WA Design Architects

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San Francisco Bay Area Architects
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We are architects of homes. Our projects range from small remodels to large scale residences. On every project our mission is to collaborate with our clients to understand the unique context of their project, and together create an inspirational, sustainable, and lasting addition to the built environment. WA design was established in 1985 by David Stark Wilson, AIA. Our design philosophy emphasizes the inter-relationship of building and site. Each design begins as a considered response to a set of criteria dictated by the site and client. Although progressive in approach, our designs draw heavily on the vernacular building of the area in which we are working. Ordering principles for a given project borrow from their context and often metaphorically relate to the natural landscape. This connects our buildings to their specific site and circumstance in a meaningful way. A crucial component of the overall design objective on each project is to apply the design of sustainable and solar features as an integral component of the architecture. From initial building siting concepts through building organization and material selection, each phase is approached with sustainable ideas at the forefront of the design decisions.

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Bathroom Design, Building Design, Custom Homes, Energy-Efficient Homes, Green Building, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, House Plans, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Sustainable Design, Construction Drawings

Areas Served

Alameda, Albany, Bayview, Belvedere, Belvedere Tiburon, Berkeley, Canyon, East Richmond Heights, El Cerrito, El Sobrante, Emeryville, Hercules, Martinez, Montalvin, Moraga, North Richmond, Oakland, Orinda, Piedmont, Pinole, Richmond, Rollingwood, San Francisco, San Pablo, Tara Hills, Tiburon, Woodside, Los altos, Saratoga, Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Pacific Heights

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33 Reviews for WA Design Architects

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David and WA Design Architects have been an absolute pleasure to work with on our project. From conception to punch list, they provide creative designs and solutions. David's has a gift to see the natural beauty around our home and brought the outside in from every angle and intentionally placed window. This still astonishes me and everyone who walks into our home.

December 12, 2020

Mark K.

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You won’t find someone better. David is extraordinarily gifted at conceiving how to use space and designing to how you live. He’s exceptionally talented, artistic, and quick. Working with David elevates your project and engenders confidence in the decisions you make. His involvement will be the best decision and have the highest ROI of your project, regardless of how many professionals are in the mix. David worked w/us to create a modern kitchen in an 1891, four story Victorian. We are so impressed w/his ability to create an elegant kitchen compatible w/historic architectural décor while integrating modern functionality. We have a completely up-to-date kitchen, w/artist flare David is well known for while the architectural details mirror those of the original house.

December 4, 2020

Peter Sebastian

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I don't mean to overstate it, but I believe David Wilson is some kind of creative genius. I started my project with another architect and then a designer, but David took everything in a new direction and really opened my eyes as to what was possible. I'm still finding wonderful surprises in the details, right down to textures and colors, as well as the juxtaposition of shapes and continuity of visual themes in David's plans. We broke ground about a month ago, and I'm breathing a sigh of thankful relief that I first let David sketch out his idea last year.

November 19, 2020

Hank

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Client

The WA Design team exceeded our expectations with our dream home both in the end product and the processes used to create, design, and build.

November 19, 2020

Rachel Schneider

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Client

As soon as we saw WA Design's work, we knew we wanted to work with David and his amazing team. It was the best decision we ever made. Working with David, Andy, and Kyle for the past year has been a pleasure. Our remodel is a large project and working with them has been what we expected to be a very stressful and overwhelming process seamless, from design, project management, and everything in between. They are professional, timely, and the best at what they do. David and Andy truly go above and beyond and have impressed us at every stage of the project, from drawings and plans, to site visits, city meetings, vendor management, and of course -- their exceptional and unparalleled design work. They are incredibly thorough, meticulous, and professional. We love working together and are excited to see the end result!

September 29, 2020

Jeremy Schneider

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Client

David, Andy, Kyle, and the team at WA Design have been amazing partners as we renovate our home in the Bay Area. We were drawn to WA Design after visiting the home of one of David's clients and were blown away. To be going through a process as cumbersome as a large remodel in the Bay Area with this team by our side has been a blessing - they take all of the worry out, coordinate all of the details (small and large) and manage to make it fun and exciting. We often defer to them and feel lucky to have their attentive care and detail on our home. We view them as true partners and one of the best decisions we have made.

September 28, 2020

Ronak S

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Client

David and Chris made designing our new home a fun and efficient experience. David designed a home around our family's needs that we all love. I really appreciate David's flexibility and creativity in adapting his approach as the project changed over time.

October 25, 2018

Jill Berrick

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Client

David Wilson can "see" the potential of a space in ways that others simply can't. Something about his imagination, his training, his skill, and experience allow him to picture a space in ways that no one else can. He designed our home ten years ago, but my husband continues to regularly rely on his consultation for various projects. In each instance, a space is transformed: lot to magnificent home; old building to modern; dark, cramped space to light and airy. The spaces he creates are not only aesthetically pleasing, they make my whole disposition content because he's considered how the built environment will affect my spirit. Truly remarkable.

September 22, 2018

Carmen G

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Client

I am writing in praise of our architect David Wilson and his company WA Design in Berkeley. My husband and I are cautious and suspicious people by nature. After talking to half a dozen architects and design/build firms, we chose David. David was responsive and easy to talk to from the first phone call I made. There is probably no way to eliminate all the anxiety inherent in a large and multifaceted overhaul of the house you live in (ours involved a kitchen, laundry, pantry, back entry-way, bedroom and bathroom, all with removing weight-bearing walls and structural rearrangements), but it sure helps to employ someone whose confident vision and keen eye for design braces you along the way. Still, the most important part of our experience is our daily happiness living with the result!

August 21, 2018

Rick Kelley

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Client

My experience with WA Design Architects has been nothing short of great. Their understanding of our vision and ability to maneuver the project through the myriad of challenges it encountered, has turned a daunting task into an exciting and rewarding experience. They provided fundamental, knowledgeable professionalism, boundless enthusiasm and creativity, as well as consistent, flawless execution with every aspect of the project. I would hire them again in a heartbeat.

July 23, 2018

Philippe Sanchez

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Client

Talent, creativity, experience & great folks all around. Finding the right architect was by far the most important decision of our major remodeling project. WA Design exceeded all expectations. They embraced our design intent, pushed our creative boundaries and provided invaluable guidance through the entire 12 month project. Care, personal engagement, attention to details and with a keen eye for design sophistication. We closed on time and within budget. More importantly we enjoyed the process and felt great about the people we worked with. The results are spectacular!

July 17, 2018

Shane Patterson

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Colleague

David is the BEST! David recently helped us create an interior design concept for a new location we purchased in Atascadero Ca. What used to be an older library was transformed into a work of ART! David has great design concepts and has helped us on other projects in the past, he is our go to Architect when we want to create a space that makes you go "Wow" :) David is very easy to work with, listens to what we need and comes up with a design that works!

January 25, 2018

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734 Comments

Commented: Paint color interiorSorry, we don't have the formula anymore - it is an off white into the light grey range

October 17, 2020

Commented: What faucet is this?No, sorry we don't have that info

September 6, 2020

Commented: Color of the white paint?Sorry, we don't have the formula

August 29, 2020

Commented: easeease redderesthanks

August 26, 2020

Commented: How muuch is this? is it electric or dies it need water line etc?That is a custom design

July 29, 2020

Commented: Table &stain questionThat table is Elm with a clear finish

July 15, 2020

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