--- title: "Barlow Architecture Studio — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/barlow-architecture-studio-pfvwus-pf~883395609 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~883395609.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Barlow Architecture Studio" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/fc23e306090bfb74_9429-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Orange County, California 92782, United States" latitude: 33.7346 longitude: -117.7869 phone: "(510) 912-8719" website: http://www.barlowarchitecture.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 7 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 40 last_updated: 2026-08-21 --- # Barlow Architecture Studio Original Houzz profile: [Barlow Architecture Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/barlow-architecture-studio-pfvwus-pf~883395609) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Orange County, CA - **Serves:** Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, Garden Grove, Fullerton, Orange, Costa Mesa, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Lake Forest, Tustin, Fountain Valley, Aliso Viejo, San Juan Capistrano, Laguna Hills, North Tustin, Laguna Beach, Laguna Woods, Corona del Mar, Foothill Ranch, Portola Hills, Villa Park, San Joaquin Hills, East Irvine, El Toro, Newport Coast - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2019–2020), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Locally owned - Offers Custom Work Full service architecture firm specializing in residential projects of all types, including single family, multi-family, merchant housing, custom homes, remodels, renovation, and additions. After more than a decade of leadership in some of the most highly respected architecture firms on the west coast, Chris Barlow founded his own architecture studio in 2010. Chris is a licensed architect with vast experience with residential projects of all types and sizes. He has worked on several award winning projects across the western United States for some of the nation's leading builders. Barlow Architecture Studio provides architecture for lifestyles and families. The top priority in every project is client satisfaction. Each design is unique and contextual, developed in careful consideration of the client's goals and vision. Social and environmental responsibility are core values from start to finish. ### Services Provided - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - Home Extensions - Sustainable Design - Floor Plans - Space Planning - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management ### Areas Served - Anaheim - Santa Ana - Irvine - Garden Grove - Fullerton - Orange - Costa Mesa - Mission Viejo - Newport Beach - Lake Forest - Tustin - Fountain Valley - Aliso Viejo - San Juan Capistrano - Laguna Hills - North Tustin - Laguna Beach - Laguna Woods - Corona del Mar - Foothill Ranch - Portola Hills - Villa Park - San Joaquin Hills - East Irvine - El Toro - Newport Coast ### Typical Job Cost $50,000 - 2 million Construction costs, ranging from small remodel/renovation to large custom homes ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Barlow Architecture Studio | | Address | Orange County, California 92782, United States | | Phone | (510) 912-8719 | | Website | http://www.barlowarchitecture.com/ | | License Number | C-31392 (CA), 6373 (OR) | | Followers on Houzz | 40 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Barlow Architecture Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/barlow-architecture-studio-pfvwus-pf~883395609) - **Website:** http://www.barlowarchitecture.com/ - **Phone:** (510) 912-8719 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Licensed Architect - California, Oregon, Arizona, Colorado - LEED Accredited Professional. - American Institute of Architects - member. - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2019–2020), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews** ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — Chris Lowen, June 2018** > We had Barlow Architecture provide design and drawings for our 3,600 SF craftsman project in Portland, Oregon. Chris was fantastic to work with, the house has so many amazing architectural details and an incredibly functional layout. Construction went like a breeze and 6 months into living in the house we couldn’t be happier with how well it’s turned out. We highly recommend Chris. **★★★★★ — Tina John, Feb. 2018** > We had the pleasure of working with Chris Barlow of Barlow Architecture Studio. We were new to the home remodel/addition process and Chris helped ease our concerns. He was very easy to work with, very open to ideas, patient and had a good read on what was important to both of us. We went back with a few questions and he was very open to adjusting our plans, as needed. Ultimately he took our existing 1400 square foot home and helped add 1000 square feet, with the addition of a master suite, office/playroom and a huge, open great room. Everyone we worked with was impressed with his work. You can be confident that he is not only analytical, but creative and passionate. I have referred him to a handful of friends and would not hesitate to work with him again in the future! **★★★★★ — Cheryl D'Anna, Feb. 2018** > We hired Barlow Architecture Studio as the architect for our loft addition. Chris was able to meet our needs from a plan and design standpoint. > > He was exceptionally helpful as a guide through the City permitting process, which I hear could be a painful process. Our general contractor also expressed that Chris was prompt and easy to work with during the early stages of our remodel project. > > We are very happy with Chris' quick turnaround time, calm demeanor, and attention to detail. He was reliable and easy to work with, and I would not hesitate to contact him for our next remodel project. **★★★★★ — Tyler Walthers, Jan. 2018** > We were fortunate to have Chris Barlow as the architect on a large project including expanding MBR/BA & adding a covered porch outside of it, expanding BR/BA below, remodeling dalite bsmt. FR, bath and small kitchen. Chris is creative with space, understands what we wanted, is fun to work with, and combined with the awesome work by Eric Fowler (NW Heritage Renovations), we are so happy with the results! Chris sees with an artists eye, not just an architect's challenge. We highly recommend him! **★★★★★ — David Conley, Jan. 2018** > Chris completely nailed the design we were asking for in our new home. His attention to detail was impeccable. Our builder commented that the architectural plans were one of the best they have seen for accuracy and attention to detail. Our experience with Chris was fantastic and we would highly recommend him. **★★★★★ — Kathleen, Aug. 2017** > Chris completed the design for our kitchen remodel. What sold us on his vision and work for us is that he solved a design issue the previous three folks who looked at our project could not. > > The plans were submitted on time and were fairly priced. > > We highly recommend Chris for your design work. **★★★★★ — braundds, July 2017** > Chris provided the architecture services for my house remodel. He was very prompt throughout the entire process and made sure that all details were on point. We had a number of requests for him and he made everything go smoothly. The project is now done and it exceeded our expectations. We were confident it would turn out well as he was the director. I would gladly refer to him anyone needing quality architectural designs. His ideas were remarkable. ## Selected projects - [Mirimar Renovation & Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mirimar-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~2478697) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [50th Ave. Renovation & Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/50th-ave-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~2478645) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [37th Ave. Renovation & Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/37th-ave-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~2478615) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [32nd Ave. Renovation & Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/32nd-ave-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~2478626) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 21 - [37th Ave. Guest House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/37th-ave-guest-house-pj-vj~2478640) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Hazelfern Renovation & Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hazelfern-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~2478621) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [Chessar Renovation and Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chessar-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~2853375) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - [Tillamook Guest House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tillamook-guest-house-pj-vj~2621537) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Scottsdale Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scottsdale-custom-home-pj-vj~5618405) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 28 - [29th Ave. Renovation and Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/29th-ave-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~3013054) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Richardson Addition and Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/richardson-addition-and-renovation-pj-vj~3013059) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/barlow-architecture-studio-pfvwus-pf~883395609) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-21.*