--- title: "Architecture Studio — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architecture-studio-pfvwus-pf~881890525 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~881890525.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Architecture Studio" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/010367760580bf87_2329-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "316 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley, California 94941, United States" latitude: 37.8958 longitude: -122.5339 phone: "(415) 879-9967" website: https://architecturestudioonline.com rating: 5 review_count: 7 license_verified: true best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 58 last_updated: 2026-09-21 --- # Architecture Studio > Premier Architectural Design Firm of Marin, Sonoma & Napa Counties Original Houzz profile: [Architecture Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architecture-studio-pfvwus-pf~881890525) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Mill Valley, CA - **Serves:** Los Angeles, San Francisco, Sacramento, Richmond, Napa, Palo Alto, San Rafael, Los Altos, Saratoga, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, Sonoma, Corte Madera, Tiburon, Kentfield, Sausalito, Atherton, Lucas Valley-Marinwood, Santa Venetia, Marin City, Sleepy Hollow, Ross, Belvedere, Fairfax, Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, Woodacre, Bolinas, Stinson Beach, Muir Beach, San Geronimo, Belvedere Tiburon, Forest Knolls, Greenbrae, Lagunitas, New York, San Quentin - **Verified License:** Yes - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2018), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Eco-friendly - Woman owned - Offers Custom Work ### Business highlights - Woman owned - Offers Custom Work - Eco-friendly At Elida Doldan Schujman's Architecture Studio, our designs are as unique as our clients’ lives and needs. We create contemporary buildings with the same degree of integrity as we do when we preserve and recreate buildings of historically diverse periods. Our projects--which include custom homes and commercial projects, historical preservations, outdoor living and interiors, and furniture designs—display unmistakable architectural and interior design continuity, and our designs reveal our commitment to maintaining a clear sense of harmony with the environment. We work in an energetic studio setting in which clients, consultants and contractors all become active members of the design-construction team. Our enthusiasm is contagious, our design-construction collaborations are fun for everyone involved, and our client-architect relationships are long-lasting. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Green Building - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Handicap-Accessible Design - Basement Remodeling - Tiny House Construction - Deck Design - Landscape Plans - Modular Home Additions - Construction Drawings - Custom Homes ### Areas Served - Los Angeles - San Francisco - Sacramento - Richmond - Napa - Palo Alto - San Rafael - Los Altos - Saratoga - Mill Valley - Larkspur - San Anselmo - Tamalpais-Homestead Valley - Sonoma - Corte Madera - Tiburon - Kentfield - Sausalito - Atherton - Lucas Valley-Marinwood - Santa Venetia - Marin City - Sleepy Hollow - Ross - Belvedere - Fairfax - Lagunitas-Forest Knolls - Woodacre - Bolinas - Stinson Beach - Muir Beach - San Geronimo - Belvedere Tiburon - Forest Knolls - Greenbrae - Lagunitas - New York - San Quentin ### Typical Job Cost $100,000 - 10 million \*Cost depends on size & scope of project ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Architecture Studio | | Address | 316 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley, California 94941, United States | | Phone | (415) 879-9967 | | Website | https://architecturestudioonline.com | | License Number | C13934 and CCIDC 4472 | | Followers on Houzz | 58 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — http://www.architecturestudioonline.com/index.html ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Architecture Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architecture-studio-pfvwus-pf~881890525) - **Website:** https://architecturestudioonline.com - **Phone:** (415) 879-9967 ## Credentials **Verified License** - Number: 13934 - Type: Architects Board, California - Issued by: Architects Board, California **Certifications & Awards** - City of San Rafael 2007 Design Award of Excellence - 2002 California Home & Design Architecture Achievement Award - 1999 Gold Nugget Award: "Best in the West Award of Merit" - 1999 KBB Magazine Kitchen of the Year Honorable Mention - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2018), for Design. