Business Details
37 Years
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Emergency
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Custom Residential Architecture in Santa Rosa
Founded in 1989 by Kevin Farrell and Shaun Faber, our firm specializes in residential architecture and design, serving clients across the western United States. We prioritize understanding each client's unique vision through active listening and personalized collaboration. Our commitment to integrity ensures ethical decision-making and accountability throughout every project. By combining innovative design principles with cutting-edge technology, we create timeless homes that harmonize with their environments. Our team approach extends beyond our office, fostering strong relationships with consultants and contractors to streamline the building process.With decades of experience navigating local regulations, we help projects progress smoothly through approvals. Sustainability remains central to our practice, integrating environmentally conscious solutions without compromising aesthetic appeal. Our reputation for excellence, built over 35 years, reflects our dedication to transforming client dreams into reality while maintaining the highest professional standards.
Services
Residential Architecture
Custom Home Design
Sustainable Design
3D Rendering
Disaster Recovery Planning
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of residential architecture experience in Northern California
- Our team maintains active listening approach to understand client-specific needs
- We hold proven expertise in navigating local building regulations and approvals
- Our practice integrates sustainable design principles with timeless aesthetics
- We maintain strong relationships with trusted local contractors and consultants
What people say
Thrilled to work
Perfect home
Seamless process
Dream home realized
Professional execution
Services
Residential Architecture
Our residential architecture practice focuses on creating custom-designed homes that reflect each client's unique lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. We combine functional planning with artistic vision to develop spaces that enhance daily living. Our architects work closely with homeowners throughout the design and construction process to ensure every detail meets their expectations.
Custom Home Design
Custom home design services transform personal visions into architectural reality through collaborative planning and meticulous attention to detail. We create bespoke floor plans and exterior designs that accommodate specific family needs while adhering to local building regulations. Our approach balances creativity with practical considerations for optimal living solutions.
Sustainable Design
Sustainable design integrates environmentally conscious materials and energy-efficient systems into residential projects without compromising aesthetic quality. We prioritize passive solar design, natural ventilation, and locally sourced materials to minimize environmental impact while creating healthy living environments for homeowners.
3D Rendering
3D rendering services provide photorealistic visualizations of proposed designs, allowing clients to experience spaces before construction begins. Our digital modeling tools enable real-time adjustments and virtual walkthroughs, ensuring design accuracy and client satisfaction through enhanced visualization capabilities.
Disaster Recovery Planning
Disaster recovery planning specializes in post-wildfire reconstruction, guiding homeowners through insurance claims, permit acquisition, and rebuilding processes. We maintain expertise in navigating complex regulatory requirements while helping clients transform loss into opportunity through thoughtful, resilient home design solutions.
People
Kevin Farrell
Co-Founder, Architect
Co-founder with 35+ years of architectural experience, Kevin graduated from Cal Poly with a BArch in 1983. He leads design reviews and client consultations, bringing technical expertise and creative vision to every project while maintaining active involvement in community development initiatives.
Shaun Faber
Co-Founder
Shaun co-founded the firm in 1989 and served as the creative force behind many award-winning designs before his passing in 2017. His innovative approach established the firm's reputation for distinctive residential architecture that balances artistic vision with functional requirements.
Jeff Farrell
Client Operations and Business Planning
Jeff manages client relations and business development, bringing hospitality industry experience to enhance client service. He coordinates project timelines and facilitates communication between design teams and homeowners to ensure smooth project execution.
Brian Pruitt
Project Manager and Senior Draftsperson
With 25+ years in residential architecture, Brian oversees technical documentation and construction coordination. His engineering background ensures precise translation of design concepts into detailed construction drawings that maintain both aesthetic and structural integrity.
Kim Farrell
Finance Manager
Kim directs financial operations with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring fiscal responsibility across all projects. Her organizational skills support the firm's long-term stability while maintaining transparent financial communication with clients and partners.
Questions
What architectural styles do you specialize in?
We work with all residential styles from traditional craftsman to modern farmhouse, focusing on timeless designs that maintain beauty across generations.
Can you help with post-fire rebuilding?
Yes, we have extensive experience guiding clients through post-wildfire reconstruction, having helped over 200 homeowners navigate permitting and rebuilding processes since 2017.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We integrate energy-efficient systems, sustainable materials, and site-sensitive designs to create environmentally responsible homes without compromising aesthetic quality.
What technology do you use for design visualization?
We employ 3D rendering and virtual reality tools to help clients visualize spaces before construction begins, ensuring alignment with their vision.
How does your design process work?
Our process begins with understanding client needs through detailed consultations, followed by conceptual design, revisions, and detailed construction documentation with ongoing client collaboration.
