--- title: "modern house architects — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/modern-house-architects-pfvwus-pf~662791240 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~662791240.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "modern house architects" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/de7347280cd34c52_6050-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1265 Indiana Street, San Francisco, California 94107, United States" latitude: 37.7621 longitude: -122.3971 phone: "(415) 596-7281" website: http://modernhousearchitects.com rating: 5 review_count: 6 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 2050 last_updated: 2026-09-05 --- # modern house architects Original Houzz profile: [modern house architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/modern-house-architects-pfvwus-pf~662791240) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** San Francisco, CA - **Serves:** San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Daly City, Alameda, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Pacifica, Albany, Mill Valley, Emeryville, Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, Piedmont, Tiburon, Sausalito, Brisbane, Broadmoor, Marin City, Belvedere, Colma, Alto, Belvedere Tiburon - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2012), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Published nationally - Offers Custom Work - 22 years in business Experts in modernist custom homes as well as remodel of existing mid-century homes and buildings. Curt has been practicing architecture for the past 22 years. In that time he has proven to be one of the finest modern architects. His work has been published in Architectural Record as well as many Bay area publications. He has a strong belief that all architecture should be designed specifically to the individual needs of the client, and should not prescribe to any predetermined solution. Curt’s appreciation and understanding for Mid-Century architecture has also made him one of the premier Architects on Eichler and Mid-Century building renovations in the bay area. He also believes that Green architecture is part of good architecture and should be seamlessly infused with the design instead of merely applied, as in most current Green projects today. Together with a complete understanding of architecture's past and a continuing portfolio of modern residential and commercial commissions, Curt has positioned his firm to encourage clients to move back to the future. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Historic Building Conservation ### Areas Served - San Francisco - Oakland - Berkeley - Daly City - Alameda - South San Francisco - San Bruno - Pacifica - Albany - Mill Valley - Emeryville - Tamalpais-Homestead Valley - Piedmont - Tiburon - Sausalito - Brisbane - Broadmoor - Marin City - Belvedere - Colma - Alto - Belvedere Tiburon ### Typical Job Cost $500,000 - 12 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | modern house architects | | Address | 1265 Indiana Street, San Francisco, California 94107, United States | | Phone | (415) 596-7281 | | Website | http://modernhousearchitects.com | | License Number | C26383 | | Followers on Houzz | 2050 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [modern house architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/modern-house-architects-pfvwus-pf~662791240) - **Website:** http://modernhousearchitects.com - **Phone:** (415) 596-7281 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2012), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews** ### All 6 reviews **★★★★★ — Alfred Pace, Oct. 2014** > Curt Cline of Modern House Architects was the design architect for our Atherton home, now referred to as 'Five Palms'. Unlike many of the wonderful but somewhat more traditional homes in Atherton, my wife and I desired a classic, streamlined mid-century modern aesthetic. We are so fortunate we came upon Curt and his team! After our first meeting we concluded almost immediately that he was OUR Architect. Thoughtful, engaging, disciplined, Curt applies his considerable talents and skills to his craft. His homes are clean, open, light filled and remind me of Neutra best works...only better. Throughout the process, Curt technical prowess was helpful as he was able to rapidly render several prospective full color renditions of our home, altering color palate, materials, etc. These computer renditions had the quality of photographs, making the connection with the envisioned final product very easy. Today, the house looks just like the computer renditions Curt provided to us at the start of our process! > > In my view, Curt is an emerging, significant talent. He works diligently to create wonderful living spaces, fabulous aesthetics and is always listening to his client...and often 'saved' us from ourselves! I am confident that sometime down the road Curt's houses will be celebrated as modern contributions to what can often be an uninspired space! He is topflight. Recommend without reservation! **★★★★★ — DZINE, Oct. 2014** > I've had the pleasure of collaborating with Curt Cline on several occasions. I am the VP and COO of DZINE, a SF showroom for contemporary Italian furnishings, kitchens, and bath. I am proud to see our furniture (DZINE) in the stunning homes designed by Modern Home, either in staging them or providing them directly to his clients. His architecture is always sensitive to its surroundings and livable, but also striking and unique. Perhaps most importantly, Curt is a great to work with, and serves his clients and collaborators well. **★★★★★ — Smollen The Builder, March 2012** > I have had the pleasure of building some of Curt's projects over the past few years. I admire the level of detail and thoroughness presented in all of his plans and specifications. Curt is incredibility proficient and the most detail-oriented Architect I have ever worked with, which ensures a smooth, on budget, on time, and fun project for everyone involved. I highly recommend him to anyone considering building a new or renovating a modern home. > > Craig Smollen **★★★★★ — Field Landscape Architecture, Aug. 2011** > Curt is a remarkably talented architect with an unerring eye for detail. He represents one of those very rare combinations of gifted design ability and egoless passion for his craft. He is always open to creative ideas, willing to experiment and take risks, eager to explore the infinitely subtle world that is the art of architecture. > He is truly a joy and an inspiration to work with. > > Christopher Yates **★★★★★ — hermanhaus, Dec. 2010** > My wife and I worked with Curt on the design of our new home. Curt is not only easy and fun to work with, he is a very talented architect and architectural designer. He has a great appreciation and understanding of the past, especially mid-century modern, and is skilled at bringing the best of that world into solutions that are fresh and relevant. More importantly, he has created a home for our family that is a reflection of our lifestyle, is very comfortable and a joy to live in. > > Kevin Herman, Client **★★★★★ — cdebr, Dec. 