
- [Diablo Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/diablo-hills-pj-vj~7288896)
  - Location: Alamo, CA
  - Photos: 36
  - Description: In a secluded neighborhood with panoramic views of the Mount Diablo State Park, this existing 4,000sf cottage style home, built in the 1980s, was an ideal opportunity for an international family to make California their new home. With a specific target budget in mind, our team prioritized the essential areas to upgrade. The exterior was stripped down and replaced with a combination of smooth stucco, stone tile, and new bigger aluminum doors and windows. The existing jerkinhead roof profiles were…
- [Redwood Road](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/redwood-road-pj-vj~7418855)
  - Location: San Anselmo, CA
  - Photos: 21
  - Description: A returning client of ours reached out to us for the second phase of their unique San Anselmo home remodel. For images of phase one, see the “San Anselmo” project on our website. Although this home is about 5,500 square feet, the existing main space layout did not take advantage of its sprawling layout or panoramic views. Our goal was to simplify the overall layout, improve circulation, and create a calmer and more cohesive interior. We also wanted to maximize new windows to allow for the hillsi…
- [Highlands](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highlands-pj-vj~7260647)
  - Location: San Mateo, CA
  - Photos: 34
  - Description: A new 3,000 square foot single story home in The Highlands of San Mateo was completed in March of 2017. The owners wanted a modern contemporary home that would capture the great views of San Francisco Bay at rear yard. They also wanted an outdoor courtyard that would protect them from occasional high winds the area experienced. The house was designed around this courtyard and aimed towards the views – the owner also wanted to experience the views while at the kitchen sink. The relationship of ki…
- [Stark Knoll Place](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stark-knoll-place-pj-vj~6965335)
  - Location: Oakland, CA
  - Photos: 17
  - Description: In a hillside cul-de-sac in the Oakland hills, a group of mid-century modern homes each of unique design rings the end of the street, this home among them. The owners are creative and artistic, their children active and into sports. Built in the late 1950’s the 3,000 square foot house had some awkward stairs connecting the downstairs family room to the upper floor living areas; one was outdoors and seldom used, the other in the middle of the house was an impediment. This problem was solved with…
- [Monterey Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/monterey-terrace-pj-vj~2787868)
  - Location: Orinda, CA
  - Photos: 31
  - Description: The clients came to us wanting help investigate whether they should purchase an empty lot and whether building a new home would be feasible before completing the sale. After doing some design studies, meeting with Orinda city planning, fire and building departments, the one-acre lot was purchased. It was the last one available in this planned development in Orinda. Part of the work was to design a new access driveway serving the new 5,000 square foot two-story, three-bedroom home. The new access…
- [Kentfield](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kentfield-pj-vj~2926564)
  - Location: Kentfield, CA
  - Photos: 33
  - Description: The first day we met our clients at this home in Kentfield, Marin County, we were surprised at how nondescript the front yard of the house was, versus the all glass back yard with great views of the San Francisco Bay. Wanting to balance the house and open it up, we were asked to raise the ceilings and provide more glass and views to the entry front yard. The house was already large and expansive, so more square footage was not necessary, it just needed an architectural facelift. The remodeled ho…
- [Saratoga Canyon](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-canyon-pj-vj~6430852)
  - Location: Saratoga, CA
  - Photos: 39
  - Description: In the rolling hills of Saratoga outside of the main part of town, our client purchased a beautiful thirteen-acre site for a new 3,000 square foot two-story new home consisting of three bedrooms and two baths. The design incorporates cast in place formed concrete walls and utilizes other low maintenance exterior materials at their request. The site is somewhat remote and requires nearly all utilities to be on-site, such as a well with three storage tanks for water which also supplies the fire sp…
- [Atherton](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atherton-pj-vj~824464)
  - Location: Atherton, CA
  - Photos: 24
  - Description: Atherton has many large substantial homes - our clients purchased an existing home on a one acre flag-shaped lot and asked us to design a new dream home for them. The result is a new 7,000 square foot four-building complex consisting of the main house, six-car garage with two car lifts, pool house with a full one bedroom residence inside, and a separate home office /work out gym studio building. A fifty-foot swimming pool was also created with fully landscaped yards. Given the rectangular shape…
- [San Francisco Heights](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-francisco-heights-pj-vj~6661826)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 29
  - Description: On one of the few remaining brick paved streets, this eclectic neighborhood in San Francisco has several unique homes. We have had the luck to work on many of them over the years, and this home in particular was challenging and rewarding. Originally designed by Peter Winkelstein of Marquis Associates Architects in 1965, this 5,000 square foot home featured a gigantic multi-story atrium designed around a large Ficus tree, topped with a fifteen by fifteen foot openable rolling skylight. The home a…
- [Lafayette Woodlands](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lafayette-woodlands-pj-vj~6877682)
  - Location: Lafayette, CA
  - Photos: 23
  - Description: In a wooded area of Lafayette, a mid-century home was re-imagined for a graphic designer and kindergarten teacher couple and their three children. A major new design feature is a high ceiling great room that wraps from the front to the back yard, turning a corner at the kitchen and ending at the family room fireplace. This room was designed with a high flat roof to work in conjunction with existing roof forms to create a unified whole, and raise interior ceiling heights from eight to over ten fe…
- [Piedmont Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/piedmont-hills-pj-vj~5949588)
  - Location: Piedmont, CA
  - Photos: 32
  - Description: An existing 3,000 square foot Spanish style hillside home received a major facelift update with new exterior room addition allowing a larger kitchen to be moved into an area that was a family room. This project is a budget-conscious remodel focused on the main public spaces. Photography by: Eric Rorer, Philip Liang, Dmitry Martynov
- [Burlingame](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/burlingame-pj-vj~7148526)
  - Location: Burlingame, CA
  - Photos: 25
  - Description: A new homeowner in the peninsula city of Burlingame wanted to tear down their existing home which had odd level changes and badly done additions over the years. Starting over from a bare site gave the opportunity to create a home that was both contemporary yet complementary to the neighborhood visual context. The lot size was 6,000 square feet and the new home is 3,000 square feet, two-stories plus 400 square foot detached garage. The neighborhood was made up of various ages of ranch and other s…
- [Orinda Glen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/orinda-glen-pj-vj~6877694)
  - Location: Orinda, CA
  - Photos: 19
  - Description: Located in a wooded area of Orinda the owners purchased a 3,260 square foot ranch-style home built in the 1950’s thinking to remodel and add on to it for their family to fit their needs into the future. At almost an acre, the property was good sized but showing age with an kidney-shaped pool that needed replacing in a level circular rear yard. Wanting a master plan for a phased design and construction project to be completed as budgets allow, the initial step was the main house redesign followed…
- [San Mateo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-mateo-pj-vj~132161)
  - Location: San Mateo, CA
  - Photos: 19
  - Description: Completed in 2013, this house started as a traditionally-styled 1,800 sf., single story, two bedroom, one bath home and became an all-new warm contemporary 2,700 sf., two story, four bedroom, three bath residence for a family of five. The budget dictated the re-use of the existing foundations, garage and far right ground floor bedroom footprint. The City of San Mateo had strict planning rules prohibiting contemporary design, but the end result, a blend of traditional and contemporary, has become…
- [Modern Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farmhouse-pj-vj~6740891)
  - Location: Menlo Park, CA
  - Photos: 21
  - Description: Our interiors team furnished this modern farmhouse style home inside and out. The owners wanted to modernize the feeling of the home through furniture and accessories that worked with the home’s aesthetics. New decorative lighting including exterior wall sconces and contemporary LED chandeliers and hanging pendants compliment modern pieces such as the entry console. The guest powder room is totally redone with floating vanity, adjustable overhead light and slick metallic wall covering. Suspended…

