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Charles Taylor Interior Design
243 North Hwy 101 STE 13
4.97(
17
)
Approved Pro
Charles Taylor Interior Design
243 North Hwy 101 STE 13
4.97(
17
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

For over 15 years, the goal of Charles Taylor Interior Design is to combine all aspects of the client's needs and provide solutions under one roof. We specialize in fantastic decorating projects, but we also excel at bringing together the right materials in larger remodels to ensure that your vision is fully realized. Communication is the key to a great project, and we take pride in that part of the job. We have experience in both residential and commercial design projects, working on everything from beautiful home remodels to bars and restaurants (Top Chef John Tesar's Eateries, W Hotels, Nissan Design America, etc.) From floor plans to elevations to furniture and accessories selections, we can design all aspects of your project.ok We can help in selecting all plumbing and appliance packages to suit your needs and budget. We offer lighting plans, space plans, all materials selections, paint schemes...pretty much everything you need for your home remodel.

"In 2021, during the pandemic, Charles Taylor and company went the extra mile for my project and to communicate. He designed and hired the contractors for a beautiful custom renovation of my tiny house. His general contractor, Christian James (James Gang Construction), did extremely professional work. He did a full wall of tiling in my guest bath, floor to ceiling tile in my shower, and two kitchen walls . Charles redesigned my master bedroom layout. Offered several ideas. He hired the contractors that: painted my house inside and out, replaced the floors with quality vinyl planks, added tile, redid my ceiling lighting, added lights for the closets in both bedrooms, added a refrigerator nook, replaced my kitchen counter with beautiful white quartz, replaced all my faucets with Delta faucets in matching finish, chose and installed new window treatments, added a pocket door, replaced the picket fence outside with high quality redwood, painted all kitchen cabinetry, replaced toilets, vanities, kitchen counters and sink . Christian James built and finished two shelves in the kitchen. All of this was done with a I mind to cost, getting deals for the tile, planks, fence, pocket door and more. I canâ t say enough about Charles Taylor Home."

Natelle B on March 2024

For over 15 years, the goal of Charles Taylor Interior Design is to combine all aspects of the client's needs and provide solutions under one roof. We specialize in fantastic decorating projects, but we also excel at bringing together the right materials in larger remodels to ensure that your vision is fully realized. Communication is the key to a great project, and we take pride in that part of the job. We have experience in both residential and commercial design projects, working on everything from beautiful home remodels to bars and restaurants (Top Chef John Tesar's Eateries, W Hotels, Nissan Design America, etc.) From floor plans to elevations to furniture and accessories selections, we can design all aspects of your project.ok We can help in selecting all plumbing and appliance packages to suit your needs and budget. We offer lighting plans, space plans, all materials selections, paint schemes...pretty much everything you need for your home remodel.

"In 2021, during the pandemic, Charles Taylor and company went the extra mile for my project and to communicate. He designed and hired the contractors for a beautiful custom renovation of my tiny house. His general contractor, Christian James (James Gang Construction), did extremely professional work. He did a full wall of tiling in my guest bath, floor to ceiling tile in my shower, and two kitchen walls . Charles redesigned my master bedroom layout. Offered several ideas. He hired the contractors that: painted my house inside and out, replaced the floors with quality vinyl planks, added tile, redid my ceiling lighting, added lights for the closets in both bedrooms, added a refrigerator nook, replaced my kitchen counter with beautiful white quartz, replaced all my faucets with Delta faucets in matching finish, chose and installed new window treatments, added a pocket door, replaced the picket fence outside with high quality redwood, painted all kitchen cabinetry, replaced toilets, vanities, kitchen counters and sink . Christian James built and finished two shelves in the kitchen. All of this was done with a I mind to cost, getting deals for the tile, planks, fence, pocket door and more. I canâ t say enough about Charles Taylor Home."

Natelle B on March 2024


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RH Draft Sense
1404 Knoxville Street
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RH Draft Sense
1404 Knoxville Street
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15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

RH Draft Sense is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

RH Draft Sense is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


7X7 Studio
1609 Caminito Barlovento
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7X7 Studio
1609 Caminito Barlovento
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
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15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We’re a reputable architectural design company that specializes in a variety of interior design and spatial planning projects. We take pride in our ability to exceed expectations in all aspects of business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

We’re a reputable architectural design company that specializes in a variety of interior design and spatial planning projects. We take pride in our ability to exceed expectations in all aspects of business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.


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BNS Design Group, LLC
12590 Manifesto Place
5.00(
4
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BNS Design Group, LLC
12590 Manifesto Place
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

BNS Design Group, LLC is the solution to all of your interior design needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question of who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"I needed to remodel the kitchen in our family's vacation house. My lucky day was finding Massim. She is extremely talented , honest and the most wonderful person to work with. My lucky day was finding her through Homeadvisor. Dont hesitate to use her."

angela f on June 2021

BNS Design Group, LLC is the solution to all of your interior design needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question of who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"I needed to remodel the kitchen in our family's vacation house. My lucky day was finding Massim. She is extremely talented , honest and the most wonderful person to work with. My lucky day was finding her through Homeadvisor. Dont hesitate to use her."

angela f on June 2021


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W. Scott Ballard Design + Architecture, Inc.
1024 Wall Street
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
W. Scott Ballard Design + Architecture, Inc.
1024 Wall Street
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

Here at W. Scott Ballard Design + Architecture, Inc., we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality from beginning to end of your project shows. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day.

"Professional and friendly!"

peter w on February 2018

Here at W. Scott Ballard Design + Architecture, Inc., we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality from beginning to end of your project shows. We look forward to earning your business. Call us anytime with any questions you may have. Thanks for your time and have a great day.

