Working with Samah has been amazing. We sought her expertise for our 570 sq.ft. tiny home (ADU) since we required a custom plan because the available area to build in our backyard isn't rectangular. Samah met with us, surveyed the site, and drafted a plan based on our wants and also gave recommendations from her experience. We went with her experience! The architectural plans and structural calculations (we used her referral) were delivered to our city and county in such detail, everyone was surprised. This detail is what we want to highlight. It makes the build much easier, almost like lego, and the inspection process smooth. We had to go through various inspections: - Underground plumbing - Rebar - Foundation - Exterior shear wall - Exterior lath - Rough framing - Roof - Wall insulation - Window flashing - Drywall - Shower and backing - Exterior slats - Electrical meter - Planning final - Solar - Final Absolutely wonderful. read more

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Working with Samah Nasser was an outstanding experience from start to finish. This is our second project with her, and once again, she exceeded our expectations by combining creativity with practicality in a way that made the entire process feel seamless and inspiring. From the initial concept discussions, she took the time to truly understand our vision, lifestyle, and priorities. Her ability to translate our ideas into a design that was both beautiful and highly functional made every detail feel intentional, bringing together aesthetics, efficiency, and comfort perfectly. Communication was clear and consistent throughout the project. She was responsive, patient with our questions, and proactive in offering thoughtful solutions when challenges arose. Her professionalism and attention to detail gave us complete confidence at every stage. What stood out most was her ability to balance big-picture thinking with meticulous execution. The final result is a space that not only looks incredible but also feels tailored specifically to us. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, reliable architect who is genuinely invested in delivering exceptional work. It was an absolute pleasure working with Samah. read more

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Samah on getting drawings and permits for a big kitchen remodel we were doing in my home in San Francisco. She was helping with the drawings and getting permits from the city and I can't recommend her highly enough! From start to finish, she was incredibly responsive, prompt, and professional, making the entire process seamless and stress-free. Her attention to detail is unmatched--the drawings she provided were thorough, precise, and of the highest quality, ensuring everything was executed flawlessly. Not only did she handle the architectural design, but she also guided me through the entire city approval process, making what could have been a bureaucratic headache incredibly smooth. Beyond her technical expertise, Samah is responsible, efficient, and a true professional. She consistently delivered on time, communicated clearly, and went above and beyond to ensure every aspect of the project was well-managed. If you're looking for an architect who is both talented and a joy to work with, look no further. Highly recommend! read more

Working with Samah has been a real pleasure. She is knowledgable, responsive, and decisive, with all the qualities that made us feel like we were in good hands on our ADU build. We have referred her services to many of our friends. read more

We worked with Samah for getting permits on our house. She was with us for entire process and helped us navigate the difficult times like change in county authorities and delays due to pandemic. It took us 2 years and she was determined to get us permits with no extra charge. Samah explained us every step and kept us in loop. We will be working with her again and would highly recommend her for any permit or architecture issues. read more

We came to Samah when we were in a jam for a shelter in place home remodeling project. We were able to purchase our home then hit a snag as we were working on our "cosmetic" facelift. We needed an architect who could come in and help us in pinch and Samah was amazing. She came out to the site, got the measurements, was on top of everything needed for compliance, and was helpful, responsive, and positive from start to finish. Thank you, Samah! read more

N&A Designs Group - Architects Near Me - Los Gatos, California

Professional, fast and very creative. I am a real estate professional and licensed general contractor and I highly recommend this company.

I cannot put into words how thankful my husband and I are to have worked with Samah (owner N&A Designs) Samah not only brought professionalism and patience to the entire process but also insight and knowldege. We worked with Samah on our new addition and remodel plan. She took into consideration all our requirements and came up with a perfect design/plan. Samah handled everything right from the design to the final city approval. She works extremely well with the city planning departments and updated us all the time. She is very responsive and will make sure all our questions were answered. I highly recommend N&A Designs ! read more

We have recently worked with Samah on a ADU conversion project. I found her knowledgeable, responsive, detail oriented and cost conscious. I highly recommend her. read more

Amazing service. Used them to obtain county permit for converting garage to an office. Samah, the owner, handled the whole process starting with getting measurements, drafting all required plans and titles, submitting the application for permit to finally getting the permit in very short super quick timeframe. Very very knowledgeable in every aspect of architecture, drafting plans and filling various forms, common practices in architecture and obtaining permits. Also, very prompt, proactive and clear communication. All this at a very reasonable cost. Big thumbs up for them. You can't go wrong by hiring them for your next project. read more

I used N&A architectural firm for an ADU project in Menlo Park. They were extremely professional, responsive and clearly listened to all requirements. The design turned out beautiful. I have been extremely happy with everything so far and will post a picture once it's completed. I recommend this firm wholeheartedly. read more

Samah is simply fantastic. Her eye for design and her ability to see how a room can be transformed is phenomenal. She takes her vision and transforms it into an architecture blueprint that ensures success. For us, she helped us expand our house by 1000 feet over two floors. The project was massive but since the day we met, I knew we were in good hands. Samah is simply a joy to work with; she is extremely professional and quick to respond to inquiries. She has helped us transform our little bungalow in a beautiful home that has adapted to our families needs. read more

We hired Samah to help with an addition and partial remodel. This was our first home addition and she was so helpful in guiding us through the process. We had so many questions and she has been patient with us every step of the way. She has been so good providing explanations, coming up with solutions and ideas on how to best tie into our existing floor plan while always keeping the flow of the house and considering the style of the house so our addition doesn't look like a box connected on to an existing house. When we required the structural engineer, she also provided us with options to explore. Most importantly, her promptness with any reply has been outstanding. Any email, text message I can be sure she is going to reply promptly. If we ever do another project, she would definitely be the person I call to help me with the process and recommend to anyone looking for an architect. Samah is professional, courteous, punctual, easy to work and truly a kind and patient person, thank you for your help! read more

NA Designs Group continues to amaze me with their excellent customer service. Samah, the owner of the business, personally accompanied me to talk to the principal planner of Santa Clara County yesterday and she has returned to the Santa Clara County Department of Planning and Development many times over already to gain insight into ways that she could help me get permit for work done on my property. I am very thankful that I have chosen NA Designs Group. You will get the biggest bang for your buck and you won't regret using their architect/draftsman/CAD services since they go way above and beyond to help you out. Personalized and excellent service at an affordable price! I will give them 10 stars if I am only allowed to. read more