[See all 40 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/ods-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1736517948)

## Video

- [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/1137064149.m3u8?s=ff591eab90da2b7df33ebd2037fabe0ba2f3c107&oauth2_token_id=1384357804)

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Do you handle permitting, zoning, and regulatory approvals?**
We provide full design services, which include extensive planning and building department coordination to help navigate permitting, zoning, and regulatory approvals for your project. Our goal is to make the process manageable and ensure a smooth path to approval.

**What types of projects do you specialize in (custom homes, remodels, additions)?**
We specialize in a wide range of projects, including custom single-family residences, comprehensive remodels, and additions. Our expertise covers everything from ADUs, kitchen and bathroom remodels, to energy-efficient and sustainable designs, ensuring a solution unique to your needs.

**How do you help clients design within their construction budget?**
We prioritize budget control throughout the design process. Our approach includes several builder pricing sessions to ensure the design aligns with your financial comfort. We work within a system designed to maintain budget control and achieve your goals efficiently.

**Do you provide full-service architectural services through construction?**
Yes, we provide full design services from start to finish. This includes extensive 3D modeling, planning and building department coordination, color, materials, and lighting design, all the way through construction supervision until your project is completed.

**Do you design fully custom homes?**
Absolutely. We specialize in designing fully custom single-family residences, creating spaces that are simple, efficient, and uniquely tailored to your specific needs and vision. Our process ensures a seamless journey from concept to completion.

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## Ideabooks

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- [Architectural Details - ODS Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/145225165/list/architectural-details-ods-architecture) — 5 ideas
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- [Home Office/Work Spaces - ODS Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/144605179/list/home-office-work-spaces-ods-architecture) — 3 ideas
- [Kitchens - ODS Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/144294965/list/kitchens-ods-architecture) — 12 ideas
- [Living/Great/Family Rooms - ODS Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/144604947/list/living-great-family-rooms-ods-architecture) — 13 ideas
- [Facade/Exterior - ODS Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/144604819/list/facade-exterior-ods-architecture) — 23 ideas
- [Stair Details - ODS Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/144604895/list/stair-details-ods-architecture) — 11 ideas
- [Entry - ODS Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/144604875/list/entry-ods-architecture) — 5 ideas

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## Community Q&A

**Q: exterior wood treatment** *(in Photo Questions)*

What kind of wood is used in this exterior

A: Hi Steve! It is stained, rift cut western red cedar.

**Q: what is the unit next to the** *(in Photo Questions)*

What is the rectangular unit, possibly storage, next to the microwave, and where was it purchased?

A: Hi! Thanks for your question. Everything in this project was custom, built-in cabinetry.

**Q: Is this on a second or higher level?** *(in Photo Questions)*

This look like higher up on the tree trunk, otherwise deck couldn't sit on ground level.

A: What you are describing is correct.

**Q: exterior paint colors/finish?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you share the exterior paint colors and finishes.  Thanks!

A: Hello and thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately we don't have this information. The owners worked directly with the general contractor to select the siding and paint.

**Q: Curious about the dimensions and material of the mantel,** *(in Photo Questions)*

What material was used to construct the mantel and integrate/continue with the vertical element on the edge? Love the look.

A: Hello! Thank you for your inquiry. This was a maple wood veneer with a custom stain. The vertical finish dimensions were 3&quot;x 8,&quot; and the horizontal mantel was 3&quot;x4.&quot;

**Q: would love to know the paint colors?** *(in Photo Questions)*

I absolutely love this gorgeous home. What paint colors and sheens were used? Thanks

A: Hello! The white paint color is by Kelly Moore in the color Apple White OW-206-1 in a matte finish. The accent color was selected by the client, also in a matte finish. Thank you for your question!

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