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [CCIDC, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ccidc-inc-pfvwus-pf~1385158534) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews** ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — Marianne N, March 2018** > This was the best construction experience from beginning to end. Elida was professional, punctual, very knowledgeable and a joy to work with. We started the project by going over ideas and she listened to my wishes for esthetics and style. She then created a sketch from our talks and once we had the concept I looked for fixtures. She recommended places to go and advised what to pay attention to and we discussed what would work and why. Once the appliances were selected Elida drafted the architectural drawings and we began interviewing contractors. I think we talked to six different companies and it was great to have Elida's insight and technical knowledge to lean on. She was specific, listened and worked with the contractors in a direct and collaborative way. She and I were always in alignment on the pros and cons of the different companies. Once we agreed on the contractor she went to the city for permit and made it happen without a hitch. Elida stayed in touch with the contractor and my self during the entire process and was always willing to accommodate the schedule when she needed to come over and meet with him. All projects have their challenges but I have to say this had absolutely none other than the normal material delay from manufacturer which had nothing to do with Elida or the contractor. My kitchen is everything I dreamed of and then some. Elida's creative eye and ideas coupled with a superb craftsman contractor made it into the place to be in my house! The addition of a bow window and carrying through the arches already present, to the under counter and built in lighting made the small kitchen look and feel bigger. The added detail of curved counters and edges and the lay out of the hood and the shelves that tie across the window is beautiful. I joke and say "now I just have to move my bed in the kitchen and everything is perfect!" It is my style, my wish and beauty all in one; Elida's design, creativity and detail hit it out of the park. Thank you Elida! ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — Robert Curry Construction, Jan. 2017** > I have worked with Elida for over 25 years and her unique designs have always been my favorite projects to build. It's always fun to be part of a project that when it's done everyone is blown away by the finished product. She is hands on with every project to assure no details are overlooked, a true artist and fun to work with. **★★★★★ — Marcela Bibe, Jan. 2017** > My husband and I have worked with Architecture Studio in several remodels since 2002, including the design of a showroom in San Francisco, the interior design of a condominium in Seattle and 2 residences in Marin County. > Elida has been consistent throughout these years with her creative solutions to the challenging problems that our buildings presented. We have always been impressed by her endless patience and ability to deal with building officials and by her collaborations with contractors to see our projects through to the end. > Elida is an architect and an interior designer. We like the way she integrates both disciplines from the start of the project making it easier for us to visualize her designs. This, in its turn, allowed us to contribute ideas that she incorporated into the design in ways that we would never have imagined! **★★★★★ — John Warda, Jan. 2017** > I have had the privilege of working with Elida Doldan Schujman, AIA, CID for over 15 years on many of our mutual clients’ projects. She is an outstanding architect who is focused, extremely detail-oriented, intelligent, and has the vision of turning any project into a majestic reality. Elida works extremely well the general contractor and subcontractors to achieve the perfect finished project. > > I retained Elida for my own project which was an extensive complete home remodel. Elida had to take over the role of the project manager to ensure that the plans became reality. She worked diligently with the subcontractors and had the “eye” to notice deficiencies which others had missed. The most significant quality of Elida, in my opinion, is her remarkable vision far in advance of the finished product. She has the ability to hold contractors responsible until they meet her expectations. **★★★★★ — Lillie Mozaffari, Dec. 2016** > We have had Architecture Studio provide us with design for several of our projects, the latest being our South Tahoe cabin remodel. Every time, our experience was extremely positive, as the designs were clever and beautiful. Ms. Schujman took her time to understand in detail what we were looking for and provided valuable input, as well prior to commencing the design process. We highly recommend her for any project. **★★★★★ — Light Express, Inc., May 2016** > I have been working with Elida Doldan Schujman for about 20 years, helping her find the right lighting for her projects. We've done projects both large and small, residential and commercial, local and across the country. We met during a local commercial project where I knew the owner before she did and the owner wanted me involved. My team and I have been working together with Elida ever since. > > Elida is one of the most discerning architects my team has ever worked with. Her projects are always interesting and her insights intuitive. Elida challenges us to solve often-complex lighting problems creatively. She is always focused, knows what she wants and needs, and what aspect makes a project special - starting with architectural design concepts. She is demanding, and works very well with the teams necessary to complete such wonderful concepts! > > Elida is one of our