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# Terry and Terry Architecture

Original Houzz profile: [Terry and Terry Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/terry-and-terry-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1888088235)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Berkeley, CA
- **Serves:** San Francisco, Oakland, Hayward, Concord, Berkeley, Richmond, Alameda, Martinez, El Cerrito, Lafayette, Albany, Orinda, Moraga, Emeryville, Piedmont, Tara Hills, North Richmond, Rollingwood, Vine Hill, East Richmond Heights, Bayview, Montalvin, Bay Area, Canyon
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2018–2022), for Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 25,000 Ideabook Saves

Terry & Terry Architecture prides itself on its ability to combine innovative architectural theory and practice.  The partners, Alexander and Ivan Terry, each have over nineteen years of experience, offering both design concepts and professional production services in architecture.

The partnership has experience with a wide variety of projects, including the design of single family and multi - family housing, retail, and office space; tenant improvement; and urban design.  They have extensive, unique experience with building construction and fabrication that has enabled them to acquire and refine a first-hand knowledge of the relationship between concept, construction and project realization.

The partnership has explored other design concepts in urban design in collaborative efforts with other design professionals.  In an attempt to improve the built environment, it has engaged in investigations of several concepts in future infrastructures that integrate architecture and planning.

Terry & Terry Architecture aspires to improve the quality of life through design excellence-- thus exploring design challenges at all levels, from furniture design to urban design with a focus on innovation in response to changing conditions.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Kitchen Design
- Sustainable Design
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- 3D Rendering
- Green Building
- Space Planning
- Universal Design
- Drafting
- Site Preparation
- Construction Drawings
- Custom Homes

### Areas Served

- San Francisco
- Oakland
- Hayward
- Concord
- Berkeley
- Richmond
- Alameda
- Martinez
- El Cerrito
- Lafayette
- Albany
- Orinda
- Moraga
- Emeryville
- Piedmont
- Tara Hills
- North Richmond
- Rollingwood
- Vine Hill
- East Richmond Heights
- Bayview
- Montalvin
- Bay Area
- Canyon

### Typical Job Cost

$300,000 - 4,000,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Terry and Terry Architecture |
| Address | 1073 Euclid ave, Berkeley, California 94708, United States |
| Phone | (510) 525-0504 |
| Website | http://terryandterryarchitecture.com |
| License Number | C 30036 |
| Followers on Houzz | 219 |

**Social profiles:**
- Blog — http://terryandterryarchitecture.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Terry and Terry Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/terry-and-terry-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1888088235)
- **Website:** http://terryandterryarchitecture.com
- **Phone:** (510) 525-0504

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- 2018 AIA California Council Residential Design Award
- 2017 AIA East Bay Design Award
- 2015 AIA SF Design Award
- 2014 AIA SF Design Award
- 2013 AIA CC Residential design Award
- 2012 RADAward
- 2010 AIA SF Design awards
- 2010 AIA National Housing Award
- 2009 AIA CC Design Award
- 2009 RADAward

- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2018–2022), for Design.

## Reviews

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

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### All 5 reviews

**★★★★★ — Rob, Aug. 2020**

> We chose Terry & Terry after an exhaustive review of Bay Area-based architects based not only on their aesthetic and portfolio, but the fact that they were very easy and pleasant to work with, and we could not be happier with the results.  Our project involved a complete renovation of a 1912-built single family home in San Francisco, which meant we had to go through the entire Historical Resource Determination as well as the rest of the nightmare process of renovating a home in San Francisco, and T&T were helpful the entire way.  They worked seamlessly with our excellent general contractor, Art of Construction, and were always available to address any issues or concerns that come up during any aspect of the construction.  We've been in the house for three years now and it just gets better over time.  I'd happily use them again for any new projects.

**★★★★★ — Greenberg Construction, June 2020**

> Me and my team had the pleasure working on one of Alex Terry project located in Palo alto. Terry and Terry designs are unique, modern, with many small design elements that's seating them apart from other firms.
>
> Our project had a long complected story that start with home owner choosing wrong contractors to build his dream house and after 3-4 years they where not able to complete framing or any other trade.  Alex was helping his client none stop during this mass which I can tell you its something to admire!  (we involved in many projects fixing other contractor's work and the architect's don't care).
>
> To make a long story short we enjoyed working with Alex on completing a unique, clean, beautiful modern home! and I highly recommend Terry and Terry team!

**★★★★★ — Carmen B, Oct. 2017**

> Alex and Ivan did a terrific job with our renovation. They completely updated and modernized our 1890's San Francisco house while still preserving as much of the original as possible. They were attentive, creative, and always a pleasure to work with. We would hire them again in a heartbeat.

**★★★★★ — Sarah Monroy, Oct. 2017**

> We have only the highest of praises for Terry and Terry Architecture. It was a pleasure working with them from the first sketches to the final paint. We bought a very old arts & crafts home and had no prior experience with a remodel. We wanted to expand the basement into an actual bedroom with office and bath, redo the foundations, redo the back deck, and reconnect our main floor to our basement with a new staircase, all while maintaining an eye to the overall arts & crafts style of the house. Terry and Terry helped us realize our goals and see the potential of adding some modern aesthetics. Their experience helped us get the most of out our collaboration with our contractor as well. We felt confident knowing Alex Terry was checking in at critical points in the building process and was always available to answer our questions. Without question we would definitely work with Terry and Terry in any future remodel of our home.

**★★★★★ — zefabes, Feb. 2014**

> Great team of Architects who can really design with and understand the materials they use. They are hands on and really pleasant to work with.

