Anders Lasater Architects

Working with Anders Lasater Architects on our dream home has been a pleasure. The design for our home was everything we wanted and more. Their ideas were thoughtful, innovative and met all of our needs . Anders personality and style made every meeting not only productive but enjoyable and fun! Anders knowledge of Laguna Beach Design Review Process made a very difficult and overwhelming experience not only tolerable but a success. We are so thankful we chose Anders and his team. Tom and Jennifer Mullin

Anders Lasater Architects are the full package! We selected Anders and ALA for their stunning designs, broad experience and pragmatic approach to fulfill our dream for a modern luxury duplex in Laguna Beach. Anders has a unique talent for creating designs simultaneously soaring and grounded that contain refined, intimate and inviting living spaces. Anders and Christine were perfectly suited to capture our desires and help us navigate all phases of the long and difficult design review and plan approval process. They patiently worked through our design ideas and fully supported a custom pre-fab solution that introduced a new collaborator and placed limits how the project could be shaped. ALA have an open and collaborative style, exploring all ideas and ensuring only the best remain. Anders was able to accommodate our needs and give us an amazing home containing all the elements of his signature style. We couldn’t be happier with the final result and we highly recommend ALA!

Come for the exceptional designs; stay for the exceptional service! It has been our great pleasure to work with Anders and his team at Anders Lasater Architects (ALA) on several projects. Great architecture has a profound impact on one's life, but a great design is only as good as its execution. ALA delivers notable designs that honor the client's needs and wishes; while remaining committed to protecting the integrity of the design and seeing it through to the completion of the project. Building a home requires a keen understanding and deft handling of the many disparate forces acting upon the project: the builder, the city, the neighbors, the designer, the engineers, the consultants, etc. Anders and the team balance these forces with ease while shepherding their design through the entire arc of the project, from start to finish. All of this provides the homeowner the best of all worlds - customer service, innovative design, technical mastery, and thoughtful management; all at an incredible value. As an interior design firm, we appreciate how Anders fosters a collaborative environment, uniting key players like the builder, designer, and architect under a common goal, delivering the best possible product and a great experience for the client. Professional and easy to work with ALA is consistently recognized, awarded, and published, the ALA team are incomparable experts in their field. We look forward to many more inspiring projects with Anders and the team at ALA!

It has been a complete joy to work with Anders and his staff on our new project. Their creativity and professionalism has been incredible. He has pushed our ideas to the highest level. His design vision has elevated the functionality and elegance of our new home. His firm has continually over delivered. We are 100% pleased with Anders Lasater Architects.

Anders and his team are second to none when it comes to exceptional architecture for high-end homes. I proudly tell anyone in my industry that he is my favorite Architect in Southern California. Anders’ personable demeanor and aura exude a down to earth and gregarious person who loves what brings him to work every day. The love of Architecture. It makes for such a pleasant environment to work and collaborate on projects with him and his team. He creates distinguished new homes by focusing on the goals and inspirations of each individual client. He and his team ask questions on materials and constantly think outside of the box to move towards creating a one of a kind design for his clients. His type of careful analysis and planning, incorporates innovative building technologies, modern conveniences, and tailor-made features into architectural solutions which are elegant, imaginative, and captivating. His deep knowledge of construction helps in navigating the project to completion on both the inside and outside of the home. He leaves no stone unturned if his signature will be on the project. Anders is directly involved in all phases of his projects. He brings a strong point of view on design and structure, but refreshingly is always open to client and industry professional input. The personalized attention always results in delighted customers. Working on a team when the architecture is well thought out, exceptional and complete, makes my job so much more satisfying and leaves me feeling I’ve made a real contribution to the project as well. Materials Marketing Stone and Tile love working with Anders and are always honored when we are supplying materials for his creations.

