--- title: "Daniel Ruark, Architect — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/daniel-ruark-architect-pfvwus-pf~277172719 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~277172719.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Daniel Ruark, Architect" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/4a2366e900dcdd64_1876-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Bridgeway, Sausalito, California 94965, United States" latitude: 37.8685 longitude: -122.5091 phone: "(415) 302-7932" website: http://www.danielruarkarchitect.com rating: 5 review_count: 6 followers: 54 last_updated: 2026-09-27 --- # Daniel Ruark, Architect Original Houzz profile: [Daniel Ruark, Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/daniel-ruark-architect-pfvwus-pf~277172719) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Sausalito, CA - **Serves:** San Francisco, San Rafael, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, Corte Madera, Tiburon, Kentfield, Sausalito, Marin City, Sleepy Hollow, Ross, Belvedere, Fairfax, Woodacre, Bolinas, Alto, Stinson Beach, Muir Beach, Belvedere Tiburon, Greenbrae, Hawaii, Honolulu - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Online consultation - Budget friendly - Offers Custom Work Daniel Ruark is an independently practicing Architect—a broadly experienced professional with over twenty years of dedication to creating functional, practical, aesthetically pleasing, and inspirational environments for a client's personal and professional lifestyle. New Homes from $750,000 to 10 Million. Entire Home Renovations $500,000 to $5 Million. Remodels and Additions $300,000 to $3 Million. Professional Architectural services fees generally fall within the range of 7 to 12 percent of construction cost, depending upon services required and whether the project is new construction or remodeling of existing construction. Actual costs can vary depending on the scope and complexity of your project as well as geographic location and site characteristics. Daniel's architectural practice is a design- and service-oriented business dedicated to individual craftsmanship and careful attention-to-detail that is based squarely upon the client's needs and requirements. He offers the complete array of professional design services that most projects and clients require. This typically encompasses the initial step of a dialogue with the client to determine their essential needs and requirements, proceeding along to the creation of the architectural design, then documentation for obtaining approvals, building permits, and construction pricing, then finally, the administration and supervision of the actual construction and follow-up phases of the project. Daniel Ruark's independent practice of architecture builds upon a combined experience of thirteen years within two separate, yet uniquely similar, offices. Five years with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, as a Taliesin-trained Architect working upon residential, healthcare, and church projects. Eight years working closely alongside Aaron Green, FAIA, in his multi-disciplinary office. Aaron Green was an apprentice to Frank Lloyd Wright who professionally became Wright’s West Coast Representative working from his San Francisco office. In addition to managing his own private practice, Aaron Green was directly involved in over 40 projects of Frank Lloyd Wright's that spanned the final eight years of the master architect's life. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Architectural Drawings - House Plans - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Space Planning - Drafting - Construction Drawings - Custom Homes ### Areas Served - San Francisco - San Rafael - Mill Valley - Larkspur - San Anselmo - Tamalpais-Homestead Valley - Corte Madera - Tiburon - Kentfield - Sausalito - Marin City - Sleepy Hollow - Ross - Belvedere - Fairfax - Woodacre - Bolinas - Alto - Stinson Beach - Muir Beach - Belvedere Tiburon - Greenbrae - Hawaii - Honolulu ### Typical Job Cost $250,000 - 10 million New Homes from $750,000 to 10 Million. Entire Home Renovations $500,000 to $5 Million. Remodels and Additions $300,000 to $3 Million. Professional Architectural services fees generally fall within the range of 7 to 12 percent of construction cost, depending upon services required and whether the project is new construction or remodeling of existing construction. Actual costs can vary depending on the scope and complexity of your project as well as geographic location and site characteristics. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Daniel Ruark, Architect | | Address | Bridgeway, Sausalito, California 94965, United States | | Phone | (415) 302-7932 | | Website | http://www.danielruarkarchitect.com | | License Number | C-25934 | | Followers on Houzz | 54 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Daniel Ruark, Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/daniel-ruark-architect-pfvwus-pf~277172719) - **Website:** http://www.danielruarkarchitect.com - **Phone:** (415) 302-7932 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Licensed Architect: States of California, Hawaii, Utah, and Arizona ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews** ### All 6 reviews **★★★★★ — dannychau, Feb. 2018** > We purchased a 1954 Aaron Green home that was partially remodeled; mostly unfinished, and badly neglected. The home is a historic gem and we needed an architect who could help us respect the building's history while adding modern amenities. > > We were struggling to find the right architect partner and Daniel found us. As we were embarking on this project, Daniel and his associate, Jan Novie, setup a meeting. After a few meetings to review the project and discuss scope, We hired Daniel. We've done quite a few remodel projects; none this ambitious. Daniel was stellar. We worked very closely together to find innovative, cost effective solutions to bring our Aaron Green home back to its former beauty. > > Daniel's plans were very detailed. He worked closely with the city to help through some of the planning department's