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# ZAK Architecture

Original Houzz profile: [ZAK Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/zak-architecture-pfvwus-pf~344027569)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** San Francisco
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (1 review)
- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2012–2017), for Design, Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- 100,000 Ideabook Saves

Zak Architecture is committed to exceptional design and outstanding craftsmanship. We move beyond current trends and honor the principles that make good design. Our goal is to produce extraordinary architecture that will serve and inspire for decades and for generations.  Our projects capture the spirit of their site, while gracefully solving the many challenges of design and construction. Subtleties of proportion, celebration of light and thoughtful framing of views are all delicately balanced to create one inspirational vision. We use natural materials that are beautiful to the eye, pleasant to the touch and age with grace. For us, a building is not just a place to dwell; it is a work of art and an expression of the dreams and passion within us all.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Kitchen Design
- Floor Plans
- Space Planning
- Drafting
- Site Preparation

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | ZAK Architecture |
| Address | 245 Vallejo Street, San Francisco 94111, United States |
| Phone | (415) 705-6200 |
| Website | http://www.zakarchitecture.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 471 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [ZAK Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/zak-architecture-pfvwus-pf~344027569)
- **Website:** http://www.zakarchitecture.com
- **Phone:** (415) 705-6200

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2012–2017), for Design, Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 1 review**

### All 1 review

**★★★★★ — Quantum Windows & Doors, Dec. 2015**

> Hands down, we have found the team at Zak Architecture to be one of the easiest firms to work with! It is an absolute pleasure working alongside architects that are not only flexible but highly capable in reasoning things out. Top this off with very clean, contemporary design and elegant detailing and you have a dream firm perfect for the luxury homeowner. The staff at Quantum proudly recommends Zak Architecture.

## Selected projects

- [Filter House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/filter-house-pj-vj~275183)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 16
- [Vineyard House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vineyard-house-pj-vj~415)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Bridge House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bridge-house-pj-vj~105720)
  - Location: Truckee, CA
  - Photos: 9
- [Corner House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corner-house-pj-vj~413)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Cluster House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cluster-house-pj-vj~379)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beach-house-pj-vj~414)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Assembly House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/assembly-house-pj-vj~104054)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Stone House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stone-house-pj-vj~417)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Courtyard House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/courtyard-house-pj-vj~103893)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
- [Hillside House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillside-house-pj-vj~412)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5

[See all 10 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/zak-architecture-pfvwus-pf~344027569)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Floating shelves...fantastic !** *(in Photo Questions)*

I love the shelves, where or how can I get those?

A: The bookshelves are made of 2" thick Ipe, with and ebonized finsih

**Q: Steps...** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hi,
Can you tell me the dimensions of the landing and the doors?
Thanks!

A: door opening is at 6' wide, the landing is 12' wide

**Q: Wall texture** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you tell me what the wall material and paint color is?

A: wall material is a integral color plaster, laid over a gyp. board wall. We work closely w/ our client and builder to control the color variation and the way light plays off this some-what reflective material

**Q: Wow that ceiling** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you tell me bout ceiling?

A: the cieling is an inverted board and batten construction, made of 1 x 8 alaskan yellow cedar w/ a water based stain

**Q: Where did you get this tub from??** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The tub is supplied by a company called 'Stone Forest'

**Q: Location** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where is this?

A: Hawaii, big Island, Kona Coast

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-15.*