Working with Anders Lasater Architects has been a highlight for our design team. We have admired Anders, his team and their work for quite some time. Once we were able to actually work together on some shared projects, we quickly learned how buttoned up they are. Their attention to detail, high-quality design and through understanding of the design-build process justifies the reputation that preceded. Exceptional design, service and value are three big take-aways from our experience working with Anders Lasater Architects. It is quite clear, that few architects care as much about a project from conception through final deliverables and end result. A lot of industry professionals we work with can start a project, but it is the few and far between who have the stamina, patience and overall professionalism to see a project from inception to completion. The Anders Lasater Team has not only become award-winning, highly recognized and published leaders within our industry, but are leaders with each and every project they embark on. They work diligently to ensure a fine balancing of the various forces that may influence a project. Whether it be neighbors, city planners, builders, designers, engineers, or misc. consultants, this team genuinely knows how to work as composers to ensure a beautifully orchestrated vision comes to life for the homeowner. For those of us with true passion for what we do, it is all about the end result and satisfaction for the client. With Anders Lasater Architects, this passion shines through and the homeowner gets the best of all worlds: customer service, innovative, best-in-class design, technical mastery and thoughtful project management from start to finish. I am proud to work with Anders and his team and look forward to many more projects in the future.

As a general contractor specializing in building and remodeling custom homes along the South Orange County coastline for the past eighteen years I have had the pleasure of knowing Anders for a large portion of those years and am currently working on making one of his designs a reality in Laguna Beach. Anders and his team consistently put out clear, precise and innovative solutions to design challenges and always take client needs and wants to the next level to design and help execute beautiful end results. From initial design concepts through to the completed project Anders and his team will always be by your side to make your dream a reality. As a general contractor working with a team of this caliber always helps the construction activities run smoother and on schedule, this is why it is always a pleasure to be part of an Anders Lasater Architects project. Keep up the good work team……….

As spec builders we were looking to significantly remodel a very ugly Laguna Beach home. We wanted the look and feel of a new, custom home, but needed to be mindful of the remodel budget and timeline. I knew that was going to be challenging, but after meeting with Anders and his staff, I had complete confidence in their knowledge of the process and their understanding of my goals. Our intent was to limit the work to the existing footprint but not limit the design potential if possible. Anders and his team embraced this limitation and the design they produced exceeded all expectations. We were even getting calls from interested buyers throughout the earliest stages of the City's approval process based purely on the photo realistic 3D renderings produced by Anders and his team. These guys are real professionals. All project drawings were delivered in advance of the scheduled deadlines, and ideas for additional concepts were always welcomed with open arms. What's more, Anders is very giving with his time, going the extra mile to meet with prospective buyers on site to discuss possible revisions to personalize the design to the buyers' specific tastes. This process has been thoroughly enjoyable and I absolutely recommend Anders Lasater Architects to homeowners and spec builders alike. I'm looking forward to more projects with Anders and his staff!!

We've been working with Anders Lasater for the last four years. Anders creativity makes bulding a home easy and fun. He is one of the most proffesional gentelman you will ever meet. Anders cares about every detail of the home and took the time to make sure it was individualized to our expectations.

We cannot rave enough about Anders and his team of professionals! He designed a magnificent home beyond our imagination and expectations, and it was perfect from the first rendering! His knowledge of Laguna requirements and familiarity with the process allowed us to sail through Design Review. Hiring Anders reduced our stress as his knowledge, expertise, talent and eye for perfection is included in every detail. We listened to all his suggestions, solutions and opinions about every facet of the build and design, and he was always right on! What I truly loved was his eye for interior design! He helped me through the whole process, down to choosing cabinet pulls! He truly cares that every detail, including the little ones, are done to perfection. Anders is hysterical and we greatly enjoyed working with him. He was always very quick to respond to any calls or emails. I would absolutely hire him again and believe he is the best all around architect out there!

When we bought a small farmhouse in Newport Beach, we fell in love with the charm and character, but we knew we needed to make some changes. We had to find the right architect to add some space and modernize, while also respecting the architectural features and charm that made us buy the house in the first place. Anders Lasater Architects were the right choice! Anders’ and Christine’s enthusiasm and interest in our little project during our first meeting was vastly reassuring. We would learn over the course of eight months of planning and permitting, and ten months of construction, that this initial enthusiasm was just the beginning of their “adopting” our house for the duration of the project – their attention to detail never waned. They creatively intertwined the old with the new, even replicating the original (1911) barn (which now functions as a the two-car garage required by the City). It was simply a pleasure working with them both and the final outcome exceeded every expectation.

