--- title: "Harris & Kasten, Inc. — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/harris-and-kasten-inc-pfvwus-pf~92812025 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~92812025.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Harris & Kasten, Inc." category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a253d0500238ac6e_5871-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Santa Rosa, California 95409, United States" phone: "(707) 993-4836" website: https://harriskasten.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 10 license_verified: true best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 49 last_updated: 2026-08-28 --- # Harris & Kasten, Inc. > North Bay CA's Architecture & Interior Design Team > Best of Houzz 2014 Original Houzz profile: [Harris & Kasten, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/harris-and-kasten-inc-pfvwus-pf~92812025) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Santa Rosa, CA - **Serves:** Santa Rosa, San Rafael, Petaluma, Novato, Rohnert Park, Windsor, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Healdsburg, Sonoma, Corte Madera, Tiburon, Cloverdale, Boyes Hot Springs, Cotati, Larkfield-Wikiup, Sebastopol, Kentfield, Sausalito, Calistoga, Guerneville, Forestville, El Verano, Camp Meeker, Belvedere, Penngrove, Fairfax, Graton, Inverness, Bolinas, Bodega Bay, Occidental, Glen Ellen, Eldridge, Geyserville, Monte Rio, Kenwood, Bodega, Stinson Beach, Fulton, Cazadero, Point Reyes Station, Nicasio, Annapolis, Duncans Mills, Greenbrae, Jenner, Marshall, Rio Nido - **Verified License:** Yes - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (10 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Verified Hires - Responds Quickly ### Business highlights - 2 Verified Hires - Responds Quickly We are a Full Service Architectural and Interior Design Firm, with over 30 years experience in residential furnishings, remodeling, additions and new construction. Our Philosophy of Design "From the Inside Out" stems from the fusion of interior design and architecture. Our Clients can expect total design, from concept through furnishings and artwork, with superior attention to every detail. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Handicap-Accessible Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Commission Artwork - Construction Drawings - Custom Furnishings - Custom Murals - Faux Finishing ### Areas Served - Santa Rosa - San Rafael - Petaluma - Novato - Rohnert Park - Windsor - Mill Valley - Larkspur - San Anselmo - Healdsburg - Sonoma - Corte Madera - Tiburon - Cloverdale - Boyes Hot Springs - Cotati - Larkfield-Wikiup - Sebastopol - Kentfield - Sausalito - Calistoga - Guerneville - Forestville - El Verano - Camp Meeker - Belvedere - Penngrove - Fairfax - Graton - Inverness - Bolinas - Bodega Bay - Occidental - Glen Ellen - Eldridge - Geyserville - Monte Rio - Kenwood - Bodega - Stinson Beach - Fulton - Cazadero - Point Reyes Station - Nicasio - Annapolis - Duncans Mills - Greenbrae - Jenner - Marshall - Rio Nido ### Typical Job Cost $100,000 - $5,000,000 Costs range based on the scope and scale of the project: Design/Renovation Plans range from $10,000 and Up. Custom artwork range from $3,000-$20,000. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Harris & Kasten, Inc. | | Address | Santa Rosa, California 95409, United States | | Phone | (707) 993-4836 | | Website | https://harriskasten.com | | License Number | C12742 | | Followers on Houzz | 49 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Harris-Kasten-Incorporated-1768206890069419/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Harris & Kasten, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/harris-and-kasten-inc-pfvwus-pf~92812025) - **Website:** https://harriskasten.com - **Phone:** (707) 993-4836 ## Credentials **Verified License** - Number: 12742 - Type: Architects Board, California - Issued by: Architects Board, California **Certifications & Awards** - -Over the years, we have received awards for Interior Designs from publications including California Home & Design and Gentry Magazine. - -Best of Houzz 2014 & 2017 - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2018), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 10 reviews** ### All 10 reviews **★★★★★ — Alfred Escoffier, Oct. 2017** > We had the pleasure of working with David & Richard on two projects. One was for a proposed bathroom/laundry room expansion, which was not built because the property was sold before the work could be done. We worked on bathroom design through selection of finishes and were very excited about the proposed work. The beautifully completely project in our new home was a living room bookcase and cabinet work surrounding a fireplace, approximately 10' high and 16' long. The fireplace wall had no distinction, so David & Richard added a beautiful mantle, as well as a marble tile surround and marble hearth. The traditional style bookcase became the focal point of the room and actually changed the shape of the room to a much more pleasing style. They created space for hidden indirect lighting above the bookcases. The also assisted on color selection for our new home. Finally, they were kind enough to offer design ideas for our patio/garden area. While others did the work, their design was the basic template for the work. We couldn't have been happier with the work and highly recommend them. They