--- title: "Thomas Bateman Hood Architecture — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/thomas-bateman-hood-architecture-pfvwus-pf~596028226 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~596028226.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Thomas Bateman Hood Architecture" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/4b53a7a701dca3f6_9568-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Carmel, California 93923, United States" phone: "(831) 652-0012" website: http://thomasbatemanhood.com rating: 5 review_count: 4 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 163 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Thomas Bateman Hood Architecture Original Houzz profile: [Thomas Bateman Hood Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/thomas-bateman-hood-architecture-pfvwus-pf~596028226) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Carmel, CA - **Serves:** Seaside, Monterey, Marina, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Carmel Valley, Carmel Valley Village, Del Monte Forest, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Del Rey Oaks, Sand City - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2017), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - 25,000 Ideabook Saves Our firm specializes in custom architectural design, residential architecture, sports facilities, landscape architecture, commercial architecture. Designs acknowledge the client’s particular needs and budget, integrating sustainable construction practices, historic considerations, site constraints of the existing built context or sensitive habitat, and the necessary construction logistics. The return on investment for our clients has historically resulted in functional, beautiful designs and record sales profits in their respective markets. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Green Building - Space Planning - Historic Building Conservation ### Areas Served - Seaside - Monterey - Marina - Pacific Grove - Pebble Beach - Carmel Valley - Carmel Valley Village - Del Monte Forest - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Del Rey Oaks - Sand City ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Thomas Bateman Hood Architecture | | Address | Carmel, California 93923, United States | | Phone | (831) 652-0012 | | Website | http://thomasbatemanhood.com | | License Number | C197470 | | Followers on Houzz | 163 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — http://thomasbatemanhood.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Thomas Bateman Hood Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/thomas-bateman-hood-architecture-pfvwus-pf~596028226) - **Website:** http://thomasbatemanhood.com - **Phone:** (831) 652-0012 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Build It GreenFeatured on HGTVStaging location for Restoration HardwareSeen in British Home and Garden, Sunset Magazine, Architectural Record, Fine Home Building, and Custom Home Magazine, among others - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2017), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews** ### All 4 reviews **★★★★★ — rillito, Aug. 2013** > Design and construction consultation on a commercial building renovation. Thomas demonstrated outstanding design ideas taking the overall project budget and proposed building use into careful consideration. His years of experience also provided invaluable guidance through to the completion of the project in December 2012. Excellent. **★★★★★ — Mark Flom, Aug. 2013** > I have worked professionally with Tom and known him personally for over 30 years. He is a consummate professional, exceptional designer and hands-on architect. He will give your project the attention and care it needs, and bring to the process a unique combination of artistic nuance, technical accuracy, and old-fashioned TLC. As a fellow architect, I know the difficulty involved in trying to attain the competing goals of cost effective solutions and unique, inspiring designs that push the boundaries of the conventional and pedestrian. For many firms, this is a bridge too far---for Thomas Bateman Hood Architecture, it's called "Tuesday"! **★★★★★ — Green Curmudgeon, July 2013** > I have known and worked with Thomas Hood for over 30 years and have always found him to be one of the most talented and dedicated architects I have worked with. His combination of design skills and construction knowledge give him the ability to produce high quality designs that can be built cost effectively that produce high performance, durable buildings that are a pleasure to look at and live in. **★★★★★ — Cynthia Pillsbury, July 2013** > Thomas Hood is an incredible architect who delivers great design using impeccable service. He is a true professional who listens to his clients' needs and hopes for a new space. Tom worked with the man who built our house and designed our house which we eventually bought. When we needed to add a bedroom/bathroom in a very tight space and working with very particular city requirements we knew the original builder (Richard Hochschild) and architect, Thomas Hood would be the right team-- I know refer to them as the dream team because they work so well together and navigated a very tricky space and worked so well with the Town of Larkspur. The whole process has been efficient and enjoyable. ## Selected projects - [Contemporary Bungalow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-bungalow-pj-vj~284963) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: This Marin County residence was designed for a family who engaged the architect after viewing another shingle style home in the area. The house appears deceptively small from the street view. - [Yankee Point Residence, The Highlands, Carmel CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/yankee-point-residence-the-highlands-carmel-ca-pj-vj~6479874) - Location: Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA - Photos: 8 - [Idea House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/idea-house-pj-vj~285009) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: The Sunset Idea House in Monterey CA is 6800 square feet that includes three attached structures. The build it green philosophy included reclaimed barn wood, forest-certified lumber, native stone, photo voltaic panels, a cistern to re-use runoff water for plantings, and a clerestory to help with ventilation. - [Northern California Arts and Crafts](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/northern-california-arts-and-crafts-pj-vj~285052) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: Custom cabinetry by homeowner William Eichenberger. - [Architect's Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/architect-s-residence-pj-vj~286912) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: This Arts and Crafts home in Larkspur, California, was enlarged by building a new first floor and shifting the existing home up to the second level. - [Marin Boat Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marin-boat-room-pj-vj~286909) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Larkspur Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/larkspur-residence-pj-vj~285018) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 [See all 7 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/thomas-bateman-hood-architecture-pfvwus-pf~596028226) ## Ideabooks - [1 story remodels](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18115620/list/1-story-remodels) — 4 ideas - [fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/52603750/list/fireplaces) — 13 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/thomashood) ## Community Q&A **Q: Do you have any pictures of the front and side of the house?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: There is a front elevation of the house on our website: thomasbatemanhood.com, or on pinterest. The photo shown is the side of the house. Sorry, we do not have photos of the rear (east) or south side, as extensive redwood tree coverage made these shots very difficult. Feel free to contact us wth any other questions or if you need assistance with your home. We have floor plans and elevations available. Best, Thomas Hood, Architect **Q: What White for trim?** *(in Photo Questions)* I'm painting my house Kendall Charcoal, can you tell me what White you use for trim? A: The house shown was painted with Ben Moore "white" - I do not have record of exact color, sorry. I can say it had no yellow tint - almost bright white, if that helps. **Q: Paint Color** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi could someone please share the paint color? A: This color has struck a chord with so many people! The body color is Benjamin Moore Crodovan Brown stain. It often appears as black, but changes with the light. **Q: Siding** *(in Photo Questions)* Siding color? A: Siding color used was Benjamin Moore "Cordovan Brown" water based stain on seasoned Western Red Shingles. Heavy brush application. Intent was to make it appear "boac". In fact it varies from Charcoal to brown or gray depending on the weather, season, and sun/shade side of the house. **Q: what is the color of the shingles used on this house?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The product used: Benjamin Moore, solid body stain; color: Cordovan Brown **Q: Love this look. Trim color?** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you happen to know the name of the trim color? Thank you! A: I'm sorry, but I do not recall the color name for the trim. It was a Benjamin Moore product. It was almost a bright white. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*