Anders and his team did a fantastic job of listening and understanding our vision for our new home. They have been creative, patient and responsive throughout the design process. Their talent and knowledge not the least of which has been working with the city and understanding the unique requirements for getting the project approved and moving forward with minimal delay proved invaluable. Working with the team has been such a pleasure. I highly recommend Anders Lasater Architects and would most definitely use them again.

My wife, Jill and I, couldn't have been happier working with Anders and his team and with the finished result. He had an incredible vision and was also instrumental in helping us select a builder and designer (both of whom were great as well). He was also extremely helpful in getting through Laguna Beach design review quickly and efficiently.

If you are doing a project in Laguna Beach Anders is your man. I literally cannot say enough good things about him and his staff. My husband and I met with 4 architects before we had the pleasure of consulting with Anders' team and there was an instant connection. From the moment he walked in our door he could appreciate our vision and our design aesthetic. Anders was upfront with us about the process and managed our expectations on cost. My husband and I are very particular and have a lot of opinions about how we want things done and Anders has been incredibly receptive to our feedback while steering us away from concepts that might not translate in construction. Anders has a policy that "best idea wins" and he embraces a collaborative approach to design. While not the cheapest architect on the block, the value is 1,000% there and his billing is very fair. Not to mention that our project passed Design Review at the first hearing, which is unheard of in Laguna Beach and ultimately saved us thousands of dollars. While our project may not be the biggest or most expensive in Laguna Beach, Anders has always made us feel important and has been respectful of our budget and cost savings efforts. Anders and Christine are incredibly responsive via email and text and we've felt supported every single step of the way. Our project is set to start construction in February 2018 and we are looking forward to seeing it come to life. We truly consider Anders a friend and look forward to having him over for dinner in our new home soon. I literally could go on and on, but read no further. Pick up the phone and call Anders!!!

My husband and I decided it was time to remodel and expand our Laguna Beach home and make it more accessible for ourselves as we age. But we also knew that it had to be thoughtfully designed and thoroughly modern. We turned to Anders and his staff to help us through the process and have been very pleased with the results. They've designed a lovely home for us, that not only meets our needs, but looks great doing it! Even better, they were able to design the project so that we could avoid the often costly and time consuming Design Review process. This saved us thousands of dollars in fees and many months of delay. Now, as we begin construction, we're looking forward to seeing the vision they created for us come to life. Anders and his team, particularly Christine, have been, and continue to be a valuable asset to the project. We could not have done this without them! I'd encourage anyone thinking about a remodel, addition, or new home to consider Anders' office first! In fact, since we've been working with them both our son and our daughter have hired them too!

Choosing to work with Anders and his team for our major home renovation project in Laguna Beach was a good decision for many reasons. Working quickly they developed great design solutions for the house that not only met our needs, but also went beyond our expectation for design. Anders is very experienced working with the City of Laguna Beach and he secured Design Review approval at our first hearing - which is no easy task! Now, as we're getting ready to build the house, Anders and his team are helping us find the right builder so we can hit the ground running as soon as permits are ready. We are very pleased that we chose Anders Lasater Architects and would gladly recommend them to others.

We felt very fortunate to have Anders as our architect when we did an extensive remodel of our house. He and his team did a superb job. Anders had great taste and aesthetics. He also knew what we were looking for and really delivered. He was always very responsive and helpful. More importantly, he went above and beyond his scope of work whenever needed, such as talking to the general contractor when the project got delayed and helping selecting furniture and art work. All of our neighbors and friends are so impressed with how the projected turned out. We can't recommend Anders highly enough.

