I had the pleasure of working along side David Fink for over a year. He's a great person and an…read moreexcellent Architect. I was constantly blown away and always pleased with what he would come up with. As far as I know, he's most interested in modern, contemporary style architecture. Interview him and/or check out his work if you're thinking of hiring a top notch architect anytime soon.

For most of us, the opportunity to build your own custom home would exemplify the culmination of a…read morelifelong dream. For my wife and I, whom both came over to this country as immigrants many years back, it represented the chance to bring to fruition one of our life goals and aspirations. Back in 2015, we had the opportunity to purchase a plot of land along the California coastline. When it came time to look for the right architect to help us realize our dream home, my wife and I spared no time and effort to look for the right firm to take on this important task. We interviewed over six architectural firms specializing coastal home design up and down the coastline from Long Beach, to Newport Beach, to Laguna Beach, San Clemente, and San Juan Capistrano. Most architectural firms have extensive portfolios to review; however, our reason for choosing FoxLin Architects is beyond their ability to express a design language that meets their client's needs and desires. It is their commitment to meet and exceed their clients' expectations and personalities that sets them apart. I have had the absolute pleasure of working with Juintow Lin, principle architect, in the creation of my custom home since hiring their firm in 2017. The architectural process from design, to getting plans passed through Coastal Commission, then City Building and Planning can be a confusing and laborious process; especially for someone who has never built a home before. However, Foxlin Architects made the entire process easy. They absolutely took care of everything, and detailed the steps taken throughout project in ways that were clear and easily understandable. They have the capability of being a full service firm; whereas some firms stop at providing design and plans. This method would leave the client to separately hire a designer to help with the fit and finish materials for the custom home. However, these guys can do it all from start to finish. They left no detail unturned when it came to the design and build of my home. Melissa, the project manager assigned our case, has been great to work with. She and Juintow directed us to the exact store locations that would carry the items and materials that was needed for our build. Their level or care and personalization when it came to finished design exceeded our expectations. FoxLin Architectural Firm can also assist their clients through the building phase of their home. If needed, they will also assist their clients in finding the right contractors that will meet their needs and budjet. Also, they will perform site visits as needed to check on the realization of their design and plans. Any adjustments to the plans to meet building codes will be done through their firm. They coordinate services with civil, structural, and soils engineers that are needed to provide reports to the city building engineers and inspectors. This service has been extremely helpful since many issues tend to come up throughout the construction process that can be address by a full service firm. Overall, I cannot highly recommend them enough. They have been fantastic to work with. Their prices are quite fair; their work is excellent; they have been easy to work with; and they absolutely care about meeting and exceeding the expectations of their clients. Lastly, if an architect's credentials are a concern for a client, then this firm has it in spades. Both principle architects, Michael Fox and Juintow Lin, are professors of architecture at Cal Poly University, and graduated from MIT. A quick visit to their website will make it pellucid the quality and scope of their work. If you are looking for an architectural firm to meet your every need and discerning taste, FoxLin Architects is the right choice.

You need to hire FoxLin right now for their expertise and here's why:…read more1. They're the real deal. Michael, Juintow and their team work well together, which is so important when working on construction projects for long periods of time. Staying focused is their top priority! 2. The team is a pleasure to work with. They work on your plan and explain it so you know exactly what to expect, (who does that anymore?) 3. FoxLin finds solutions to your biggest architectural challenges, (We've had some, and that's why we choose FoxLin). 4. While they seem laid back, don't let that fool you. They're serious about their work and executing your vision from the very beginning. 5. Their attention to every detail is something any OCD person would be thrilled about, (I know because I am one). 6. FoxLin co-ordinates every single thing going on in your project, period. They take control so you don't have to. 7. They're easy to work with and have built years of solid working relationships with a plethora of contractors and subs, (very important). 8. FoxLin pricing is so reasonable, you'll want to pay their invoices. I'm happy to pay them and so grateful for their exceptional work. 9. They're available on holidays and weekends and respond to my emails. (the lines of communication stay open no matter what time or day it is). 10. Peace of Mind is what you get with this firm. Working on projects can be stressful, but this is why we love working with them. We can actually sleep at night knowing we are in good hands and they are doing all the work, thank goodness! Read less

I'm a general contractor and have worked alongside Jeannette on a number of beautiful projects…read more They implement a level of detail into their plans rarely seen in the architectural space. Space, flow, layout, lighting, detail, design, thought, care and beauty are all words that come to mind with a Jeannette home. I've also spoken to Jeff, the owner, on numerous occasions surrounding business and growth and he's extremely positive, supportive and passionate about local businesses and Long Beach in general. I highly recommend Jeannette for your architectural experience.

The very best decision my husband and I made was hiring Jeannette Architects for my whole home…read moreremodel. We worked directly with the very talented and creative duo Jeff Jeannette and Stefanie Haering. They helped us discover all of the potential our home had to give and provided many options to create space and functionality that we had not considered. From start to finish, Jeannette Architects listened to us and provided suggestions and plans that reflected our best hopes and needs. I always felt informed and respected. Our project moved forward throughly and quickly, especially considering the technical work that was required to rebuild every aspect of my home. My husband and I are so grateful that Stefanie and Jeff helped us throughout the entire project and even all through construction. I felt supported, I could always ask questions and get accurate, timely answers on even the smallest details. Jeannette would routinely check in on us as the work progressed and celebrated with us on the day we got to move back in. Jeannette Architects designed a beautiful home organized for utility. They created a new floor plan that flows elegantly, is functional and spacious for the homeowners with a sophistication that welcomes friends and family. They were extremely creative with a window plan that maximized the outdoor and indoor symmetry and welcomed natural light throughout my home. Stefanie was an absolute genius in how she found room in my floor plan to expand the primary bath. She added features like a wet room, which allows me to live like a spa queen. I have already recommended them to friends and family. Because of Jeannette Architects, our home is reborn for longevity, enjoyment and to preserve as a family asset.

