--- title: "Timeline Design + Build — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/timeline-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1954593881 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1954593881.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Timeline Design + Build" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c5831a4b0fcd1350_0284-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "14401 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, California 95070, United States" latitude: 37.2713 longitude: -122.0227 phone: "(650) 750-8080" website: http://www.tldesign.net rating: 5 review_count: 28 years_in_business: 34 license_verified: true best_of_houzz_awards: 8 followers: 425 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Timeline Design + Build > Award-Winning Bay Area Design Build Firm > 8x Best of Houzz Original Houzz profile: [Timeline Design + Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/timeline-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1954593881) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Saratoga, CA - **Serves:** Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Saratoga, Los Altos Hills, Atherton, Woodside, Portola Valley, Monte Sereno - **Verified License:** Yes - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (28 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 8 awards (2013–2022), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - High-end - 34 years in business - Hired on Houzz ### Business highlights - Best of Houzz winner - 34 years in business - High-end - 12 Hires on Houzz Design+Build Custom Home Builder with 35+ Years designing and building forever homes for Silicon Valley Executives, Engineers, Tech Workers and Venture Capitalists. Our Mission is to be the "Most Trusted Builder in Silicon Valley". Our in house Architects, Interior Designers, and Builders provide one point of contact for your custom home build. Founded by Matthew Harrigan, who studied civil and electrical engineering, we are focused on detailed pre-planning and coordination with all stakeholders to minimize schedule and budget risks. Building a custom home or major remodel is an expensive and complex process. Having all the players on the same team and under the same roof improves communication, process, and outcomes. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Additions - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Design - Home Extensions - Bathroom Design - Architectural Design - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Building Design - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Basement Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Multigenerational Homes - House Plans - Pool House Design & Construction - 3D Rendering - Project Management - Design Consultation - Floor Plans - Energy-Efficient Homes - Basement Design - Universal Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Custom Home Bars - Laundry Room Design - Green Building - Sustainable Design - Space Planning - Home Gym Design & Construction - Drafting - Site Planning - Garage Design - Home Theater Design - Barn Design & Construction - Foundation Construction - Staircase Design - Landscape Plans - Site Preparation - Outdoor Lighting Design - Radiant Floor Heating - Construction Drawings - Custom Cabinets - Custom Home - Feng-Shui Design - Vastu Design ### Areas Served - Palo Alto - Menlo Park - Los Gatos - Los Altos - Saratoga - Los Altos Hills - Atherton - Woodside - Portola Valley - Monte Sereno ### Typical Job Cost $400,000 - 10,000,000 $400,000 - 10,000,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Timeline Design + Build | | Address | 14401 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, California 95070, United States | | Phone | (650) 750-8080 | | Website | http://www.tldesign.net | | License Number | 598967 | | Years in business | 34 | | Followers on Houzz | 425 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/TimelineDesignBuildHomes/ - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/timelinedesignbuild/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Timeline Design + Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/timeline-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1954593881) - **Website:** http://www.tldesign.net - **Phone:** (650) 750-8080 ## Credentials **Verified License** - Number: 598967 - Type: B - GENERAL BUILDINGC-8 - CONCRETE - Issued by: Department of Consumer Affairs Contractors State License Board **Certifications & Awards** - NARI Awards: - 2016 NARI Silver Award – Residential Interior \> $100K - 2016 NARI Silver Award – Residential Kitchen \> $120K - Diamond Certified - NKBA Awards: - 2016-NKBA 1st Place – Residential Kitchen - 2016-NKBA 2nd Place – Residential Kitchen - 2016-NKBA 2nd Place – Before & After, Residential Kitchen - **Best of Houzz:** 8 awards (2013–2022), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [National Association of the Remodeling Industry](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-the-remodeling-industry-pfvwus-pf~1954795205) - [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 28 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 5.0 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — gurian, Nov. 2023** > We chose Timeline Design & Build to remodel our home. Their remodeling knowledge, craftsmanship, and professionalism went well beyond our expectations. Throughout the project, their attention to detail, outstanding carpentry skills, and design advice were exceptional, creating a seamless and stress-free experience for our family. > > The Timeline team's meticulous planning and project management ensured timely delivery without compromising quality, even during the height