As a professional architectural photographer, I see a lot of spaces. It is so refreshing to shoot for someone who manages space, proportion, and light accurately like Anders Lasater and his award winning architectural studio. He continues to inspire not only me, but his happy clients, with his excellent design sense and detail-oriented eye for the large and small aspects of each project he designs. On top of all that, he's a super nice guy and is genuinely easy to work with. I highly recommend Anders' expertise and proficiency as an architect!

Two years ago my wife and I were looking for a new house. We knew we wanted to buy a older home to renovate. We liked several of Anders's projects on houzz and we asked him to look at a few potential homes with us. Anders was very helpful and professional and we instinctively trusted him. When we purchased our home, we naturally turned to Anders to help us with the renovation project. Anders quickly produced an overall design and helped us scope out the project based on our budget. As an Architect, Anders, is very flexible and communicates very well. We appreciated the fact that he kept us focus on what was important for our project. During the construction, Anders worked collaboratively with our contractor and helped solved problems as they appeared without compromising the original design. After 8 months of renovation we finally moved into our new house last November. Our family (pets included) loves it! The kitchen is particularly functional and the open space filled with light fits our lifestyle. Thank you Anders!

Collaborating with Anders Lasater and the exceptional team at Anders Lasater Architects continues to be a wonderfully enriching experience. Anders takes great care in each detail of a project, and works closely with our landscape architecture practice to design spaces that provide for well integrated indoor and outdoor living. Working with carefully devised concepts, Anders Lasater Architects is able to inform every aspect of an architectural project with an organized way of thinking that leads to truly successful design. Each client that I've had the pleasure of working with through Anders Lasater Architects has been excited by the design process. Anders listens closely to client goals, and helps each client understand the project to ensure that expectations are exceeded. I look forward to working with Anders and the team on many more projects in the future.

It is always a pleasure to work with a professional but it is truly an honor to work with one whose knowledge of design and attentiveness to detail is so apparent. As an artist, I particularly admire Anders unique feel for light and space. While creating contemporary environments that remain respectful to the intimate requirements of his clients, he remains focused on creative solutions while providing clear direction to those working on the project. One would be hard pressed to find a more capable architect or a nicer person with whom to do business.

We are custom home builders and have worked with many architects. Our experience with Anders is always 100% positive. The plans are technically excellent and the designs incorporate all the clients’ wishes and more. It is our opinion that Anders Lasater, Architects are among the top most creative architects we have worked with. Anders has a tremendous knowledge of building and transforms complex scenarios into straightforward workable plans. His response to in-field questions and revisions is immediate. He designs with the budget in mind, and is very well educated on a plethora of Architectural styles. We appreciate Anders’ dedication to creating a team of professionals to build exceptional custom homes for our clients.

Anders Lasater and his team creatively and skillfully designed the renovation of a contemporary ocean-view home in Laguna Beach. In addition, they provided invaluable on-site consultation throughout the construction phase of the project overseen by general contractor Andrew Williams. As the interior designer who joined the team shortly before demolition, Anders was extremely supportive of my input and open to the client's requests. His dialog with the clients and design team can best be described as "painting word pictures" that were always concise and compelling. He seemed to relish resolving even the smallest architectural challenges. It is with great pleasure that I recommend Anders and look forward to future collaborations with him!

I’ve had the privilege to work with Anders and his staff on three occasions. All of which were a pleasure. Anders’ continually demonstrated professionalism, insight and an unwavering ability to always find the right solution. No matter the obstacle or situation. As a builder – and so too, client - the best ‘partner’ one can hope for is an architect that will think through and see inside every part, piece and nuance of a project. Anders’ high standards for design, execution and accountability raise the level of performance and serve to create a superior finished product. His leadership and commitment to the client and build team set he and his staff apart from many of his peers. I highly recommend Anders without hesitation.

I've known Anders for many years and have worked on several projects. As a photographer, I strive to capture the architects design in a way that best represents their vision. Collaboration and communication are the key elements when working on projects. Anders has a clear vision of what he is looking for but also can be flexible when their are unexpected challenges. It's always a pleasure to photograph designs by Anders and team.

