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Top-Rated Architects/engineers in Santa Cruz - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.
Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.
4.8(
28
)
ArchitectEngineer - StructuralDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would rate your engineering design experience as excellent. Your skills in creating detailed drawings, problem-solving, and delivering innovative solutions are highly impressive."
Dana Condominium
Richmond single family dwelling
Addition to the Single Family dwelling
Affordable Building for Non Profits
Historic Church of All Faiths

+35

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Unicorn Structures
5.0(
35
)
Engineer - Structural

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Unicorn Structures is responsive and professional. Quality work with a quick turn around and reasonable price. Devendra helped with Engineering calculations to remove a load bearing wall and drafted plans for home remodel. Will definitely hire again and recommend to anyone that needs Structural Engineering and Architectural support."
20801, Verde Moor Ct
20801, Verde Moor Ct
20801, Verde Moor Ct
Bow Window addition
20801, Verde Moor Ct

+16

Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Liberty Drafting Studios LLC
Liberty Drafting Studios LLC
4.9(
15
)
ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend this company. All projects are always completed on time, and communication is excellent. I’m always kept informed about what’s happening with the project and what stage it’s at. Whenever I have questions or need an update, they respond quickly and clearly. They are reliable, professional, and very easy to work with."
Interior and exterior
Home after fire
Home after construction
Courtyard and great room design
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
Avatar for Ogle Design
Ogle Design
4.9(
8
)
Architect - For Business

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was such a great experience working with Will and his team at Ogle Designs. They helped us design a blueprint for creating additions to our house including designs for the inside and patio/landscape design We so impressed with Ogle Design's high level of professionalism, expertise and overall delivery of our project. They completed everything on time and within budget! Thanks for your excellent service."
Modern Deck
Modern Deck 2
Exterior Contemporary
Kitchen Island
Living Room

+14

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Evolution Drafting
Evolution Drafting
3.7(
127
)
Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Olive Branch Garden Services & Landscaping
Olive Branch Garden Services & Landscaping
5.0(
24
)
Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend this team for any hardscaping or remodeling needs. They recently completed a driveway paver installation and front yard remodel for my home, and I couldn't be happier. They worked incredibly fast without compromising on quality, and the final result perfectly matched what I had envisioned. Excellent workmanship and highly efficient!"
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