are talented, professional and easy to work with. **★★★★ — Mike Sterling, Oct. 2017** > My wife and I hired Harris & Kasten to design a new contemporary home in Healdsburg. I can't emphasize how much we enjoyed working with them. We were mostly unaware of the process but knew what we wanted. And they helped get us there. If there was something that couldn't be done, they would tell us. If we wanted to reduce cost in an area, they offered suggestions. We met frequently and discussed the project in great detail. Ultimately, they were able to realize our vision and added elements that made it even better. **★★★★★ — marian\_lindner, Oct. 2017** > Harris & Kasten do magnificent work. I feel so grateful to be working with them on our home addition. They are professional, friendly and knowledgeable. In addition, they have a wonderful creative flair and really worked with my husband and I to deliver plans for a beautiful and graceful addition to our property. They take the time to discuss all concerns and offer tremendously valuable suggestions based on their long experience in the business. My highest recommendation goes with Harris & Kasten! **★★★★★ — Cassie Turner, Oct. 2017** > Harris & Kasten were an absolute pleasure to work with. They are very creative and have a wide range of architectural and decorating experience. > If you want modern, you get modern. If you want rococo, you get rococo. I had them oversee my projects as well. They quickly resolved issues and gave me options if adjustment had to be made. They were always on budget. I highly recommend this dynamic duo! **★★★★★ — mmyb, Dec. 2016** > We have Mr. Kasten designed our house. We are still building . The more we closer to the completion, the more we appreciating the architecture concepts and designs. And we love the house more.. Will upload photos when it is completed! > Thanks Richard and David! **★★★★★ — clclaeys, Sept. 2016** > I hired Harris and Kasten for a dental office remodel at a time where we were having a hard time coming up with a cohesive design scheme. They had amazing ideas and our dental office turned out amazing! We even got an extra bonus which was David Harris's genius artistry in the form of a ceiling mural for the pediatric room. David transformed an entire ceiling into an undersea vision. Just amazing. Thanks Harris and Kasten for turning our project into a success! **★★★★★ — flbottorff, Sept. 2013** > I have hired Richard Kasten and David Harris three times now for dining room, kitchen, and most recently a bath remodel project, and I would highly recommend them. They did the architectural work, interior design work and some of the craftsman finishing work including beautiful faux painting. They worked closely with the contractor they recommended to ensure coordination of the project. They were very good about listening to me, and through conversations and looking at pictures and samples extracting what my vision for the project was, and what my tastes were. Then they are able to come up with lots of options and creative ideas that delighted and surprised me. Particularly, they excelled at coming up with creative solutions to design problems - we uncovered some limitations in my 60 year old house due to original structure, and they turned them into features rather than problems. I wanted a Provence looking kitchen, and I absolutely love the result. They helped me make practical choices so it is highly functional and low maintenance, but yet with really unique design features. They are also very cooperative and pleasant to work with, and have incredible knowledge of art and design history and techniques to draw on in coming up with innovative designs. **★★★★★ — oeufman, Sept. 2013** > I moved to a '60's house that needed to be updated: new kitchen, baths, better use of rooms. The Harris & Kasten team came in with innovative ideas-raised ceilings, created a formal entry hall that sets the tone of the decor of the house and architectual details that add to the richness of the decor. Now that I have lived with the project for eight years, I wouldn't change a thing. **★★★★★ — mrosati58, Sept. 2013** > Harris and Kasten remodeled and redecorated our home in Atherton, our ranch home in Hopland, CA and our town house in Lake Tahoe over the period from the early 1990’s until the present. They also redesigned our “barn” (now a four bedroom, four bath guest dwelling) in Hopland, CA. As you can see, we are very pleased with their talents, creativity and results. **★★★★★ — User, Sept. 2013** > My husband and I have worked with Harris & Kasten since the late 1990s. They have done many projects for us, including our lovely home in Atherton. Our home is a combination of Italian and French design. Everything was done to a tee! We could not be more pleased with their knowledge of art, art history, history, architecture, etc. You cannot go wrong with them. ## Selected projects - [Atherton Country Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atherton-country-kitchen-pj-vj~328027) - Location: Atherton, CA - Photos: 3 - [California Coastal Home Expansion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-coastal-home-expansion-pj-vj~1650602) - Location: Half Moon Bay, CA - Photos: 4 - [A Spanish Villa in Wine Country](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-spanish-villa-in-wine-country-pj-vj~6970937) - Location: Santa Rosa, CA - Photos: 8 - [Historic Barn, Converted