concerns. He also worked with the contractor and subs to ensure everything went to plan. > > He's patient, hard working, and reliable. His designs are amazing and the spaces he creates aren't just homes, but works of art. We highly recommend him! **★★★★★ — ABW CONSTRUCTION INC., April 2017** > Meeting Daniel Ruark on Eloise Circle in Los Altos Hills was a great experience. He and I, along with the Owners worked in conjunction with the formerly built project, designed by Aaron Green. > > Since Daniel worked with Aaron Green years ago, he had vast experience regarding the design of this unique property. He conducted himself in a very professional manner, and always made himself available for phone calls and meetings. In my entire career spanning over 30 years and having worked with many professionals, I've never met anyone who has been easier and such a pleasure to work with. > > Daniel's plans were very precise and detailed, allowing for ease of performing the technical work involved in blending the old and new structures together. I can’t think of anyone whom I could recommend more highly. > > Art Wilbrand - President, A.B.W. Construction, Inc. **★★★★★ — Frances Fung, Jan. 2017** > Daniel’s creative responses to the landscaping conditions on site at a house I purchased last December were surprising creative, functional and beautiful.. I repainted the interior and loved his color choices. Daniel is good at communicating what he likes, and giving feedback on my ideas. On my Aaron Green home, I am now replacing the floors after getting the pros and cons of available solutions for my budget. Daniel's up to date organic architecture background is essential for me. **★★★★★ — Teresa Chaffee, Jan. 2017** > Daniel is a very likable professional, he has the credentials and expertise to help his clients achieve any level of their architectural goals. Daniel will work diligently to guide you through the entire building process from conceptual drawings to all requirements needed for submitting plans. Daniel makes it his priority to be a reliable and dedicated architect. **★★★★★ — William Swank, Nov. 2016** > We have employed Daniel on a number of occasions. He has been fantastic: inspired, thoughtful, efficient, prepared, throughly imbued with the Aaron Green/Frank Lloyd Wright ethos (but not dogmatic nor simply derivative). The first time we hired Daniel to work on an Aaron Green home that we owned in Southern California. Daniel had worked with Aaron on an earlier updating of the kitchen. The second time we hired Daniel to design a home for us at the Mauna Kea Resort on the Big Island in Hawaii. We currently intent to hire him to work on a master bedroom remodel of another home in Hawaii. Without fail, Daniel provided a number of wonderful design ideas and solutions to fit within our budget--all within his own and the Aaron Green/FLW aesthetic. He should definitely be on the short list of people you interview before beginning a project of any size or type. **★★★★★ — Robert Harrison, Oct. 2016** > Aaron Green could not have asked for a more worthy heir than Daniel Ruark, just as Frank Lloyd Wright could not have asked for a more worthy heir than Aaron Green. In 2013, I purchased a small residence on the Stanford campus designed by Aaron Green, a real gem of a house that had an outdoor tool shed in the carport area. I consulted Ruark about transforming the shed into a master bathroom that would incorporate into the main house without compromising or adding to the main plan. Ruark produced an ingenious, exquisite design, down to the last detail, and oversaw the construction, which entailed considerable challenges. The result is a stunning master bathroom that blends seamlessly into the unique architecture and color tones of the house. Daniel Ruark's professionalism, honesty, and devotion to his work are exemplary. He is a a master artist of organic architecture. Aaron Green recognized this, and the work Ruark did for me confirms it. ## Selected projects - [Hawaii Mauna Kea North Fairways Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hawaii-mauna-kea-north-fairways-remodel-pj-vj~6116285) - Location: Waimea, HI - Photos: 18 - Description: Second project with my Mauna Kea Client, who ended our previous work on another nearby residence when this special and rare opportunity came on the market. They enthusiastically became the second owner of an early “Hawaiian Contemporary” residence by the locally renowned architect Lucky Bennett—an expansive stucco and wood 5,000 sqft. (livable area) two-story home with six bedrooms and seven baths. It had been a fairly well-maintained 30-year old residence at time of purchase, but entirely dated… - [Carmel Valley Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carmel-valley-residence-pj-vj~134116) - Location: Carmel Valley, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: All main social spaces of the 4,560 sqft residence are organized within the open volume defined by the spreading canopy of a hexagonal shaped tiled roof. A massive double-sided fireplace at center is shared by living room, library and dining area. The kitchen is cradled in another portion of the hex form with windows opening out to landscaped planting areas. Darkly stained glu-lam beams spread outward from the masonry core and split to each side of the corner mitred glass windows and come to res… - [Promontory Ranch Club Residence, Park City, Utah](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/promontory-ranch-club-residence-park-city-utah-pj-vj~133374) - Location: Park City, UT - Photos: 54 - Description: 12,000 sqft. residence (8,000 livable) on a three-acre downsloping lot at 7,000 foot elevation with 270° distant views of surrounding mountain ranges. Cor-ten steel sheet employed for roof and siding finish. Architectural poured-in-place concrete platform carries main social spaces and shelters terrace below. Exposed concrete given a bush-hammered and light sandblasted finish. Copper-clad window/door system (wood interior). The Client strongly preferred a contemporary design yet also had to resp… - [Hawaii Mauna Kea