While Mike Hutaff has not worked for me providing Client services, I have watched, experienced, and…read morebeen part of his Architectural work. The role of an Architect in the design process ranges from guide, designer, and (at times) therapist, and Mike has found an authentic balance of those three roles well. He has a number of gifts and talents, but listening, understanding, and adjusting his approach to your design's journey is why working with, for, and alongside him is notable. If you want a design process where you feel heard, you're talking to the right Architect.

I am in the midst of trying to have an addition constructed and remodel done on my home. Mike…read moreHutaff recently prepared the architectural plans for the addition. Working with him has been a seamless and very pleasant experience. He is the most professional, prompt and responsive person I have worked with during this whole process. You always know where you stand with him, and he never leaves you wondering what step he is on or if something has gone amiss. Without any hesitation, I recommend Mike 100% for your architectural projects!

We were referred to James and C2 for a significant remodel to the front exterior of our home. His…read moredesign expertise elevated the project way beyond our expectations. In addition, the work was done on schedule and we were clearly apprised of costs at every step. In short, it was an amazing experience.

We had a large project and contacted C2Mod on a recommendation.  We were impressed with James'…read morevision, professionalism and attention to detail.  Our ideas were rather simple and mundane but James took it to a whole new level with an updated vision which we fell in love with. Over the entire project we saw how seamlessly the team worked together to keep on top of every little detail, purchases, installations, colors etc.  The construction crew, which we saw the most of, were very friendly, knowledgeable and hard working. The behind the scenes crew worked tirelessly ordering and finding options to present. The constant communications between all the individuals on the staff kept everyone up to date and the project moving ahead. Our neighbors even commented on how considerate James' staff was. We are extremely satisfied with C2Mod, James, his entire staff and of course our completed project.  We highly recommend this professional, innovative affable team, they are excellent! We get so many positive comments on the completed work!

The best architect I have ever dealt with...If you need an architect that is cost effective, easily…read moreto reach and provide an excellent home design then Dan is your guy. Our project was a very complicated with ground up build on a vacant land. There is a 5 foot hill in the center of the 3/4 of an acre lot. Not flat land. Dan was able to locate the professional surveyors, soil engineers, structure consultants, etc... for me. His process of building of a custom home is very organized and efficient thus the county was able to approved our plans in a timely manner. Dan is talented, honest, creative and a value architect who is always available when I needed to reach him. What more could you ask for? Thanks Dan for designing my 7000sq ft dream home.

You cannot go wrong with Wes and his team! We built a new ADU in our backyard after tearing down an…read moreold 1920's garage. They did a spectacular job envisioning and communicating the project as a whole and easily broke it down to every little detail in between that you wouldn't even think of. Each contractor and sub-contractor that worked on our project was respectful of our property, friendly, detail-oriented, and left high quality results. There were some challenges during the design and construction due to the city requirments, which is expected given the scope of the project. However, the team handled these challenges very effectively and professionally. There is no doubt that I will hire Harding Design & Construction again, thanks again guys!

By the time we called Harding Design and Construction, we were at the end of our rope. This was a…read moreserious a case of 'love it or list it'. 2 adults, 2 kids, and 1 big ol' dog in a very compartmentalized 1947 home was not working for us anymore. We knew we probably could not make changes to the size of our modest home, but we were convinced we could improve the flow. When it came to interviewing contractors, I was excited but still a bit gun shy because I had heard endless horror stories about dishonest contractors, sky high costs and 1/2 finished remodels. However, we knew very early on that Harding Design and Construction would be different. Throughout the bid process they demonstrated professionalism, consistency and open communication. We took Wes' actions early on to be a sign of things to come and after meeting with 2 other contractors we signed on with Wes. I would not say our remodel was a walk in the park; of course, we ran into the inevitable problems that surface when you open the walls of an old home (and remain living in the home throughout the process). Yet Wes, Mary and Aaron were with us every step of the way. I would be remiss if I did not touch on each of them for one moment: -Wes is methodical and professional. He never came to us with a problem he did not already have a solution for. -Aaron is one of the most meticulous workers I have ever met. He has an eagle eye for imperfections and the skill to fix them. -Mary's communication, design sense and ability to keep the project exciting (even when if starts to feel long) made me feel at ease and in control. By the time, the project was complete, what had started out as a kitchen/living/dining remodel turned into a whole house makeover! There is not a room that was not touched. I will tell you with conviction I could not be more pleased with the outcome. The functionality of our home has improved by 200%. Our house now fits our needs and family perfectly. Thanks to Harding Design and Construction, I can confidently say we will be here for decades to come!

From the moment we met Mark, we knew we were in good hands. He is such a pleasure to work with and…read moresuch a nice guy. Our project included adding 400 SF to our 3000 SF home which involved an upstairs and downstairs addition along with a California room/loggia. He is so knowledgeable of the process and his plans are so thorough. He handled the structural engineering, permitting, HOA as well as working with our builder. Mark understood what our vision was, but also provided us with many ideas as well. I highly recommend Mark!

Mark did the design drawings for our home remodel in Dana Point. He was very friendly, professional…read moreand efficient, completing the plans on schedule within 2 weeks and getting them approved by the City of Dana Point. We felt that his price was very fair. We were very happy with his work and we recommend him to anyone who might need design services.