to Modern Guest House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-barn-converted-to-modern-guest-house-pj-vj~1650443) - Location: Hopland, CA - Photos: 7 - [French Country Conversion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-country-conversion-pj-vj~1650371) - Location: San Leandro, CA - Photos: 8 - [Updated Contemporary Country Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/updated-contemporary-country-home-pj-vj~1641654) - Location: Santa Rosa, CA - Photos: 10 - [Wine Country Hillside Pool and Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wine-country-hillside-pool-and-terrace-pj-vj~1648473) - Location: Santa Rosa, CA - Photos: 5 - Description: A Pool and Spa built against a hillside featuring a sheltered Outdoor Kitchen - [Custom Murals, Created by Harris & Kasten](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-murals-created-by-harris-and-kasten-pj-vj~1648841) - Location: Santa Rosa, CA - Photos: 14 - [Sophisticated Townhouse Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sophisticated-townhouse-interior-pj-vj~1648422) - Location: Foster City, CA - Photos: 3 - [Kitchen Addition to Classic Modern Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-addition-to-classic-modern-home-pj-vj~1639261) - Location: Hillsborough, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: Adding an octagonal Breakfast Pavilion, and more Kitchen area to a Classic Tri-Level home with spectacular views to San Francisco Bay, also provided the opportunity for unique Landscape Treatment, focusing on a Waterfall and Pond, overlooked by a Bridge between deck areas. - [A Lazy River Pool in a Fantasy Setting](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-lazy-river-pool-in-a-fantasy-setting-pj-vj~7555250) - Location: Santa Rosa, CA - Photos: 5 [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/harris-and-kasten-inc-pfvwus-pf~92812025) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840728457.m3u8?s=4672c7d53ab9a79d8ad502c6169de3be5a422a9b&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **Do you handle permitting, zoning, and regulatory approvals?** As a full-service architectural and interior design firm, we assist our clients with the necessary permitting, zoning, and regulatory approvals. Our project management and construction drawing services are designed to guide you smoothly through the entire process, ensuring all requirements are met for your project in Santa Rosa, CA. **What types of projects do you specialize in (custom homes, remodels, additions)?** We specialize in a wide range of residential projects, including custom homes, remodels, and additions. With over 30 years of experience, our expertise also extends to new construction, home extensions, and even Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). We pride ourselves on delivering total design from concept to completion. **Do you provide full-service architectural services through construction?** Yes, we absolutely provide full-service architectural and interior design services through construction. Our philosophy is 'From the Inside Out,' meaning we offer total design from concept through furnishings and artwork. We manage the project every step of the way, ensuring superior attention to every detail until completion. **Do you design fully custom homes?** Yes, designing fully custom homes is one of our core specialties. We believe in creating unique spaces that perfectly reflect our clients' visions and lifestyles. Our comprehensive services, including architectural design and floor plans, ensure that every custom home we undertake is meticulously crafted from the ground up. **Do you have experience with luxury or high-end homes?** Yes, we have extensive experience with luxury and high-end homes. Our 'total design' approach, from concept through furnishings and artwork, emphasizes superior attention to every detail. We've received awards from publications like California Home & Design and Gentry Magazine, which often feature high-end projects, reflecting our commitment to quality and sophisticated design. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Community Q&A **Q: Paint color** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you know the paint color of the bar? A: Hi, it was actually a custom mixed glazing process. The Green color is under a light Sienna Glaze. We mix these kind of things on the spot ourselves. Thanks for you interest. Richard Kasten **Q: Can you tell me what the backsplash material is and color?** *(in Photo Questions)* What about the type of wood and stain color on the cabinets? A: Hello, tkclark! The Backsplashes, and the Range Hood trim are all done in Porcelain Ceramic tile, in a pale pinkish-beige, which resembles limestone. It's available in several trim shapes as well. The wood on the perimeter cabinets is Cherry, with a mahogany Stain and thin sienna glaze in the details. The island is in painted alder, with a "mint" green lacquer finish and the same sienna glaze. Hope this helps! Richard **Q: Dining room clock** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you please provide purchasing information for the beautiful clock hanging in the dining room. Thank you! A: I wish I could, but it was purchased by the Client several years ago! You might try catalogs like Grandin Road, but I haven't seen this exact design. Good luck finding it! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-28.*