of the pandemic. In fact, due to pandemic supply shortages, there would have been a long delay in our receiving the new dishwasher, but Timeline loaned us a dishwasher until our new dishwasher arrived, which minimized stress for our family. > > We had made a number of changes to our remodeling plans, which Timeline respected and thoughtfully carried out. Timeline regularly kept us up-to-date on deadlines and how the remodel was progressing. As typical in older homes, unforeseen problems popped up such as old water damage under a floor. Timeline quickly and meticulously repaired the problems with expertise. > > Timeline’s dedication to open communication and collaboration between the Timeline team itself and our family fostered an environment where there was obvious cohesion and trust. Our ideas and suggestions were valued and incorporated into the final remodeling plans. > > The remodeling project resulted in a beautiful and highly functional family home, which speaks to Timeline’s exceptional skill and passion for their work. Timeline Design & Build's unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction was remarkable. They went above and beyond to ensure our complete happiness and satisfaction with the outcome. We fully recommend Timeline’s services to anyone in search of a construction company that performs meticulous work and delivers exceptional results with integrity and professionalism. ### All 28 reviews **★★★★★ — jioven, Sept. 2023** > We purchased our 1963-built house in Los Altos 50 years ago and had the first remodeling job done in 1986 to expand it to 5,000-sq.ft house. In 2015, Timeline Design+Build (TDB) did a second remodeling project to rebuild about 90% of the interior. We were able to watch the work in progress as we were staying nearby. Matthew Harrigan's goal is always achieving the best quality. Our communications were responded to promptly. We were very pleased with the result of having all the extra features we requested. > > Fast forward to September, 2023, we asked TDB to do an earthquake retrofit of the foundation if needed. Even with his busy schedule, he took time out for us to crawl under the house and made a thorough verification to conclude it is in good order. > > Matthew is professional, reliable, and trustworthy, indeed he is our go-to contractor. I highly recommend Matthew Harrigan. **★★★★★ — jlin17, Jan. 2022** > We used Timeline Design for a project, and we found the entire team, including the CEO Matthew Harrigan, to be extremely competent and professional. The workmanship of the company and their subcontractors was high quality, and they were and continue to be responsive to any concerns and questions we have. It’s true that they don’t have the lowest quote, but the total budget also doesn’t increase as much during the project. Recommended! **Comment from Timeline Design + Build:** > Thank you Jimmy! It was a pleasure to work with you and Jessica. Such a warm loving home for a warm loving family. > > Matthew **★★★★★ — Kevin Tse, Oct. 2021** > Timeline helped us to build the home of our dreams. Our project was a complete knock down and rebuild. The entire team at Timeline was great to work with. We enjoyed working with them so much that we are looking for other projects to be able to work with them again! **★★★★★ — Gordon Yip, Oct. 2018** > We hired Timeline Design to do the design and build for a complete kitchen remodel (new layout, new walls, etc.) and bathroom update. Even though we had strong ideas for many of the things we wanted, we were completely open to new ideas. Timeline took our ideas and came up with a design and build-out that achieved all of our goals. We had a great collaboration with the designers and on-site construction team. > > Timeline did a wonderful job on our kitchen and bath remodel, plus all the different change orders we kept throwing at the them. The kitchen was an especially stunning transformation. > > The most remarkable and impressive part was how the schedule didn't stray too far from the original estimate despite having a couple of key people leave the project along the way and how we kept adding change orders. Our project manager, Ginny, deserves a special shout out for keeping us and the project on track. **★★★★★ — C Liu, April 2018** > “Your new house is beautiful!” “This really feels well-constructed, and of very high-quality!” “Nice job!” “Well done!” > > These are just a sampling of the compliments we have been receiving from friends, neighbors and random passers-by in the few weeks since we moved back into our new home, custom-designed and built by the folks at Timeline. We still pinch ourselves at times, amazed at the beauty and craftsmanship we now get to enjoy as part of our daily routine. > > Our journey with Timeline started with an idea to renovate some problem areas in our aging house from the 1940’s. From that very beginning, and throughout the entire project, everyone we dealt with at Timeline was a consummate professional, using their expertise and experience to help guide us - never with any pressure or judgement! - towards realizing a fully-updated custom home of our dreams. > > We could not have asked for a better partner to help us design and build our “forever” home, and we could not have imagined, at the start, how amazing it would turn out to be. We would heartily recommend Timeline for anyone wanting to know that their project will be executed well, with great folks, and to the highest standards of quality. **★★★★★ — Bonnie Wright, March 2017** > This is the fourth project we have worked with Timeline Design on, as they have consistently provide excellent quality and value. This specific project involved the complete remodel of a 1960s home; 2 bedroom/1 bath. As part of the