"Professional and friendly!"

peter w on February 2018


Active Endeavor, Inc.
4124 North Bonita Street
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Active Endeavor, Inc.
4124 North Bonita Street
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

A E Design & Build is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Rated A+ by the BBB, timely communication combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Dirk was a consummate professional. His work was completed on time and under my budget as he worked to save us money rather than trying to upsell at every opportunity. His crew were very skilled and friendly. I will utilize them in the future on another project and would recommend him to anyone looking for construction done on their house"

Rusty D on August 2024

A E Design & Build is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Rated A+ by the BBB, timely communication combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Dirk was a consummate professional. His work was completed on time and under my budget as he worked to save us money rather than trying to upsell at every opportunity. His crew were very skilled and friendly. I will utilize them in the future on another project and would recommend him to anyone looking for construction done on their house"

Rusty D on August 2024


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BD Project & Design
2358 University Ave # 368
4.94(
43
)
Approved Pro
BD Project & Design
2358 University Ave # 368
4.94(
43
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
11 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

As a an architectural design and build company, we specialize in designing residential and commercial remodeling and custom home building projects which include not only architectural drawings, structural engineering, permit processing, but also complete remodeling and construction services that are competitive but not to compromise quality in our services.

"From start to finish, Kevin and his team were extremely professional. Kevin was very attentive, answered all our questions, quick to respond. Their attention to detail was really important to me. My bathroom came out absolutely beautiful.. I?m a bit of a perfectionist and Kevin and Jose never made me feel like I was wrong for asking for small changes. I highly recommend BD design. "

Sandra M on January 2025

As a an architectural design and build company, we specialize in designing residential and commercial remodeling and custom home building projects which include not only architectural drawings, structural engineering, permit processing, but also complete remodeling and construction services that are competitive but not to compromise quality in our services.

"From start to finish, Kevin and his team were extremely professional. Kevin was very attentive, answered all our questions, quick to respond. Their attention to detail was really important to me. My bathroom came out absolutely beautiful.. I?m a bit of a perfectionist and Kevin and Jose never made me feel like I was wrong for asking for small changes. I highly recommend BD design. "

Sandra M on January 2025


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Merribuild
804 Pier View Way Suite 203
4.30(
15
)
Approved Pro
Merribuild
804 Pier View Way Suite 203
4.30(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
34 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in additions and kitchen and bathroom remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects such as ADU"s or granny flats as we used to call them . We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Do not use, under charge to time a project. Then promised a 4 month completion. Showed up a year later at end of contract to begin work."

Greg E on January 2024

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in additions and kitchen and bathroom remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects such as ADU"s or granny flats as we used to call them . We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Do not use, under charge to time a project. Then promised a 4 month completion. Showed up a year later at end of contract to begin work."

Greg E on January 2024


A K Smith Architects
5310 Via Carancho
3.50(
3
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Approved Pro
A K Smith Architects
5310 Via Carancho
3.50(
3
)
Approved Pro
25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"I had a terrible experience working with Kent. I hired him to prepare and submit plans for an ADU, with a contract that clearly outlined progress payments based on milestones, with the final payment due once I received approved plans from the city. However, once the plans were submitted, Kent completely disappeared and failed to complete the process. Despite multiple attempts to reach him over the years, he has never responded. At this point, my only option is to pursue small claims court. I strongly advise anyone considering his services to stay away. This was an incredibly frustrating and disappointing experience."

Rob L on October 2024

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"I had a terrible experience working with Kent. I hired him to prepare and submit plans for an ADU, with a contract that clearly outlined progress payments based on milestones, with the final payment due once I received approved plans from the city. However, once the plans were submitted, Kent completely disappeared and failed to complete the process. Despite multiple attempts to reach him over the years, he has never responded. At this point, my only option is to pursue small claims court. I strongly advise anyone considering his services to stay away. This was an incredibly frustrating and disappointing experience."

Rob L on October 2024


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The Ace Builder, Inc.
424 15th St #3908
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The Ace Builder, Inc.
424 15th St #3908
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are passionate about construction and remodeling, transforming our clients homes while delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of skilled professionals who care about your home just as much as you do. We are honored when a client chooses to work with us, understanding the commitment you're making for your home.

We are passionate about construction and remodeling, transforming our clients homes while delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of skilled professionals who care about your home just as much as you do. We are honored when a client chooses to work with us, understanding the commitment you're making for your home.

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Building design services FAQs

Most municipalities require a building permit before you put up a pool house. Rules and fees vary widely depending on where you live and the local regulations in your area. Check with your local building department or general contractor early on in your pool house project, so permit costs and timelines don’t catch you off guard.

If you’re building a custom pool house, you can expect the entire process to take two to three months from the design phase to the end of construction, or even as much as a year for very large or complex pool houses. If you’re installing a prefabricated kit or shed, the process is much faster, averaging one to three days.

A pool house is generally sized between 100 square feet and 800 square feet, which means its dimensions directly reflect its intended functionality. A compact pool house, measuring 100 to 150 square feet, serves as an efficient storage or utility space, while a pool house of 300 square feet or more offers a comfortable room for changing, relaxation, and socializing. The size you choose depends on the intended use and design of your outdoor space, ensuring that the structure meets your lifestyle needs.

The common types of pool houses include guesthouses, standard pool houses, and sheds. A guesthouse is a small lodge adjacent to the primary home that provides overnight accommodations with essential amenities. A standard pool house is built near the pool to offer storage, changing facilities, and a relaxation zone. A shed is a simple structure designed for storing pool equipment and garden tools. Each type serves a distinct purpose and enhances your outdoor living experience.

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