favorite clients! She always has great ideas and gets us to challenge ourselves to add to her visions and make them better. However, as it should be, she always has the final word. > > Review the breadth of her projects here - from classic to ultra-modern - every one rises to the occasion. If you are looking for a seasoned, creative, passionate architect with project-design and the big picture in mind, look no further. **★★★★★ — Diane Shore, Oct. 2015** > My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Elida Doldan Schujman to design and develop a wine cellar. The project's expectations grew when we met Elida who gave us her insight to design a wine cellar and completely finish the construction of the basement and garage. This required extensive demolition, foundation repair, new heating system, and a very technical architectural design. Elida managed the entire project. Every detail was presented after careful research and listening to our requirements. We were extremely pleased with the results. Working with Elida was a wonderful experience. Her creative ideas and attention to the details made the difference in converting our basement to a wine cellar, gym, workshop, cedar closet, and inventory closet. She is professional, personable, and a very creative architect. ## Selected projects - [Burtt Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/burtt-residence-pj-vj~1196949) - Location: San Rafael, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: The original design of the house was an outstanding example of an urban Shingle Style building with Craftsman Style detailing. The original house, built in 1910, had only one façade that was architecturally representative of the period. The other three facades lacked any interest or Craftsman Style motifs. The clients wanted to restore the house and to add space that would provide flexibility for more than one family to live in the home at one time. They also requested a new half-basement to hou… - [Deercrossing](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/deercrossing-pj-vj~1159595) - Location: San Rafael, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: This Queen Anne Victorian mansion was originally designed and built in 1906, as a San Francisco family's weekend retreat. My clients came to its rescue several years ago, purchasing it and the adjacent Carriage House, which is a designated historical building. They commissioned me and Landscape Architect Richard Vignolo to design a swimming pool area, complete with gardens and cabañas, which would maintain and complement the elegant and historic integrity of the property. They envisioned a famil… - [Mill Valley Hillside Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mill-valley-hillside-garden-pj-vj~2030908) - Location: Mill Valley, CA - Photos: 9 - [Atherton Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atherton-residence-pj-vj~1951787) - Location: Atherton, CA - Photos: 8 - [Wine Cellar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wine-cellar-pj-vj~1205376) - Location: Mill Valley, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: I designed this 9 by 9 foot, octagonal, wine cellar as a small portion of a larger renovation. The space I used was excavated under the building to maximize the constant year round temperature. The merit in this project is in the harmonious but unyielding detail. I selected limestone floors, which I carried onto the walls wainscoting at the wine cellar’s entry steps. A custom-built multicolor mosaic marble border fits the cellar’s octagonal shape. The custom mahogany wine cases are recessed at e… - [Saratoga Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-residence-pj-vj~1204149) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 5 - Description: The clients imagined a ring shaped house, with a central court yard, and overlooking the hills and valleys beyond their property. At the entry foyer, mirrors triplicate the floor one-quarter round marble pattern, creating a full circle design while also reflecting the views of the adjacent hillside. The wood paneling at the interior doorways symbolizes the transition from space to space and the scalloped vaulted ceilings enhance the round shape of the house. - [San Francisco Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-francisco-garden-pj-vj~1205631) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 4 - [Casa Mariposa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/casa-mariposa-pj-vj~1218219) - Location: San Anselmo, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: I expanded the original, design style while extensively renovating the existing areas, and I added a new wing with a large kitchen, family room and library on the upper level, and children-guest room areas on the lower level. I carefully blended details borrowed from the original design with the new floor plan, to bring the house up-to-date functionally while preserving the existing architectural style. The result is a house in which it is impossible to distinguish the old from the new. Stepping… - [New York Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-york-apartment-pj-vj~1207572) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 26 - Description: This Manhattan Upper East side apartment renovation introduces