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# EAC Designs

Original Houzz profile: [EAC Designs](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/eac-designs-pfvwus-pf~788887812)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Hoboken, NJ
- **Serves:** Newark, Jersey City, Hoboken, West New York, Montclair, Fort Lee, Ft Lee, Cliffside Park, Lyndhurst, Palisades Park, Harrison, Weehawken, Edgewater, Little Falls, Ridgefield Park, Hasbrouck Heights, Upper Montclair, Guttenberg, Ridgefield
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2015), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
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“Design is the search for a magical balance between art & business; concept & detail; designer & client.” — Valerie Pettis 
 
EAC Designs is a Hoboken, NJ-based firm founded by Erica Alvarez Castro, who is devoted to the idea that good design can be accessible to everyone, regardless of budget or style. Erica is committed to achieving design goals that reflect the unique character of each client and ensuring that the process is smooth, efficient and fun!
 
When Erica first arrived in Hoboken a year ago, she was impressed by all of the new real estate development, but found few full-service designers able to guide a project from idea to implementation. EAC Designs was established with that goal in mind, and we will be your design partner whether you are undertaking a major home renovation, or smaller kitchen and bathroom project.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Kitchen Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Floor Plans
- Bathroom Design
- Space Planning
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Drafting
- Home Restoration
- Project Management
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Basement Remodeling
- Mudroom Design
- Attic Conversion
- Basement Design
- Tiny House Construction
- Laundry Room Design

### Areas Served

- Newark
- Jersey City
- Hoboken
- West New York
- Montclair
- Fort Lee
- Ft Lee
- Cliffside Park
- Lyndhurst
- Palisades Park
- Harrison
- Weehawken
- Edgewater
- Little Falls
- Ridgefield Park
- Hasbrouck Heights
- Upper Montclair
- Guttenberg
- Ridgefield

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | EAC Designs |
| Address | 622 Park Avenue, Hoboken, New Jersey 07030, United States |
| Phone | (551) 574-3131 |
| Website | http://www.eac-design.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 192 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EACDesigns
- Blog — http://www.eac-designs.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [EAC Designs](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/eac-designs-pfvwus-pf~788887812)
- **Website:** http://www.eac-design.com
- **Phone:** (551) 574-3131

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2015), for Service.

## Reviews

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

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — cotterm4, Nov. 2014**

> I worked with Erica to renovate my kitchen and two bathrooms. I began with the vaguest of ideas and ended with rooms I still have to pinch myself to believe they are actually mine. Erica has a keen eye for style and design, even in the most unique of spaces. She helped me develop unique solutions and designs for each room, gently guiding and never imposing. She also patiently listened as I agonized over mirror sizes, tile colors, etc. and never gave up until we found the perfect fit. Working with Erica is like working with an extremely talented, patient, and knowledgeable friend. She gets just as excited about your home as you do and is always available to go over ideas.
> She also oversaw the actual construction, which was seamless, accident-less, and extremely clean. I dreaded having to live in a construction zone for a few weeks but it was incredibly organized and our space and home were completely respected.
> The moment our job was finished, I wanted to work with Erica on more ideas. I am extremely happy to have someone I know I can call if/when I want to do anything further to our home. She is a total joy to work with.

**★★★★★ — Singleton Interiors, Allied ASID, Aug. 2014**

> Erica is talented, creative, detail-oriented and extremely professional.  She has a great eye and stays on top of the latest styles and trends.  It was a pleasure working with her on several projects - She always works within timing and budget constraints and will not stop until the client is completely satisfied!  I would definitely recommend her to colleagues and friends for any design project, large or small.

**★★★★★ — katecarmstrong, June 2013**

> Erica Alvarez of EAC designs is a dream to work with.  She has an impeccable eye for design and delivers innovative and beautiful ideas and solutions, even when working in very tight spaces and time restraints.  Her organization and professionalism carry through the project, and she won't rest until her client is 100% happy with the result.  I have thoroughly enjoyed working with her and look forward to a continued design partnership!

**★★★★★ — marybethdamico, Jan. 2013**

> Erica Alvarez is a designer with a wonderful eye who balances the desire for a beautiful room with practical knowledge of what works and what doesn't. I worked with Erica recently to redesign my outdated 80's kitchen in my brownstone city apartment. Over several months, she helped me develop and refine my design ideas for the kitchen, not  imposing her own taste, but guiding me to some braver choices than I might have made on my own.  Best of all, when it came time to actually install  the kitchen, she did a great job of finding the best companies to do the job and overseeing them so that everything went very smoothly! With her meticulous planning and attention to detail, the entire install took only three weeks from start to finish, just as planned. Lastly, Erica also is simply great to work with on a human level. She gets just as excited about your project as you do. I am now working further with her to rethink my living room and other areas. Highly Recommended!!

**★★★★★ — Tom Dolan, Jan. 2013**

> Erica is extremely creative and innovative with her ideas but critically tasteful where other modern designers are sometimes lacking.  Beyond her talents/eye as a designer she is a delight to work with, extremely polite and punctual.

**★★★★★ — anamariacastro, Jan. 2013**

> EAC Design remodeled my restaurant in New York City and did an excellent job. Now my clients come in and ask me who did it. I recommend Erica very highly not only because she is extremely proffesional but also because she is very knowledgeable in her profession. She said "trust me" and I did. I'm happy I did.

## Selected projects

- [Mecca Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mecca-home-pj-vj~6418637)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Kaye Bathroom, Hoboken](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kaye-bathroom-hoboken-pj-vj~2828358)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Murphy Nursery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/murphy-nursery-pj-vj~515593)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Bloomfield Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bloomfield-kitchen-pj-vj~128849)
  - Location: Bloomfield, NJ
  - Photos: 9
- [Dershowitz Backyard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dershowitz-backyard-pj-vj~128851)
  - Location: Hoboken, NJ
  - Photos: 18
- [Schneider Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/schneider-kitchen-pj-vj~128835)
  - Location: Hoboken, NJ
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: This kitchen renovation included removing a non load bearing wall in order to allow more light into the small space. In its place a custom wine rack was designed to define separation yet coordinate with the kitchen's reclaimed wood ceiling; the 4" wood cubes were drill pressed to accommodate for wine bottles to rest horizontally.
- [Locasio Playroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/locasio-playroom-pj-vj~128854)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6

[See all 7 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/eac-designs-pfvwus-pf~788887812)

## Ideabooks

- [Great Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6639111/list/great-ideas) — 8 ideas
- [Modern Design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6288440/list/modern-design) — 19 ideas
- [Outdoor Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6819896/list/outdoor-spaces) — 2 ideas

[See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/eacdesigns)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Where did you get the curtains** *(in Photo Questions)*

Please

A: These are custom made outdoor drapes, with a Sunbrella fabric.

**Q: WHAT IS THIS PLANT CALL** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: This is called a succulent plant.

**Q: Who makes this flat front apron bath tub?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Both MTI and Maax make flat front apron tubs... American Standard had a more affordable one a while back as well but I haven't seen it recently. Good luck!

**Q: Purchase umbrella** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where can I purchase this style of umbrella?

A: Pier 1 Imports

**Q: How is that horizontal landscaping done and what materials are used?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: This product is called woolly wall: http://www.woollypocket.com/ although I used Yellow Wagon Landscaping http://www.yellowwagonlandscaping.com/ for the install.

**Q: Source for the cool umbrella please? Thanks.** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hey IslandDevil, this umbrella is from Pier One Imports.. I believe they still have it on their website.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-25.*