2010** > We have a mid-century modern house that we wanted to remodel. It took quit a few tries to find an architect who "gets it." Curt Cline from Modern House took our mid- century modern and made it current with out loosing the original charm. It's like the way the house should of been built in the beginning. Curt listened to what we wanted and came back with a design that far exceeded our imagination. With the other architects we felt we would have to educate ourselves, design what we wanted and just have them draw up the plans. Curt's been a dream to work with, he worked with us patiently through all are questions and ideas. We worked out all the little details and have a final plan. As soon as spring comes we will start our > remodel. Can't Wait. > Chris DeBruine ## Selected projects - [The Flying V](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-flying-v-pj-vj~5876896) - Location: Atherton, CA - Photos: 12 - [Kanani - Kukio Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kanani-kukio-residence-pj-vj~7112329) - Location: Kukio, HI - Photos: 12 - [ECLIPSE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eclipse-pj-vj~7112272) - Location: Los Altos Hills, CA - Photos: 9 - [Mauna Kea Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mauna-kea-residence-pj-vj~7113211) - Location: Waimea, HI - Photos: 9 - [Cook Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cook-residence-pj-vj~7112338) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: Under construction - [Kailua Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kailua-residence-pj-vj~7112339) - Location: Kailua, HI - Photos: 5 - [Gaines Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gaines-residence-pj-vj~5876900) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: completed in 2018 saratoga, ca general contractor \| Zack Dick Construction structural engineer \| Westfall Engineers, Inc. civil engineer \| Westfall Engineers, Inc. geotechnical engineer \| Geoforensics, Inc. energy consultant \| Philip Neumann Energy Design photo by Assassi Productions artwork by Thomas Prinz - [Devaux Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/devaux-residence-pj-vj~1839083) - Location: Atherton, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: atherton, ca landscape architect \| Christopher Yates from FIELD Landscape Architecture general contractor \| Interspace Builders pool contractor \| Paradise Pools and Gardens kitchen cabinetry \| StudioBecker structural engineer \| Westfall Engineers, Inc. civil engineer \| Lea & Braze Engineering, Inc. energy consultant \| Philip Neumann Energy Design photography \| Richard Barnes - [Saratoga New Residence (Unbuilt)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-new-residence-unbuilt-pj-vj~7112323) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 4 - [Puako Residence (Unbuilt Scheme)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/puako-residence-unbuilt-scheme-pj-vj~7112325) - Location: Puako, HI - Photos: 5 - [Liou Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/liou-residence-pj-vj~62400) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 21 - [Gallello Residence Final - East Meets West](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gallello-residence-final-east-meets-west-pj-vj~603330) - Location: Los Altos Hills, CA - Photos: 23 - Description: See schematic rendered images here: http://www.houzz.com/projects/6529/Gallello-Residence--Rendered-Images- Photography by Assassi Productions ©assassi2014 \| http://www.assassi.com Artworks by Thomas Prinz ©thomasprinz2014 \| http://www.thomasprinz.com - [Pangan Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pangan-residence-pj-vj~349454) - Location: Milpitas, CA - Photos: 6 - [San Anselmo Eichler Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-anselmo-eichler-remodel-pj-vj~7112202) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [San Rafael Eichler Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-rafael-eichler-remodel-pj-vj~7112055) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: Under construction. - [Halderman/Brooks Eichler](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/halderman-brooks-eichler-pj-vj~23384) - Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Photos: 25 - Description: Photography by Assassi Productions - [Eichler Remodel in Palo Alto](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eichler-remodel-in-palo-alto-pj-vj~2340837) - Location: Palo Alto, CA - Photos: 6 - [Monte Sereno Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/monte-sereno-residence-pj-vj~6531) - Location: Monte Sereno, CA - Photos: 30 - [New Residence in Los Altos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-residence-in-los-altos-pj-vj~253484) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 16 - Description: MODECO reinterprets traditional mid-century design into an eco-derived 21st century modernism. We were fortunate to have been commissioned by an owner/developer who wished to create a new home that was both site specific and sensitive to the remaining mid-century character of existing homes left in this neighborhood. We drew upon archetypes of the 40‘s and 50‘s, such as limited front facade fenestration and appropriately located roof overhangs, while using materials more common to current modern… - [Bay Area Residence 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bay-area-residence-2-pj-vj~1839042) - Location: Woodside, CA - Photos: 7 [See all 29 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/modern-house-architects-pfvwus-pf~662791240) ## Ideabooks - [modernhouse's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19495883/list/modernhouse-s-ideas) — 2 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/modernhouse) ## Community Q&A **Q: Can you tell me the details on this sinnk faucet? I love it.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Dornbracht http://www.dornbracht.com/en-us/products/ We spec'd a faucet from the Tara series. We assume the one shown in the photo is not available anymore. **Q: Hi great stairs - what kind of stone did you use ? Thank you so much!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: @dpernatti Thank you - we used Absolute black flamed granite for the stairs. **Q: The wood?** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi, I'm looking at building a office in the garden, and I'm looking for a nice rich coloured wood, what's the wood used here? As it's got a beautiful finish. A: @ifullerdesign Thank you! - We used mahogany wood for the exterior. **Q: Love the floors!** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you please tell me what type of wood floors (and stain) were used here? A: Thank you @badger\_brad! The floors are Plainsawn white oak, no stain **Q: Body jets** *(in Photo Questions)* What is a good brand for body jets? A: @dlopez1173 We like to use Hansgrohe: http://www.hansgrohe-usa.com **Q: Awaiting answer about floor please** *(in Photo Questions)* Please tells us about the floor, wood, stain and finish???? A: @sandystuart1 We used black walnut, clear finish for this project --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-05.*