remodel, we wanted to turn an unpermitted sunroom into a bedroom. Timeline was able to design a 3 bedroom/2.5 bath in the existing footprint. The resulting layout created a much more pleasing flow to the house and gave it an overall spacious feeling. As always, the project was expertly managed, coming in on time and on budget. This is a rare occurrence in the construction industry, but has been my experience on each of the four projects. When the house was appraised after, the remodel was completed, the value had risen 119% of the project cost! I can't recommend them highly enough! **★★★★★ — Wayne Chin, Feb. 2017** > Timeline Design (TD) did a fantastic job of remodeling 3 of our bathrooms in 2016; it was our 3rd project with TD. > > TD, as with our previous projects, worked closely with us to ensure our job was done to our total satisfaction. TD's employees and its subcontractors have a strong sense of pleasing the customer. > > We enthusiastically recommend TD for any remodeling job. **★★★★★ — Christina Yu, Feb. 2017** > My husband and I were looking for construction that would handle our renovation project from beginning to end and we are very happy we chose Timeline. They did a great job in the planning and design phase, and because of this there were very little surprises during the whole process. Kyle, our interior designer, helped us make great design decisions, and John, our general contractor, did an awesome job staying on top of all the permits and work scheduled to stay on track. We are so happy with the way our home turned out and will definitely be using Timeline Design for our next home renovation project. **★★★★★ — Studio Modry, Jan. 2017** > I am an Interior Designer who chose to work with Mike at Timeline Design for my own kitchen remodel. That shows my confidence in his expertise and the quality of Timeline's products. Design is a collaborative effort and Mike offered professional yet very approachable advice as we worked through the logistics of the design. And importantly, Mike's calm and genuine demeanor helped mitigate the incredible emotional stresses of the remodel. As a designer, I truly appreciate Timeline's offering of several quality product lines in a variety of price ranges, providing many options for my clients. Their showroom also has countertop and hardware samples to help the client better visualize the project. I have no hesitation working with Mike and Timeline again, both professionally and personally. **★★★★★ — Nancy T, Jan. 2016** > Professional from start to finish! Timeline Design did a great job maximising the space we had and created a layout that was very clever and useful. Our remodelling job was beautifully designed and done! Attention to detail was also top notch. They truly paid attention to customer's needs and provided great service even after the job was done. **★★★★★ — lkdolan, Jan. 2016** > I chose Timeline for my project that included a complete refresh of the exterior, including a new front door and garage door, stone siding, new roof with skylights, and removal of a huge brick fireplace replaced with a large window. > > The process to define the scope of work was very smooth and efficient, and effectively ensured we were on the same page. During the project the change order process was equally smooth, clear and reasonably priced. > > The workers had good communication skills, were polite and responsive, and cleaned up before leaving at days end. The subcontractors were high quality and well managed. The Timeline team worked effectively with my landscape architect to ensure her construction needs - mostly electrical - were met. > > There were regular meetings to review work progress and schedule. The Timeline team took extra efforts to make sure things went smoothly. At the end of the project, they took care of the punch list quickly, efficiently and easily. > > I would recommend Timeline, and would use them again for another project. **★★★★★ — Jay Perry, Jan. 2016** > We're working on a rebuild of our home. We selected Timeline after meeting with several firms, and after seeing several examples of their work. We also spoke with multiple former clients (some we met through Timeline, some we met on our own), all of which provided great recommendations. Our project is still underway, but we've been very pleased with the design process. The lot shape and orientation are challenging, and were the cause of major lighting issues in the original home. The Timeline design team has worked with us to come up with a custom home that addresses those issues, as well as meets our fairly specific choice of style. They are on top of emerging technology as well, so we're able to make heating, power, and material choices that appeal to our techie side. The approval process in our area is brutal, and they managed it expertly. We we're approved in our first pass. Great team - would recommend them highly to anyone. **★★★★★ — jnhmorrison, Dec. 2015** > We hired Timeline Design in Saratoga, California for a complete remodel our California style ranch house. We are very pleased with the result and very much enjoyed the experience of working with the crew at Timeline. Matthew Harrigan, the owner and president of Timeline, was involved in design throughout the project. Matthew’s engineering background was apparent from our first visit where he showed us a very detailed work flow diagram he uses at Timeline to maintain an efficient and on-time operation. Matthew helped us make informed decisions during the project by teaching us about home design and construction. Our initial sessions with Matthew involved brainstorming the possibilities for the scope of the project. He provided us with estimates of the cost of each option and this allowed us choose features that