The Kastrop group are very professional company. My house was a total re-build and both Mike &…read moreBrian made this incredible task go very smooth. I would definitely use them again and would recommend the Kastrop Group !!!

We found The Kastrop Group through the Better Business Bureau. We were looking to renovate about…read more50% of our home and raising the floor in our laundry room to create a 2nd bathroom for the house. Brian V. came over to check out our house and to see if our expectations were realistic. He was very calm and organized. We found him very knowledgeable, especially about the San Mateo County permit & planning department. We interviewed a couple of other architeture firms, but found Brian at The Kastrop Group to be the best. Once we hired Kastrop, Brian quickly set up a time to come measure the entire house. Our 80 year old cottage had no central air/heat, so Brian referred us to an engineering firm that would help work out all the  computations that the permit department would need to approve this addition. As we moved through the architectural design process, Brian came up with solutions that would give us what we needed, along with a few suggestions that would provide more storage near our new second bathroom. We found Brian and Kastrop to be very accomodating with no drama. We like it when there is no drama. Once the architectural drawings were approved, we wanted to know if we had budgeted enough for the renovation. So, Kastrop had a General Contractor look at the plans and visit our house to give us some preliminary numbers. This was a big help for us and we were so thankful for this extra step. The Kastrop Group is an outstanding architecture firm that took us through the entire architecture design process with a gentle hand and no drama. We were grateful for their professionalism and their recommendations. If you are considering renovating your house, your first stop should be The Kastrop Group for impressive architectural expertise and being a great partner to navigate the county permit process.

It's hard to find a good architect. We contacted Steve Simpson of SDG (Simpson Design Group) after…read morewe had heard good things about him through a friend. He came to visit our project site, and then we waited, and waited for the promised proposal. One phone call, two emails and three weeks later, we learned that he had decided he was too busy with other projects to provide a proposal. It's great that's someone's business can be so busy they can pick and choose between projects, but basic respect and courtesy should be never be forgotten.

Steve Simpson designed our Woodside home and we could not be happier. He did a fantastic job and…read morewas able to convert our thoughts and ideas into an absolutely beautiful design. It is everything that we had hoped for and more. Steve was very helpful throughout the design and building process. He was always available for consults and had great ideas (and impeccable taste). We receive many compliments on our home. The architect on the design review board in Woodside commented on the beauty of Steve's design. Friends who loved our house had Steve design their home with great result. I highly recommend Steve and his design firm.

Kyle designed my new house from a SB9 subdivision in San Jose. He is very patient and courteous,…read morevery knowledgeable about the city codes, and always responds in time. His design is elegant and efficient, he oversaw the project and answered all the questions promptly even after the project is well into the late stage. Highly recommend!

This is a very long overdue review. We was lucky to came across Kyle's service at the beginning of…read moreCOVID when we wanted to remodel our home in Santa Clara. I don't know how to express our sincere thanks for everything he did for us. Kyle is very professional and super nice. He patiently work with us over 6 months to come up with the most economical and yet practical design and great flow of the space. He tirelessly met us constantly to make sure we were comfortable throughout the process. His experience and knowledge was integral of our project. His price was very reasonable. I would have pay much more for the experience I have with him. I highly recommend Kyle service to anyone.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Eyal. He demonstrated incredible skill and expertise…read moreand went above and beyond to deliver an outstanding result which got me access to an over the counter permit with SF's building department - which saved a lot of headache! His attention to detail and ability to understand and translate my vision into reality was truly remarkable. He took the time to listen to my ideas and requirements, and then used their expertise to create a design that got though the approval process without any delay. Throughout the entire process, he maintained a high level of professionalism and communication and kept me informed every step of the way Eyal's work truly speaks for itself, and I loved working with such a skilled, talented and reliable architect!

Working with Prestin Ravid Architects on our home addition and renovation has been amazing…read more Navigating the City of Palo Alto's complex permit process could have been stressful, but Eyal and his team made it smooth and enjoyable. With Eyal's extensive experience, his strategic, efficient approach and clear communication helped us get our permit in about half the expected time. His designs are thoughtful, detail-oriented, and perfectly balance aesthetics and practicality. Highly recommend!

As a structural engineer, I have worked with James on many projects. He is a seasoned pro who…read moreunderstands the balance between art and science, which makes our projects efficient and successful. He is fun to work with and a high-quality architect. We recommend him for your project!

We are in the process of rebuilding our home. Jim helped with the design and plans. He probably…read moresaved our marriage. Think Designing for the Sexes. Great guy; great to work with.

I've worked with BG design on both my home renovation and a rental property remodel, and couldn't…read morebe happier with the results. They handled both the design and build which made the process seamless from start to finish. Extremely knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and efficient in finding ways to reduce costs while maximizing space. The work turned out beautiful, functional, and on budget. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a skilled, reliable engineer who knows how to build/knows construction

We've worked with BG Design Build and Bahman in several residential and commercial projects in SF…read moreand the Peninsula, and we couldn't recommend him more. Bahman is professional, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with. His expertise as an engineer, architect, and contractor makes every phase of a project smoother. He really listens to what you want and thoughtfully incorporates your requests into the final design and execution. Whether it's a personal home build or a commercial space, he brings the same level of care, detail, and pride to his work. Truly a rare find!

Peter Ko , Ilin Sheih and staff are wonderful to work with from conception to design even building…read more With many years of experience and deep understanding of aesthetic design and working with state and public funding. We chose this company for their integrity and excellence. They truly believe in the projects they put their name on, there was a point where we were unable to pay for some of the design changes due to a shortage in funding. Peter and his team came back to us and said "we believe in this project and want to get it completed even if it means we have to take a pay cut and due some work probono". Choosing any architect can be extremely difficult and time consuming process, you can easily get entrapped into grandiose design if you don't have a construction/ building background you have to rely heavily on your architect and their expertise, or "word" , with KO they educated me, gave me many options that other architects we interviewed did not have the design ingenuity or creativity to provide. What more can I say other than when you tried the rest go try the best!

We worked with Ellis on a major addition in 2007 and have asked for his advice on a couple of…read moresmaller design/architectural management issues since. In each case, regardless of the size of the effort required, he has been willing to help. His design advice is superb. In 2007, his attention to detail was so good that he sailed through design review with San Mateo County on the first try when no one else did. We trust his judgment and skill. If you're looking for a first rate architect and someone you'll enjoy working with, contact Ellis.

We couldn't be happier with the process and results of our work with EASA Architecture in our…read morerecent bathroom remodel. Since we were working with a small space (and a limited budget), Lisa and Ellis took the time to understand our needs, and then presented us with a variety of design options, offering creative solutions that matched our tastes, while making the best use of limited space. They were especially helpful in coming up with a color scheme that integrated the bathroom elements, and blended with the qualities of the adjoining room. Lisa then worked closely with us in choosing tile, paint, fixtures, window treatment, cabinetry, etc. so that they all worked together. We are completely happy with our new bathroom, and would recommend Lisa and Ellis and EASA Architecture for any design or architectural work. [Previously, we worked with EASA Architecture in a major kitchen remodel, and our satisfaction with their work at that time made them our obvious choice for this recent project.]