Anders is exceptional at what he does. We did a 80% remodel of our late 80's home. We did a 2 story extension, removed walls, added a temperature controlled cellar, and completely revamped the master bathroom and kitchen. Throughout the project Anders and Christine were a pleasure to work with, were very responsive to my late-night emails with new ideas and always had our best interests in mind with respect to design and construction. I recommend them without reservations.

I've known Anders for many years and have built some incredibly beautiful homes with him and his team. I'm consistently impressed with his ability to create not only a stunning home design but also a total vision for the home, helping to ensure that each project moves effectively toward the exceptional finish he expects. Anders also has a great team in his office who support him in managing the projects, the engineers, the consultants, the city staff, and the many other influences that surround a project. His involvement does not end when the permit is issued, it's really just beginning. He and the team are available throughout the construction process to answer questions and help resolve the various issues which may arise. This allows Anders and his team to maintain his vision and the forward direction for the project from start to finish, and helps the ensure that the end product is what the client expects. Without a doubt, Anders is one of the best architects I've worked with. He has the rare combination of great design talent and an amiable personality that makes working with him a joy. I am happy to recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional design and a well managed project.

Anders and his team proved to be the perfect solution for us in designing the major renovation of our home in Laguna Beach. Remodeling a 1960's-era tract house presents a lot of challenges, as does this CIty's sometimes inscrutable approval process. We were able to work through both the design and approval process with relative ease using Anders' skill in design and maybe more importantly, his tact and political abilities. We found working with Anders to always be pleasant and fruitful, even though there were times when he had to talk us down from unreasonable or unrealistic expectations. We were able to move through the concept design stage pretty easily, then production of drawings for City approval and selection of the general contractor. Perhaps Anders' greatest value comes during construction, however, when deciding and resolving the many small issues that arise is critical to the ultimate success of the project. We found Anders to be especially capable and cooperative during this stage of work. I highly recommend him to anyone with a similar project.

Anders brought us on the team for an ongoing remodeling project in Monarch Beach that required a kitchen, several bathroom vanities, office and laundry room. Working with Anders and his team, particularly with Anders and Brandon, was very revealing in regards to the level of professionalism and commitment of the team. A vast knowledge of design and attention to detail was fueled by a drive to meet the clients' vision. They maintained clear and efficient communication between all parties to ensure a smooth process and a beautiful outcome! We highly recommend Anders Architects and are looking forward to our next project together!

I hired Anders Lastater Architects to design the conversion of a tired old 16,000 sq foot building into high end creative office space for a tech company. Anders & his team exceeded expectation at all levels and designed a space that is equally very beautiful and very functional. Beyond design, Anders was consistently available and engaged throughout this year long, seven figure project. Finally, my favorite thing about Anders was his ability to communicate his vision and help me understand and feel good about the direction we are going at key steps throughout the project.

I worked with Anders and his team on the complete remodel of my home which included the addition of 600 sq feet of space. Anders is what you imagine when you think of a great architect. He is very creative but can at the same time execute consistently and make the most out of your project's budget/constraints. I recommend Anders Lasater Architects without hesitation.

Anders, Working with Anders and his team was a dream. Anders understood our vision, budget and the relevance of our company. Anders took his time when explaining design ideas and color palettes. Never did his team move forward with anything in the project unless everyone understood and was on board. Anders and team worked with us on remodeling our 21,000 sq. ft. of office space and TV Studio in the Aliso Viejo, area. He brought our dimly lit closed space into an open office concept allowing natural light to flow in. Keeping things modern and fun. Anders Lasater Architects went above and beyond our expectations.

I enjoyed working with Anders Lasater Architects very much. I arrived at the project with Anders and he gave me his vision and goal for the photography. We were able to work side by side and agree on the angles and shots that showcased the residence. His communication was great and his vision was clear. He is a true professional and I highly recommend working with him!