fit our budget and provided us with the most value. Interior designers, primarily Kyle Le, educated us as well and helped us choose finishes and appliances that are functional, stylish and affordable. Kyle was very patient and available after hours for questions throughout the project. As the date of construction approached Timeline provided us with a detailed calendar of construction phases with an expected completion date. The construction calendar was an ingenious means to compress the number of days for construction by overlapping the scheduled dates for different specialists. Timeline assigns a site manager to each project to coordinate the subcontractors and to do all construction tasks not allotted to the subcontractors. Our site manager, Gary Skwarek, was affable, available on site every day and seemed capable of building almost anything. The subcontractors were professional, punctual and efficient. Design continued during construction. Daily contact with Kyle and Gary allowed us to finalize aspects of design not addressed to that point and change prior design decisions without costly delays or wasting of materials. Accounting for the added time of change orders, the original five months scheduled for construction was accurate within a week. There were no delays due to scheduling, product not being ordered on time, erroneous orders or delivery of damaged products. The workmanship is outstanding with great attention to detail. Timeline provides an excellent warranty on workmanship. Timeline has repaired acquired misalignment of doors related to the house settling over the first few months at no cost to us. Overall, we are extremely pleased with our experience with Timeline. They provided us with a beautiful house, built on schedule at a reasonable cost. On top of this, we count them as our friends. **★★★★★ — jetwillard, Dec. 2015** > Matthew Harrigan and his design team at Timeline Design developed an elegant and highly functional design for our remodeling project which included kitchen, living room, and family room. TLD and all of its subcontractors were so professional and courteous that it was actually a pleasure having them in our home each day. Matthew goes to great lengths to ensure TLD's projects are completed on schedule. Once the work started, there were no delays, and the assigned project manager and various subcontractors were on the job every day until completion. Matthew and his team addressed any issues that arose along the way quickly and fully. The final project was georgeous, and five years later, we are still very happy with the craftsmanship and quality of TLD's work. TLD stands behind its work and has provided excellent support after project completion. I would highly recommend TLD to anyone looking for high quality, professional, and on time remodeling work. **★★★★★ — ardsoran, Dec. 2015** > Our project involved redesigning the interior layout of a typical 1950s ranch. We had 3 individual rooms (kitchen, living room, family room), and will now have a large open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, plus a separate office. We moved the kitchen from the front of the house to the side, to create a more open flow and take advantage of views to our back yard. Our goal was to change the layout of our house to match our lifestyle. We chose Timeline because we had seen examples of the great work they had done in other projects. Matthew walked into our house the first day, did a quick sketch of a floor plan - and showed us possibilities we had never imagined. Our designer, Kyle Le, has helped us navigate through seemingly endless choices and decisions. His patience with us as we discovered what we liked and didn't, was endless. His excellent design ideas have helped us create an environment that we never thought possible. All the Timeline staff are a pleasure to deal with , they are responsive, available, and fun to work with. I'd highly recommend them to anyone considering a project. **★★★★★ — tallgirlwendy, Dec. 2015** > Matthew Harrigan is professional, reliable, and trustworthy. He and his team produced the highest quality, most beautiful workmanship on our home, and met the high expectation of their name Timeline -- Our new kitchen, living and dining room, involving an addition, was completed in a little over 3 months. I LOVE our remodel! Fabulous skylight, finishes, and details. **★★★★★ — mgooze, Dec. 2015** > We have used Timeline twice and they are OUTSTANDING. Kitchen and family room remodel and master bedroom and bathroom remodel. > > Their designs and work are great. And they finish on time as agreed as they know how to run a project and stick to schedule with subs that do good work. **★★★★★ — Jennifer Fraisl, Nov. 2014** > Timeline Design performed a complete remodel for us from the ground up. The entire staff was responsive, professional, talented, honest and detail oriented. We are extremely pleased with our remodeled home and felt that it was a collaborative effort with all the members of the team and that they really listened to all of our concerns and desires for the end product. The entire effort turned out even better than we thought it would! Our home is a beautiful place now that we love and are so proud to share! Photos of our home are on the Houzz website. **★★★★★ — Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets, June 2014** > Timeline Design is committed to customer service and quality. Their attention to detail shows in every project. They are a top-of-the-line design build firm. **★★★★★ — reddywing, March 2014** > I am a retired general contractor and residential designer. I worked with Matt for a number of years in the late 90s. I know him to be an honest and competent professional. When I built my own home in 2007 