**Comment from Terry and Terry Architecture:**

> Thank you for your kind words, very much appreciated! best regards,

## Selected projects

- [House on Hillside](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-on-hillside-pj-vj~6316663)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: Perched high on the North slope of Potrero Hill, the location of this project provides an abundance of natural light and views of the city, the bay and beyond. The site is a typical San Francisco narrow lot flanked by zero lot line properties on either side, creating an urban canyon running East to West. The design concept extends the two perimeter walls out beyond the structure and contain the living spaces within. The living room floor plane floats above the ground floor entry level, with volu…
- [Skyline House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/skyline-house-pj-vj~2177035)
  - Location: Oakland, CA
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: This project is a rebuild of an existing post Fire-storm house. Situated high on top of the Eastbay mountain range over looking the city of Oakland, the site has unobstructed views toward the southwest Bay and Golden Gate. It was designed for a young family, who desired an open plan home that embraced the views of the bay and having a connection to the existing garden. The site has large redwood trees at the two longitudinal sides of the property, thus channeling ones focus from the front garden…
- [Diamond Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/diamond-project-pj-vj~295117)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: The house scales an uphill lot, with views to the west. Concrete walls run parallel along the side lot lines, forming the sidewalls of the house and continuing beyond to contain a protected garden. Sloping roof planes hover above, and are contained between the longitudinal concrete walls. Strategic gaps or fissures were formed between roof and walls to illuminate the walls with natural light. Large glazed openings in the front and rear of the house create transparency between indoor and outdoor…
- [Choy Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/choy-residence-pj-vj~1447450)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: The renovation transformed an existing 1960’s house into an open plan modern dwelling. The design for this renovation involved subtracting specific existing walls and parts of the existing roof to let in natural light and improve circulation. This included hollowing out the space at the rear of the house to accommodate an exterior deck and capture views to the north. The transformation of the existing typical San Francisco box house into the new “opened” wood tube form that shelters/adds protect…
- [Glen Ellen Vineyard Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glen-ellen-vineyard-estate-pj-vj~1447517)
  - Location: Glen Ellen, CA
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: The site is located on the Eastern ridge of Glen Ellen overlooking Sonoma Valley. The structures are carefully sited on a saddle of the ridge giving protection from weather. The property also encompasses several acres of vineyards that cover the hillside. The design of the main house utilizes the existing foundation and part of the existing structure and weaves the new elongated second floor wood tube form with the ground floor structure echoing the interweaving structure of the vineyard grape v…
- [Bal House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bal-house-pj-vj~295096)
  - Location: Menlo Park, CA
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: Conceived for a retired couple, the open and accessible design integrates the living space with the rear garden to create a well-lit domestic extension. Comprised of two floating volumes, the addition formally designates the bedroom to the west and the main space (kitchen, dining, and media area) to the east. The two wings gradually diverge from the original structure to generate a glass-clad fissure in between. This void space pulls the garden inwards, injecting elements of the outdoors into th…
- [Edgehill Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/edgehill-project-pj-vj~1447572)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: This project is an addition and renovation of a nearly failing mid century house perched on a steep hillside. It was designed for a young couple, who were attracted to the homes location with sweeping views of the ocean, above an urban setting. The house hinges on the southwest edge of an isolated hill and cantilevers through the mature cypress trees and over the sloping property of 36 degrees. The existing structure was carved out in the front and rear to accommodate outdoor space, bring in nat…
- [Edgewood Dwelling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/edgewood-dwelling-pj-vj~1447558)
  - Location: Palo Alto, CA
  - Photos: 3
- [Hybrid Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hybrid-design-pj-vj~2833989)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 12
- [Tidal House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tidal-house-pj-vj~2834030)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 8
- [Alvarado Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/alvarado-residence-pj-vj~2834046)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 7
- [Mission Bay-freeline](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mission-bay-freeline-pj-vj~2834053)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 6
- [Rigolo Cafe](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rigolo-cafe-pj-vj~2834061)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 8
- [Pic-Nic Cafe](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pic-nic-cafe-pj-vj~2834102)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 4
- [The Shed](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-shed-pj-vj~2834112)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 4
- [Liberty Hill Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/liberty-hill-residence-pj-vj~2834122)
  - Location: San Francisco, CA
  - Photos: 6
- [Edible Nest](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/edible-nest-pj-vj~2834131)
  - Location: Berkeley, CA
  - Photos: 7
- [Villasenor Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/villasenor-residence-pj-vj~2834141)
  - Location: Santa Monica, CA
  - Photos: 4
- [Thockmorton Common](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/thockmorton-common-pj-vj~2834145)
  - Location: Mill Valley, CA
  - Photos: 4
- [Seaside Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/seaside-project-pj-vj~2834148)
  - Location: Jamestown, RI
  - Photos: 3

[See all 20 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/terry-and-terry-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1888088235)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Your projects are over the top! Great Job!** *(in Photo Questions)*

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A: Thanks.

**Q: What brand of a door is it? Also is it an OXXO?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: That door unit is about 20 ft x8 feet high (+the fixed transom above). The opening is about 10 feet.

**Q: Beautiful project!** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you tell me the what the gray stone/masonry material is?
Thank you!

A: Black Basalt custom cut.

**Q: Gorgeous design! Wood species?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Absolutely gorgeous design - beautiful warm and modern.  What are the wood species used on the floor and ceiling?

A: Cumaru wood

**Q: what material is on the ceiling that extends outside?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Is it low to no maitenance

A: Clear vertical grain Cedar wood strips. Fairly low maintainance (occasional web cleaning).

**Q: Slim countertop material on the island?   Thank you.** *(in Photo Questions)*

Curious about countertop material.

A: 1/4" thick stainless steel sheet.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*