memories of California into a New York setting for clients who embrace the Big Apple lifestyle but didn’t want to give up their Marin County, California comforts. The carved out ceilings and walls add a new dimension to the space; while the blond color woods and curved shapes bring memories of a calmer life. The overall result of the apartment design is a fun, warm and relaxing refuge from their current, higher energy lives. - [Sundial Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sundial-residence-pj-vj~1209802) - Location: Point Reyes Station, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: The floor plan of the new building revolves around a three-story circular core, which acts as a lightwell for the entry gallery and for the master bedroom. Throughout the day, the lightwell provides a constant and even source of light to the center of the living area. The circular-core design of the new building is reminiscent of a sundial, and its layout corresponds to my client’s daily activities, which also follow the path of the sun, from the east in the morning to the west at the end of her… - [Artist's Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artist-s-bathroom-pj-vj~1207268) - Location: San Rafael, CA - Photos: 3 - [Outdoor Living Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-living-spaces-pj-vj~6963213) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 52 [See all 12 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architecture-studio-pfvwus-pf~881890525) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840805011.m3u8?s=12b17c4c1be38ec4e87091cd3fd77b7a8cab0c5c&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **What types of projects do you specialize in (custom homes, remodels, additions)?** We specialize in a wide range of projects, including custom homes, new home construction, home additions, extensions, and comprehensive remodeling for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. We also excel in historic preservation, commercial projects, interior design, and outdoor living spaces, ensuring each design is unique to our clients' needs. **Do you provide full-service architectural services through construction?** Yes, we provide full-service architectural services. Our process involves clients, consultants, and contractors as active members of the design-construction team, ensuring a cohesive and collaborative experience from initial concept through to the completion of your project. **Do you design fully custom homes?** Absolutely! Designing fully custom homes is a core part of what we do. Our approach ensures that each design is as unique as our clients' lives and needs, resulting in a home that perfectly reflects their vision and lifestyle. **Can you work with the builder I select, or do you recommend specific builders?** We are happy to collaborate with the builder you select. Our studio fosters an energetic environment where clients, consultants, and contractors become active members of the design-construction team, ensuring seamless communication and execution for your project. **Do you specialize in specific architectural styles?** We excel in creating contemporary designs, but also have significant expertise in preserving and recreating buildings of historically diverse periods. Our portfolio showcases our ability to work across various styles while maintaining architectural integrity and harmony with the environment. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Ideabooks - [Kitchens by Architecture Studio](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68855846/list/kitchens-by-architecture-studio) — 2 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/elidaarchstudio) ## Community Q&A **Q: Please tell me where to find that stove top!** *(in Photo Questions)* I WANT ONE! A: It's a Wolf gas cook top. **Q: I would like to have more details on the structure with the plant** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi! Above all my compliments for you job I really admire your professionalism. I'm interested in the wood structure where hold the plant. Is a customized solution or is commercialized by a company? Looking for you kind reply, I send you my best regards. Anna Maria A: Hi Anna Maria. Thank you for the compliment. It was a fun project!! The purpose of the wood planter and the metal screen was for privacy and to dress up a terrace that showed the years of exposure to the elements. We designed all the parts at my Studio and they were custom built in California and shipped to NY. The matching custom bench adds to the spot. I hope that this helps! Elida **Q: How expensive was this to build? It's do adorable!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I think that it was 6-7k...? **Q: Who made the bathroom door? Its Lovely....** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The doors are a design by Elida Doldan Schujman from Architecture Studio and build by William Eichenberger Cabinetmaker. **Q: The sectional? Details please** *(in Photo Questions)* More info please A: Sorry, I don't have the information. **Q: Pendants** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you please tell me the model of the pendants? Thx A: They are "fino small" by Techlighting. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-21.*