I had Timeline supply supply the cabinets and help with the layout of my kitchen and baths. The supplied cabinets were of the highest quality and I could not be more pleased with how functional my kitchen has proved to be. **★★★★★ — User, July 2013** > TLD was extremely patient with our first-timer questions (and paranoia), and led us through the entire process with professionalism and a sense of humor that made the experience as stress-free as possible. Our on-site manager, Gary, put a lot of care into doing things right, and we absolutely love the finished product! **★★★★★ — Jeff Wilkerson, July 2013** > Timeline design did a major remodel of the interior of our home this year. Timeline is a full-service design and construction firm; thus, we used them from the beginning of the design phase, through project completion. > > The entire process, from beginning to end, went extremely well. I cannot say enough positive things about the quality of the people working for Timeline, as well as the sub-contractors that they used. They are all true craftsmen. > > The update to our home is exactly what we wanted. The project was completed on time with minimal "surprises" or change orders. I am planning on using Timeline for our next project. **★★★★★ — daleboyle, July 2013** > Timeline Design planned and completed our home remodel as scheduled. They had good ideas that were incorporated in the remodel and were attentive to our suggestions also. All the aspects of the remodel were lined up in a timely manner. There was pride in good workmanship. **★★★★★ — pvwestie, Oct. 2012** > My husband and I asked Timeline Design to make drastic changes to our master bath. We had already gotten one design, but we were looking for something more interesting. The Designer at Timeline did a wonderful job of making a beautiful room that worked the way we wanted it to. Ultimately a bathroom must be functional--but TD made the design fun, beautiful, and functional. We had one blip that wasn't due to the company, but to our deciding we wanted a larger window. TD took this "challenge" and I think made the design even better. TD has some practical suggestions such as going to a new "on demand" water heating system, which we incporated. The selection of the finishes was easy with Timeline's guidance. In the end, we had a beautiful bathroom with a relaxing soaking tub, and a very functional shower. The bathroom was gutted and re-built. We are living overseas right now and haven't had the opportunity to use it as much as we'd like, but we're looking forward to being there on the holidays. **★★★★★ — pkohli42, Oct. 2012** > Timeline performed a remodel of master bedroom and bathroom including the design thereof. They stayed on time and within budget as communicated and were great and professional to work with. Highly recommended. **★★★★★ — anneaerobic, Sept. 2012** > It's been 5 years since our total home remodel by Timeline Design and we still pinch ourselves. It took only 5 months to complete the teardown and rebuild! We love the classic design with modern functionality. The design process was fun because we both had great ideas and they have the expertise to turn them into reality. Timeline has a friendly, respectful, and professional staff of designers and builders. I recommend them to anyone for any size project. Their integrity and work ethic is impeccable. **★★★★★ — gene51, Sept. 2012** > Timeline Design designed and build our 6,000 sq ft house. They took our ideas and made them better. As the project progressed they improved the design and solved problems as the reality of the construction unveiled ways to make it better or address issues. This was done as a matter of course, not as a way to jack up the price through change orders. Most of these changes did, in fact, not change the price. Some did require extra or different materials or effort but these only added T&M charges. We are still delighted with our house 7 years after it was completed. Timeline Design still sends people out to fix or address any issues we have as they arise. Timeline Design is an honest, committed and talented designer/builder. I can't recommend them high enough! ## Selected projects - [Stonewood Modern \| Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stonewood-modern-custom-home-pj-vj~7841852) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 20 - [Natoma Hillside \| Custom Home in Progress](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/natoma-hillside-custom-home-in-progress-pj-vj~7842116) - Location: Los Altos Hills, CA - Photos: 7 - [Tranquil Modern \| Whole House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tranquil-modern-whole-house-remodel-pj-vj~7841857) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 10 - [Casa Geometrica \| Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/casa-geometrica-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~7842088) - Location: Los Altos Hills, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: In collaboration with Tobin Dougherty Architects and SieMatic - [Talon Transitional \| Whole House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/talon-transitional-whole-house-remodel-pj-vj~7841858) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 9 - [California Mission Revival \| Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-mission-revival-custom-home-pj-vj~5928411) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 22 - Description: Having built a home for our client's parents two years earlier, we were thrilled when we were commissioned to Design+Build this Mission Revival Home for the son, his new bride and their newborn child. Much to our delight, the owner had lived many years in Mexico City and both partners were enamored with the California