Addition and Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hawaii-mauna-kea-addition-and-renovation-pj-vj~2074754) - Location: Waimea, HI - Photos: 23 - Description: Remodel of a 1974-designed single-story residence nestled into a southwest facing orientation towards spectacular coastline, ocean, and sunset views as well as three volcano views to the southeast. The residence essentially had not been updated since original construction. The Client purchased the property for their retirement residence at the Mauna Kea and embarked upon an extensive program of remodeling and additions. As well, they desired to construct 1,250 square feet of additions to the 2,8… - [Santa Lucia Preserve Residence (unbuilt)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-lucia-preserve-residence-unbuilt-pj-vj~3007478) - Location: Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA - Photos: 30 - Description: This residence is located within the 20,000 acre Santa Lucia Preserve, a private planned community set within a pristine and virtually unspoiled nature conservancy. The specific site itself is uniformly down sloping at a moderate rate, facing generally north. It has a very private quality—a large open grassy meadow at its center and ringed on all sides by majestic oaks and madrones. The client desired to site the residence at the upper, higher end of the site and centered on the meadow in order… - [Belvedere Residence Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/belvedere-residence-addition-pj-vj~6122235) - Location: Belvedere, CA - Photos: 26 - Description: In 1962, Aaron Green, a protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright, designed this lovely jewel of a house in redwood, concrete, and glass in Belvedere for a doctor and his growing family. They lived in this house for forty years virtually unchanged until both passed and left the house to the children, none of whom desired to hold onto to the property. The 2,700 sqft. residence is a design of linear form nestled parallel into the contours a steeply sloped west-facing three-quarter acre site with spectacular v… - [Master Bath Addition to Aaron Green-designed home in Stanford, California](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bath-addition-to-aaron-green-designed-home-in-stanford-california-pj-vj~1753782) - Location: Stanford, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: Master Bath Addition to a residence in the Faculty Housing neighborhood for Stanford University. Home originally designed in 1952 by Architect Aaron Green, a protege of Frank Lloyd Wright. The house was designed for a couple, both Stanford faculty, who enjoyed their home with virtually no changes for nearly 60 years. The current owner, a Stanford professor, required a Master Bathroom adjacent to the Master Bedroom, rather than the single original bathroom located at the opposite end of a hallway… - [Mendocino Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mendocino-residence-pj-vj~1753775) - Location: Philo, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: Residence for the owner of a small, innovative winery in the rolling hills above pastoral Anderson Valley of Mendocino County, California. The owner purposefully selected the site on his property, which was a natural clearing along the side of a prominent hill. Directly west from that spot, one can view his winery and vineyard. The residence is essentially two long rectangular forms, directly side-by-side and oriented towards the vineyard. The forms seem to be sliding past each other, only to be… - [Mendocino Residence (unbuilt)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mendocino-residence-unbuilt-pj-vj~2036214) - Location: Philo, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: Simple, modest guest cottage on a ranch setting for a repeat client. The cottage is nestled within a grassy meadow that gently falls away to the south with distant views of the rolling forested landscape beyond. The single-story cottage is 1,600 sqft. in livable area, with three bedrooms and two baths and an attached two-car garage that includes a workshop/storage space. The living, dining, and kitchen are combined in “great room” space under a hipped volume roof of exposed structural wood frami… - [Pebble Beach Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pebble-beach-residence-pj-vj~134123) - Location: Pebble Beach, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: The clients were a retiring couple, relocating to the West Coast following professional careers in the Midwest and desired a spacious informal new home for small scale entertaining as well as quiet time together for reading and study. The residence was placed within an evenly sloping one acre site containing attractive massings of mature Monterey Pines. This 4,200 sqft. residence is two levels arranged as a linear sequence of spaces angled against the main axis and sheltered by a single envelopi… - [Promontory Ranch Club Residence \#2, Park City, Utah](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/promontory-ranch-club-residence-2-park-city-utah-pj-vj~3152595) - Location: Park City, UT - Photos: 5 - Description: A speculative design for my client, who was interested in investing and developing other lots in the same gated community as their own property. This residence was desired to be contemporary but incorporating a bit more of the mountain vernacular aesthetic found desirable in the region. The design employed locally quarried buff colored sandstone masonry, weathering cor-ten steel roofing and siding (a rusty brick red color material favored by the Design Review Committee), and copper-clad windows… [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/daniel-ruark-architect-pfvwus-pf~277172719) ## Ideabooks - [hawaiian](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/26086024/list/hawaiian) — 7 ideas - [fence ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15608677/list/fence-ideas) — 1 idea [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/danielruarkarchitect) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-27.*