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address: "18488 Prospect Rd., Saratoga, California 95070, United States"
latitude: 37.2713
longitude: -122.0227
phone: "(408) 725-2515"
website: http://merzandthomas.com
rating: 5
review_count: 2
followers: 39
last_updated: 2026-09-15
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# Merz & Thomas Design/Builders

Original Houzz profile: [Merz & Thomas Design/Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/merz-and-thomas-design-builders-pfvwus-pf~880841981)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms
- **Location:** Saratoga, CA
- **Serves:** San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Saratoga, Los Altos Hills, Loyola, Monte Sereno
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (2 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Residential Design and Remodeling

### Services Provided

- Custom Homes
- Remodeling

### Areas Served

- San Jose
- Sunnyvale
- Santa Clara
- Mountain View
- Cupertino
- Campbell
- Los Gatos
- Los Altos
- Saratoga
- Los Altos Hills
- Loyola
- Monte Sereno

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Merz & Thomas Design/Builders |
| Address | 18488 Prospect Rd., Saratoga, California 95070, United States |
| Phone | (408) 725-2515 |
| Website | http://merzandthomas.com |
| License Number | 703753 |
| Followers on Houzz | 39 |

## Offers

(DEMO) OFFERS _(DEMO) DISCLAIMER_

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Merz & Thomas Design/Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/merz-and-thomas-design-builders-pfvwus-pf~880841981)
- **Website:** http://merzandthomas.com
- **Phone:** (408) 725-2515

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 2 reviews**

### All 2 reviews

**★★★★★ — Eileen L, Feb. 2017**

> You can't go wrong with these guys! Trustworthy and masters at their craft. We hired them for or first remodel and then again a few years later. Each time they did a quality job and were enjoyable to work with. Design was smart and efficient and the build quality was excellent. If there were isses, they addressed them directly. They care about doing a good job as much as you do!

**★★★★★ — K Lilith Stone, June 2014**

> Bill Merz came to consult on our project and while he didn't end up doing the work because, partially on his advice, we revised the project downward, he gave us great advice and a referral to get the work done in an easier way.  I very much appreciate his helpfulness.

## Selected projects

- [Saratoga Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~6420825)
  - Location: Saratoga, CA
  - Photos: 1
- [Los Altos Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-master-bath-pj-vj~79384)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: Architecture by Merz & Thomas Design/Builders, Saratoga CA
- [Saratoga Condo Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-condo-remodel-pj-vj~78342)
  - Location: Saratoga, CA
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Architecture by Merz & Thomas Design/Builders Saratoga CA Condo Remodel with custom built red birch kitchen cabinets, a new garden window and solid surface counter tops. A shallower zero clearance fireplace with TV nook above, replaced an old drafty masonry fireplace that was taking up valuable space. Media storage with smoked glass doors houses cable box and stereo components.
- [Almaden Valley Master Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/almaden-valley-master-suite-pj-vj~78583)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Architecture by Merz & Thomas Design/Builders, Saratoga CA
- [Santa Clara Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-clara-remodel-pj-vj~65683)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: Architecture by Merz & Thomas Design/Builders, Saratoga CA
- [Los Altos Bath Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-bath-remodel-pj-vj~79382)
  - Location: Los Altos, CA
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Architecture by Merz & Thomas Design/Builders, Saratoga CA Bathroom Remodel, with furniture style vanity cabinet, fixed rain glass divider, and 1 inch glass tile at step in shower.
- [The Willows Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-willows-remodel-pj-vj~65681)
  - Location: Menlo Park, CA
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Architecture by Merz & Thomas Design/Builders, Saratoga CA
- [West Menlo Whole House Remodel and Additon](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-menlo-whole-house-remodel-and-additon-pj-vj~78346)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Architecture by Ashford Associates, Palo Alto.
- [Saratoga Whole House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-whole-house-remodel-pj-vj~260515)
  - Location: Saragtoga, CA
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: Architecture by Michelle Miner Design, Saratoga CA
- [Atherton Whole House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atherton-whole-house-remodel-pj-vj~78333)
  - Location: Atherton, CA
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: Architecture by House of Haws
- [Saratoga Kitchen Addition and Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-kitchen-addition-and-remodel-pj-vj~78339)
  - Location: Saratoga, CA
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: Architecture by E. Jack Christensen A.I.A

[See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/merz-and-thomas-design-builders-pfvwus-pf~880841981)

## Ideabooks

- [Laundry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/122903387/list/laundry) — 3 ideas
- [Use of color](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118065494/list/use-of-color) — 1 idea
- [Fireplace Mantels](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5422042/list/fireplace-mantels) — 7 ideas
- [Kitchen Hutch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54155893/list/kitchen-hutch) — 2 ideas
- [Kirk and Toggi's](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20314529/list/kirk-and-toggi-s) — 6 ideas
- [Soaking Tub](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46339318/list/soaking-tub) — 3 ideas
- [Under Stair Storage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/45536801/list/under-stair-storage) — 2 ideas
- [Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30973195/list/farmhouse) — 2 ideas
- [archways](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30973292/list/archways) — 1 idea
- [Collier](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30504205/list/collier) — 12 ideas
- [Small Porch Cover](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5421992/list/small-porch-cover) — 4 ideas
- [AVVVFH](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/21535525/list/avvvfh) — 1 idea
- [Windows](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20156745/list/windows) — 1 idea
- [small backyard patio](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11774802/list/small-backyard-patio) — 1 idea
- [Eye catching](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11774477/list/eye-catching) — 2 ideas
- [Pergola's](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5897846/list/pergola-s) — 4 ideas
- [Porch Posts](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5421956/list/porch-posts) — 15 ideas

[See all 17 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/merzthomas)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Rectangular walkway blocks** *(in Photo Questions)*

Do they have to be poured on site?

A: Hi Bonnie, pouring them on site is the typical method. It would be difficult to move and position pre-poured slabs due to size and weight.

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

Can you pls tell me the name of plants? Thanks

A: No, I'm sorry but our company did not do the landscaping, only the construction.

**Q: Can you give me information on the front door?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Sorry Stefjon, we did not supply the door.

**Q: Who makes this front door?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Who makes this front door?

A: This entry door is from T.M. Cobb's Premiere Collection. It's a 430 w/ tuscany lite.

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

What type of bamboo is it here? Love it!

A: I'm sorry Kezhen, we do not have information on the bamboo.

**Q: A question** *(in Photo Questions)*

Would you mind telling everybody that this remodel was designed by Ashford Associates?
And why haven't you done that so far?

A: Amnon, we don't mind at all. Please note that we have credited Ashford Associates Design and Development as the designer.  I hope you'll extend the same courtesy by crediting us as the building contractor on your posts of this same project.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-15.*