Mission Style architecture. They had spent a lot of time studying the architecture and were integral in the design of the house. This 5,700 sq.ft., 5 br, 4.5 ba home in Los Altos h… - [Contemporary Redwood Prairie \| Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-redwood-prairie-custom-home-pj-vj~7246602) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 17 - Description: Los Altos Contemporary Prairie Custom Home 5,000+ sf with a detached ADU and backyard entertainment space. - [French Provincial \| Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-provincial-custom-home-pj-vj~7246595) - Location: Menlo Park, CA - Photos: 20 - Description: Menlo Park French Provincial Custom Home approximately 6,000 sf. - [Modern Prairie \| Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-prairie-custom-home-pj-vj~3554861) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 31 - Description: Our clients, two tech executives love Frank LLoyd Wright. That was the inspiration for this house. Although not a true prairie style home, we like to call it "Prarie Inspired." We started out with the idea to remodel their existing home. However, after a few versions of what was possible, they decided to explore a custom home. The original house was dark and oriented on the lot in such a way that the living areas and master bedroom were dark. Rotating the home on the lot and adding a light tower… - [Coastal Cottage \| Whole House Addition Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coastal-cottage-whole-house-addition-remodel-pj-vj~5382388) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: By embracing the natural Santa Cruz feel and adding the owners' personal style, this home was turned into a beautiful beach cottage. - [Linea Vita \| Custom Home in Progress](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/linea-vita-custom-home-in-progress-pj-vj~7843141) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 5 - [Mountain Retreat \| Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-retreat-custom-home-pj-vj~86028) - Location: Portola Valley, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: This charming home design takes full advantage of the incredible views surrounding the house. Tall windows and sliding doors bring in a lot of natural light making the interior of the house shine against the lush greenery of the background. White surfaces with classical elements present in the detailed wainscoting and crown molding unify the living/dining/kitchen spaces and create a backdrop to vibrant, multi-hued furnishings. The dark stained oak floor throughout the house grounds the white cas… - [Traditional Craftsman \| Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-craftsman-custom-home-pj-vj~5670150) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: 6,000+ Sq. Ft. - [Contemporary Hearth Home \| Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-hearth-home-custom-home-pj-vj~5890496) - Location: Santa Clara, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: Now empty nesters, our clients were very excited to downsize from their larger Cupertino home to their smaller Santa Clara home. Although they are are big fans of contemporary design; this would stand out in their Santa Clara prairie ranch style neighborhood. So, our architects used transitional elements such as a hip roof, (the same roof shape as the ranch style homes in the neighborhood) but updated the look by using metal material and clean contemporary lines. Another way they integrated thei… - [Timberline Haven \| Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/timberline-haven-custom-home-pj-vj~3000046) - Location: Burlingame, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: Winner of 2018 NKBA Northern California Chapter Design Competition \* Judges' Choice Located in the Ray Park neighborhood of Burlingame, the clients desired a house that reflected the charm of yesteryear while providing modern convenience and interior designs. Our goal was to design and build a new home that looked like it "belonged" in the neighborhood. We kept the scale small and the details consistent with the original character of the neighborhood which were mostly designed and built in the 1… - [Palo Alto Modern Custom Home Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palo-alto-modern-custom-home-design-pj-vj~7501223) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Midcentury Kitchen & Bath Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/midcentury-kitchen-and-bath-remodel-pj-vj~2820315) - Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Photos: 4 - Description: Winner of 2018 NKBA Northern California Chapter Design Competition \* Third place Medium Kitchen The goal on this project was to turn an old, dark kitchen into a mid-century modern one. We kept the color palette simple, but used many different, unique styles and patterns in the finishes to give it character. To shower the space with natural light, a large skylight was placed directly above the new island. A new light structure was also added, along with new appliances. This kitchen became the gat… - [Contemporary Coffee and Cream Kitchen and Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-coffee-and-cream-kitchen-and-master-bath-pj-vj~2766738) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 5 - [Los Altos Hillside Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hillside-custom-home-pj-vj~6905762) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 3 - Description: This is a Timeline Design+Build designed home. - [Contemporary Great Room Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-great-room-remodel-pj-vj~5737119) - Location: Los Gatos, CA - Photos: 4 [See all 21 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/timeline-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1954593881) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840738279.m3u8?s=bcd290a2860186fc07ba96d97b238ec336552637&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **Do you manage permitting and approvals?