• News
  • Work
  • Studio
Bildsten Architecture and Planning

Santa Barbara Architects

  • News
  • Work
  • Studio
Residential Rendering.jpeg
Residential.jpeg
411ECarrillo_01.jpg
IVM_1.jpg
IVM_2.jpg
Largay-Rosing Mountain Drive Cabana (6).jpg

RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECT

We enjoy working with all aspects of residential architecture, from small renovations that have an enormous impact on those living in the house, to large residential remodels and new homes that perhaps are the realization of a lifetime's dream. We start the process by taking the time to listen and understand the concerns and aspirations for the project. We provide support for a full range of architectural services, including planning, design development, interior design, construction documents, bidding, project management and construction administration services on projects of all types and sizes.

Architectural Process

At the start of a project, it is important to meet at the project site and review your ideas and requirements. We prepare initial design solutions, typically in the form of sketches.  These initial proposals often also incorporate feasibility information and preliminary site studies.

As the project progresses, we work with you, developing plan options, elevations, details, specifications, budgets and schedules, providing progress reports, and arranging meetings to answer questions as they arise throughout the design and construction phases.

Design Team Coordination

Depending on the complexity of the project, it may be necessary to consult with outside experts such as structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing engineers, lighting designers, kitchen consultants, and energy code specialists, who prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and recommendations. In collaboration with the consultants, we coordinate the design with all building, fire, health and safety codes and work with the building department to obtain a building permit. The approved drawings and specifications form the basis for obtaining estimates from contractors.

Project Management

During the construction phase, we provide clarification and support and monitor progress to ensure that the project is completed per the drawings.

Sustainability

Environmental and efficiency considerations are an integral aspect of how we develop our projects.

Interior

While residential architecture sets the essential decisions about orientation, space and light, interior design plays a huge role in the human experience of the space. Space planning considers efficiency and movement, while interior design provides the color, texture, material, comfort and feel that interface with space planning to enhance pathways of movement and light and to elicit an emotional reaction to the qualities of the space.  

 

OUR SERVICES

Keywords:
architectural design | building permits | project evaluation | site planning | feasibility study | consultant coordination

Our
Projects
In the
News
Download
Resource
Are you thinking about a project? *
What services are you interested in? *
Select all that apply
Name *
Name
(555) 555-5555
Want to know what you can do on your property? Zoning Questions?
Want to know what you can do on your property? Zoning Questions?
Fill in your property address for a quick review!
Write them here OR feel free to join us on most Fridays around 5:30pm at Telegraph Brewing (418 N Salsipuedes St) for beer and good conversation!

Thank you for your interest in our firm.

We are currently reviewing the information you sent, and will contact you for the best time to follow up.

Our Services
 
LET'S TALK
Are you thinking about a project? *
What services are you interested in? *
Select all that apply
Name *
Name
(555) 555-5555
Write them here OR feel free to join us on most Fridays around 5:30pm at Telegraph Brewing (418 N Salsipuedes St) for beer and good conversation!

Thank you for your interest in our firm.

We are currently reviewing the information you sent, and will contact you for the best time to follow up.

 

SANTA BARBARA ARCHITECTS
Bildsten Architecture and Planning | 30 West Figueroa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | 805-845-2646