Anders designed an elegant, family-friendly modern home for us in San Clemente. We interviewed many architects before we found Anders through his website. From the moment we met him, we knew Anders was the architect for us. He understood our design and family goals. He greeted the challenge of coordinating a large project for long-distance clients (we live out-of-state) with enthusiasm and confidence. Once the project started, Anders and his team made the entire design/build process as smooth and efficient as possible. His professionalism and responsiveness exceeded our expectations. Anders and his team worked well with our wonderful builder, Steve Stipe. No detail was too small to merit Anders’ personal attention. In addition to his architectural talent, Anders is warm and friendly. We would happily work on another project with Anders and his team anytime!

Anders and I have collaborated on championing design excellence in the built environment by serving on the committee for the annual AIA Orange County’s Design Awards Program. I appreciate Anders’ passion for good design and his thoughtful approach to a fair and balanced evaluation of design challenges and their solutions that we architects face in every project.

My husband & I chose Laguna Beach to find a home that we could remodel to meet our specific needs and style. It was important for us to work with an architect who had local experience and was an expert in the difficult Laguna Beach Design Review process. We began working with Anders prior to purchasing our property. He aided us in our purchase decision by providing valuable feedback regarding the property-specific design/build challenges, as well as input on the challenges that we would likely face in the Design Review process. Once we found our perfect location, we started working on the design development. Anders started immediately and his responsiveness allowed us to move quickly through that stage of the project. Anders's inquisitive nature, engaging style and his genuine interest in design and functionality made the design stages really enjoyable for us. He focused on how we lived our lives, was sensitive to our budget, and kept in mind the longer-term marketability of our house, which was an important consideration for us. Anders and his team were beyond professional, responsive, creative and a lot of fun to work with. He has shown the same enthusiasm for our project from day one throughout the entire lengthy construction process, which has made watching the design of our home materialize very exciting. We feel that Anders was the perfect choice for our project and we could not be happier with the final product!

I have known Anders and his work in Laguna Beach for many years and have always admired his exceptional design sense. So when my husband and I bought two lots in Mammoth Lakes we decided to talk to him about these two unique properties and how they needed to be different from so many of the existing homes up there. After one meeting we hired him and flew him up to Mammoth. He arrived prepared with two reduced sets of floor plans and elevations for two truly striking homes. Rolled out on the tailgate, the three of us went over what he and his competent staff had envisioned. He made a few adjustments and notes after seeing how the sunlight affected the lots over the course of the day. We really needed someone who would “get” the project and are very happy with our choice. Amy G. Kramer

I have worked with Anders and his team as the general contractor on 3 large home remodels over the last 3 years. Each project started with a great design, was delivered on time and on budget, and resulted in a fabulous home and a truly happy client. Anders takes his role as the architect very seriously and, as a builder, I really appreciate his involvement from start to finish. He is always just a phone call away, and whatever information I need, I know that I can get it quickly and effectively. I also know that our clients really appreciate his ability to balance good design with construction costs. He will be my first phone call when I begin developing my new home.