** Yes, we absolutely manage permitting and approvals. Our in-house architectural team guides the process from initial concepts to permit-ready construction documents, ensuring a smooth and precise journey for your project. We handle the complexities so you don't have to. **Are you licensed and insured?** Yes, we are a licensed design-build firm, and our team includes licensed architects. We ensure all necessary licensing is in place for our operations and professionals. While not explicitly stated in the provided text, being a 'licensed design-build firm' and having 'licensed architects' strongly implies we are also insured, which is standard practice for a professional firm. **What does your design-build process include?** Our design-build process is fully integrated, uniting architecture, interior design, and construction under one roof. It includes initial concepts, architectural design, permit-ready documents, space planning, material selection, and comprehensive construction. We streamline the entire journey from vision to completion, providing a single point of contact and minimizing risks. **How do you ensure projects stay within budget?** We prioritize detailed pre-planning and coordination with all stakeholders to minimize budget risks. Our integrated design-build approach, with architects, interior designers, and builders under one roof, streamlines the process, reduces delays, and improves communication, all of which are crucial for keeping projects on budget. **Do you handle both architectural design and construction?** Yes, absolutely. We are a full-service architecture and construction firm. We unite architectural design, interior design, and construction expertise all under one roof, ensuring a cohesive and streamlined process from concept through completion for your custom home or remodel. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/156083277/list/wish-list) — 2 ideas - [Somasundram](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/142812782/list/somasundram) — 32 ideas - [Cabinet Acessories](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/135509057/list/cabinet-acessories) — 3 ideas - [Bathroom Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/135509078/list/bathroom-ideas) — 1 idea - [Farber House Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118746812/list/farber-house-ideas) — 6 ideas - [Upcoming Trends](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/130125498/list/upcoming-trends) — 14 ideas - [BHATIA Exterior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131839436/list/bhatia-exterior) — 4 ideas - [Faeber Ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/121595153/list/faeber-ideabooks) — 6 ideas - [Keenan Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/116786474/list/keenan-beach-house) — 23 ideas - [Lin Inspirations](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/104255840/list/lin-inspirations) — 22 ideas - [Santa Barbara Mission](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115473301/list/santa-barbara-mission) — 6 ideas - [tldesign's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/34993604/list/tldesign-s-ideas) — 3 ideas - [Tse Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108102433/list/tse-ideas) — 1 idea - [Tarrasch Pergola](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/98458668/list/tarrasch-pergola) — 7 ideas - [Kyle Inspirational Book](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/47752467/list/kyle-inspirational-book) — 86 ideas - [Thompson shower doors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/96874232/list/thompson-shower-doors) — 7 ideas - [Tarrasch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/93857756/list/tarrasch) — 5 ideas - [Cindy](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91613949/list/cindy) — 3 ideas - [Entry Door](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54660460/list/entry-door) — 7 ideas - [Kitchen Flooring](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70264258/list/kitchen-flooring) — 21 ideas [See all 20 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/tldesignbuild) ## Community Q&A **Q: What was used for the bath room floor and shower?** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me the name of the tile please? Thanks. A: Hey there, thanks for the question! The bathroom floor tile is Elysium Mosaics - River Series - River Grey Matte 12x24 (River Grey Matte). The shower wall tile is Elysium Mosaics - River Series - River Grey Lapato 12x24 (River Grey Lappato). **Q: Wall paint color please** *(in Photo Questions)* Brand and paint number, thank you! A: Kelly Moore Kitten Whisker – KMW29 https://kellymooreshop.com/products/kmw29-kitten-whiskers?variant=31976630517830 **Q: Nice laundry! Dimensions please** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you tell me the length and width of this laundry room? Thanks in advance! A: The laundry room is 6' wide. Thanks Matthew **Q: Where was the bed/headboard purchased from?** *(in Photo Questions)* Thanks you. A: Sorry, the headboard was a rented piece for the photo shoot. **Q: What is the paint color on the walls above the kitchen window?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you for your inquiry! The color is Benjamin Moore, Fog Mist \#OC-31 **Q: What is the paint color on the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi again! The paint color on the walls is Benjamin Moore Albescent OC-40 --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*