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address: "470 Wald, Irvine and Indian Wells, California 92210, United States"
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# David R. Olson Architects

Original Houzz profile: [David R. Olson Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/david-r-olson-architects-pfvwus-pf~377782408)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Irvine and Indian Wells, CA
- **Serves:** Indio, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, Coachella, La Quinta, Rancho Mirage, Thousand Palms, Bermuda Dunes, Indian Wells, Vista Santa Rosa, Indio Hills, Alpine Village
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

We are an established Southern California architecture firm specializing in high end custom residences. We were founded in 1991 and our work can be found in spectacular communities across the country and has been published multiple times and has received multiple awards. We pride ourselves on strong relationships with our clients that result in stunning residences that go beyond expectations.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Sustainable Design

### Areas Served

- Indio
- Cathedral City
- Palm Desert
- Coachella
- La Quinta
- Rancho Mirage
- Thousand Palms
- Bermuda Dunes
- Indian Wells
- Vista Santa Rosa
- Indio Hills
- Alpine Village

### Typical Job Cost

$200,000 - 20 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | David R. Olson Architects |
| Address | 470 Wald, Irvine and Indian Wells, California 92210, United States |
| Phone | (949) 450-0093 |
| Website | http://www.olsonarchitect.com |
| License Number | C19424 |
| Followers on Houzz | 116 |

**Social profiles:**
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-olson-6475238
- Blog — http://www.olsonarchitect.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [David R. Olson Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/david-r-olson-architects-pfvwus-pf~377782408)
- **Website:** http://www.olsonarchitect.com
- **Phone:** (949) 450-0093

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Licenses in multiple states and NCARB certification

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [NCARB](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ncarb-pfvwus-pf~1477640315)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews**

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — bwright76, Aug. 2015**

> David Helped us design our dream house in the Palm Desert area.  We have built many homes and he was the best architect with have worked with.  He helped us realize our vision of the home, rather than pushing his own ideas, but he had lots of ideas that enhanced the final product and at the same time was conscience of the budget.

**★★★★★ — wws10111949, June 2015**

> As an architect has the ability to integrate the desires of the owner and his talent for architectural design. The architect has the ability to do a variety of different architectural exteriors.is sensitive to cost and the floor plan of the house to create an efficient home while still being dramatic. I was very pleased with the effort and communication between the office and our-selves. We would not hesitate to recommend David Olson .

**★★★★★ — scottallen97, June 2015**

> Dave has been the architect on two homes I have built for my family.  He combines creative design with a practicality that allows the project to be built simply and with in budget.  I would not hesitate to have him design our next house should we ever built another one and I have recommended him to several friends.

**★★★★★ — chrissunshine, June 2015**

> David designed our custom home in Shady Canyon, Irvine. He was very professional, thoughtful and kind throughout the entire process. As a woman homeowner in charge of designing and building my own home, there are occasions when it is difficult to deal with all the men in the building industry. David was a good listener, patient and accommodating. He never stressed out. He made me feel like we were all on the same team. In retrospect, I had a very good experience with him and I recommend him often to my friends.

**★★★★★ — kmegonigal, Oct. 2014**

> David designed our new house which we built on a cliff next to a City Park.  It is four stories and took incredible talent designing a house that maximized our ocen view while also meeting the restrictions the city put on us.  Many people thought the lot was unbuildable!  We have just completed the house and everyone who sees it can't believe how beautiful and spacious for a 3500 sq ft home with 1500 sq ft of deck space.  David is an artist as well as an architect.  His taste in design and architecture are wonderful.  Also, our builder respects his talent and enjoyed working with him!  I now know why people have hired him more than once!

**★★★★★ — Stacey Schneider Interiors, Sept. 2014**

> David Olson designed a home for me in Palm Springs, CA. Every step of the way he made the process successful. He worked professionally and in a timely manner. I would highly recommend becoming a client of David Olson if you want to ensure your final product is what you had strived for from the start.

## Selected projects

- [Hollywood Hills Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hollywood-hills-residence-pj-vj~693927)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Rancho Mirage Residence / Mission Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rancho-mirage-residence-mission-hills-pj-vj~695611)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 20
- [Indian Wells Contemporary Residence \#1 / Toscana](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indian-wells-contemporary-residence-1-toscana-pj-vj~695658)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 21
- [Rancho Mirage Residence / Mirada \#3](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rancho-mirage-residence-mirada-3-pj-vj~693949)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Dana Point Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dana-point-residence-pj-vj~709144)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Rancho Mirage Residence / Mirada \#1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rancho-mirage-residence-mirada-1-pj-vj~693937)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Corona Del Mar Residence / Irvine Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corona-del-mar-residence-irvine-terrace-pj-vj~693933)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Indian Wells Residence / Vintage Club](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indian-wells-residence-vintage-club-pj-vj~695608)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [San Diego Residence / Rancho Pacifica](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-diego-residence-rancho-pacifica-pj-vj~693941)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Indian Wells Residence / Toscana \#4](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indian-wells-residence-toscana-4-pj-vj~695575)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Irvine Residence / Shady Canyon](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/irvine-residence-shady-canyon-pj-vj~695593)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Spanish Colonial / Santa Barbara
- [La Quinta Residence / Madison Club](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/la-quinta-residence-madison-club-pj-vj~695588)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Indian Wells Residence / Toscana \#5](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indian-wells-residence-toscana-5-pj-vj~695604)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Indian Wells Residence / Toscana \#2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indian-wells-residence-toscana-2-pj-vj~695558)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
- [Indian Wells Residence / Toscana \#4](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indian-wells-residence-toscana-4-pj-vj~695616)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 22
- [Newport Beach Residence / Big Canyon](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/newport-beach-residence-big-canyon-pj-vj~695570)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: Craftsman
- [Rancho Mirage Residence / Mirada \#2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rancho-mirage-residence-mirada-2-pj-vj~695598)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7

[See all 17 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/david-r-olson-architects-pfvwus-pf~377782408)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118250514/list/wish-list) — 12 ideas
- [Lillian - Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/94919371/list/lillian-kitchen) — 183 ideas
- [Mesrobian](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111107543/list/mesrobian) — 20 ideas
- [segerstrom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111404567/list/segerstrom) — 4 ideas
- [Lumpkin](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111403523/list/lumpkin) — 22 ideas
- [Taylor](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111221531/list/taylor) — 3 ideas
- [Call - Costa Mesa](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110549531/list/call-costa-mesa) — 8 ideas
- [Lillian - backyard](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90463862/list/lillian-backyard) — 71 ideas
- [Image Set](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/34292599/list/image-set) — 34 ideas
- [guest bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77077875/list/guest-bedroom) — 16 ideas
- [Ramsey](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55005009/list/ramsey) — 1 idea

[See all 11 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/olsonarc)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-10.*