For us Anders wasn't the award winning architect or the answer to our remodel. He sent bills after bills with no approved plans. He worked on our Newport Beach Duplex Remodel for over 1 1/2 yrs. We wanted to expand our square footage by nearly 900 sq. Ft. and add doors for a garage on our carport. We wanted to take our outside staircase and enclose it to inside. Within that time we had a family medical problem and stopped all planning for several months. But in total of over one year we got many wonderful potential plans but never had any approved by the city for building. Now Newport Beach is not Laguna Beach where Anders is located. I asked him up front if he was familiar with Newport Building Dept. and he assured me he was and even knew one of the building supervisors. There are many horror stories about the Rules, Codes etc. of Newport and how it is difficult to get plans passed, but within the time of Anders working on the project rules and codes changed. He should have been up on that! We could have been approved before the change if we had known. We could have eliminated drawing more plans we couldn't use, had we known. After $20,000 and a lot of drawings I was told we can only enlarge our house by 10% which is 270 sq. ft. Now did I have to spend that kind of money to find that out???? During all this time there was a new liquefaction issue that would have meant we had to raise and put in a new foundation which we were not willing to do. We went to the Coastal Commission costing more $'s for approval to obtain conforming parking for a duplex, of which seemed useless when we couldn't make a garage or add more sq. ft. We hired a structual engineer and paid $5,000 up front before any plans were approved.That money is now gone!! We were interviewing suggested builders with Anders. We were very busy but we never got as far as any building plans for all this time and money! He wanted us to hire a Geo Technical Engineer to find out if we had sand and water under our house for the liquefaction issue. We are 3 houses from the beach! This went too far and Anders was the Captain of the Ship! He should have been more intuned to the City Planning and Building Dept. He let this go too far too long! Anders is creative and pleasant to work with. He had some really nice ideas had we been in another area or on the Ocean Front. He didn't consider the property and where it was located. He kept taking me to dreamland and not reality! He was very focused on his Contracts and signing different phases for more money. His bills kept coming! We now have a 10% working plan that he sent to us after all was said and done, and he made sure that we knew that he did us a favor and didn't charge us!!!! We pulled the plug and we are now starting over using his basic information after all that time and money. We are using it to make alterations and get working plans since it is basically our existing house. We hired a well thought of Newport Beach Architect that I have confidence will pick up the pieces and know what to do and how to do it in a timely fashion. I should have hired them the first time, but that is now history. This was our experience. Anders does have nice architectual abilities and I would recommend him to people looking to build or remodel in Laguna Beach or other unfamiliar areas without strict building codes. He was not savy to the Newport Beach ways of operating with the Building and Planning Dept. He kept getting conflicting answers and he couldn't figure it out because he is not familiar with dealing with them. He probably could do a simple job without permits. Because of his inexperience with NB it cost me a lot of money for very little.

Anders and his team helped us start to finish with an extensive home remodel in Laguna Beach. He demonstrated superb efficiency, execution and professionalism. He worked swiftly to submit all planning documents and meet deadlines and responded quickly to all questions and challenges as they arose. He guided us expediently through each of the planning, design review, permitting, and construction phases and remained involved in all aspects of the project until completion. His architectural talent ensured that our vision was realized in a beautifully designed yet family friendly home. We truly enjoyed our experience working with Anders.

We hired Anders to revise our front entrance to our home. We live in Bermuda and we never met him but saw a house he designed in a Luxe magazine. My wife contacted him via email, and explained what we wanted done. Although he normally doesn't do jobs like ours, he and his his team took on the challenge and we are so happy that they did because their design was better than what we could have imagined. Without ever seeing the property in person and just going by my wife's description of how we wanted the front of the house to look, he was able to bring our vision to life the very first try.

We would have never moved forward with our complete remodel without Anders. What started out as a partial remodel of a master bedroom and office turned into a full house remodel. Anders has a unique ability to communicate very clearly his vision and turn it into a reality. What was 75% of the home we wanted soon became 100%. This was the first home that we had remodeled and we can't imagine doing it without Anders. He walked us through the whole design review process and countless revisions to our plans, all the way through to the completion of our project. We could not be happier with his work and friendship. Michael and Leila Colgan

Anders' talent is unparalleled! We built a 2800+ square foot Laguna Beach "contemporary cottage" from the ground up, and from concept to completion (in record time) the process was sheer perfection. It is our dream home. Each and every room takes full advantage of space and light, and the overall look of our home fits in beautifully with our neighborhood. Although we would never part with our home, we would do it all over again! In combination with Bob Rubel, our designer, we truly had the dream team. Congratulations to Anders and his team for a job beyond well done. We are forever grateful.

We loved working with Anders our deck and hardscape project in Laguna. His design aesthetic, sensitivity to the original era and styling of the house, collaboration, and extensive experience with building in Laguna led to a beautiful end product and experience. He is an extremely talented architect and a joy to work with!

Anders and his team did a great job turning my remodel vision into a reality. Anders was able to work with the city of Laguna Beach (which is challenging) on getting my project approved the first time through the design review process. Anders use of the latest computer and rendering models allowed design decisions to be made well in advanced of completion and limited amount of design field changes. Excellent experience with Anders and his team.

When I bought it, my "overgrown beach cottage" in Laguna had a great location and many nice features, but the ugly, falling-down carport was an eyesore. Because of the tight restrictions and property boundaries, it was a real challenge to design an attractive, functional two-car garage to replace it. Anders did just that, and the result exceeded my expectations. He was creative, clever, fun to work with, and navigated the regulations without a hitch. The result is a gorgeous, legal structure so attractive that I've had people say, "Have you considered moving into the garage?"

Anders & his team helped us to remodel a 1970's tract home in Dana Point, CA. He is incredibly talented and very creative. The project was a very good experience (we've done 3 remodels to date and know how trying these can be). Anders asked great questions about how we live, he listened to us and incorporated our concerns into the final designs. The end result is a fabulous house that is perfect our family. Every bit of space works really well. We hope to work with Anders Lasater Architects again in the future and would highly recommend him and his firm to any prospective clients!!

Anders and team are amazing to work with. Every project I've photographed for them has not only been aesthetically beautiful, but innovative as well. From their use of materials to planning, Anders always thinks of how his design will work with the clients' life style. They have always been highly professional, a joy to work with.

Our vision was a Mid-Century Modern home that was livable, organic, and simple but also sexy. It needed to be playdate-ready for our toddler, but transform easily into a home for sophisticated adult entertaining. Through attentive listening and creating thinking Anders created a timeless home that simultaneously met our budget and achieved the mid-century modern style of our dreams. Throughout the design and construction process Anders made thoughtful and practical decisions - putting resources where it mattered most and cutting back where feasible. His methodical approach was flawless, allowing the design concept to drive decisions one step at a time. Nothing was forced or premature and we never fell behind on our timeline. He worked tirelessly to find us a phenomenal contractor who was as committed to our vision as he was. One of Ander's strongest attributes is his ability to execute on a design that feels like a joint project. When a decision was needed, Anders was there for us, and his frank and honest communication with us and our contractor was a key factor to the success of our project. His ability to educate, listen, and adopt new ideas made our venture a fun and memorable experience - a non-negotiable criteria for selecting our architect! We would no doubt work with Anders again. Anders designed the mid-century modern home of our dreams. Actually, he exceeded it.

Anders executed beautiful plans for our project here in Hawaii, interpreted all of our wishes and beyond, and diligently followed up to make sure this dream became a reality. He was not only available to us and our contractor from start to finish but was an integral part of the process. His outgoing, easy -to -get- along -with personality, great work ethic and amazing creative talent made even changes pleasant. Not only was he wonderful to work with, he and his family remain our friends for life. We gave Anders Lasater and his staff five stars because they earned them and deserved them.

My wife and I aspired to totally 'gut' and 'redesign' the interior of our 1978, 2,800 sq ft Laguna Beach home. Finding Anders Lasater was the equivalent of hitting a grand slam home run in the first inning. Anders listened to our ideas, created a fabulous design, then using his exceptional skills and experience guided us through the process of a successful remodel. Ander's design was inspiring and exceeded all of our expectations. His knowledge and counsel on matters such as permitting, building codes, contractor negotiations, materials/lighting and landscaping, insured a successful project. Anders was at our side through out the entire project. If we remodel or build another home, there is no doubt that Anders Lasater will be our first phone call.

We were in the market for several years for a house in Laguna Beach before we found the one we wanted. During that search, we heard many hair-raising stories about how difficult it can be to remodel in Laguna, so we decided to use a local architect and were referred to Anders Lasater. Turned out to be a great referral, because Anders and his staff not only helped us navigate the labyrinthian planning department process, they also provided us with a wealth of information about what works and what doesn't in Laguna. The remodel turned out to be much more complicated than expected because of numerous elevation changes on the property. They stayed with the project from start to finish, dropping in on short notice when we needed input. We asked for several large modifications along the way and those were handled with patience, care and creative suggestions. Anders himself went to speak with neighbors when they raised concerns and was a partner in the whole process.