Updated: Dec 18, 2025
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315 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA, 94108
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Mark English Architects
Mark English Architects is located in Downtown San Francisco, on the 5th floor of the Gallatin Building by architect Clinton Day, 1909. Day was also the architect for the City of Paris Building, as well as Gumps. The building is perfect for our practice; full of natural light, logical and beautifully sculpted for its use.
Our practice is built on providing design that is sustainable because it is sensible and flexible, built to last. We have been providing beautifully tailored homes, work and entertainment spaces since 1992.
Mark English, AIA, is principal. A Bay Area native, he offers a designer’s sense of artistry supported by practical knowledge gained from years of direct hands-on building experience. Mark earned a bachelor of architecture degree at California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, and a master of architecture degree at the Syracuse University campus in Florence, Italy.
The firm has designed numerous residential and entertainment spaces throughout California, Texas and Mexico. The firm has a special interest in building in the urban context, with half of its work in San Francisco.
Mark English is the editor of a respected online magazine, The Architects’ Take featuring original interviews and commentary.
From BuildZoom: Mark English Architects, 315 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA (Owned by: English Mark David) holds a Architect license and 2 other licenses according to the California license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 111 ranks in the top 4% of 336,931 California licensed contractors.
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Phone Number: (415) 505-0443
Address: 315 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Quality
111
96th percentile
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Mark English Architects has a BuildZoom score of 111, which places them above 96% of 336,931 contractors in California.
Activity
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4 projects
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2025 |
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5 projects
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2024 |
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7 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Mark English Architects has worked on at least
16.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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6 projects
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Home Additions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Mark English Architects mostly works on
home addition
projects.
Pricing
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4 projects
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< $5k |
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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1 project
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$50k-$100k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
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3 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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2 projects
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$500k-$1mil |
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1 project
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $200,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Mark English Architects
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Remodel & addition to (e) 4 105.6 sqft 3-story single family residence w/attached 1-car garage convert(e) non-habitable space @ 1/f to 801.1 sqft conditioned space for adu new roof deck w/retractable skylight remodel of decks @ 2/f & 3/f & interior remodel throughout also part of scope of work
Valuation:
$760,000
Permit #:
202409050095
Status:
withdrawn
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Remodel & ddition to an (e) 4, 105.6 sq ft three story single family dwelling w attached 1 car garage.converting existing non-habitable space @ 1st fl to 801.1 sq ft conditioned space for accessory dwelling unit.(n) roof deck w retractable skylight, remodel of decks @ 2nd & 3rd fls
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
202407226975
Status:
canceled
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
To erect 3 stories 1 basement type v-b single family dwelling
Valuation:
$1,500,000
Permit #:
202503132195
Status:
triage
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Interior remodel of (e) 3602.4 sq ft - 4 story building with (e) garage kitchen rmeodel at 1st fl (n) washer/dryer. 2nd fl work includes master bathroom and bathroom 1 remodels and demolish of (e) ladder to attic. construction of (n) stairs from 2nd fl to attick and (n) skylight
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
202105200757
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Interior remodel: (e) garage project includes new foundation rear of building new laundry 2 new bedrooms and bathrooms new family room. 2/f work includes new master suite and remodel bedroom new stair included in scope. no change to (e) building height or (e) building envelope
Valuation:
$200,000
Permit #:
202103035758
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Grading
Valuation:
$1,500,000
Permit #:
202503132191
Status:
triage
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
-
To comply with nov 202288095. infill where window(s) were removed. new wood entry stair and wood trail to match original. removal of wood siding to install sheathing and waterproofing. reinstallation of wood siding. replacement of (e) windows with new to match (e). repair (e) concrete pillar
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
202402266587
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Ref pa# 202202037266 upgrade of existing grade level exit pasage way to a (n) 2-hr rated exit through existing 3-unit residential building to e rear yard area. work includes blocking e window & door openings along e passageway n fire sprinkler system for n exit passageway under separate permit
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
202302232482
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Unit 100:revision to pa #201904299225: bedroom 1- remove pair of door to 1 interior casement window. bedroom 2-remve pair of door to interior fixed window. bedroom 4-remove pair door- 2 interior window bathroom 1 grab bar 2/w bench relocate powder room at bedroom 4 laundry room size room increased
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
202410082497
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Addition of (n) 3rd floor w (n) roof deck to an (e)single family home. (n) third floor includes (n) north elevation windows (n) south elevation windows (n) west elevation windows (n) deck (n) staircase from (e) main level to the (n) 3rd level and (n) staircase from (n) 3rd floor to (n) roof top deck
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
202106243117
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Remodel at first and second floor of (e) house. first floor remodel includes (n) floor slab with (n) kitchen (n) dining and living area (n) pantry (n) pwdr room and (n) vestibule entry. (n) main stair to remodeled second floor w 2 bedrooms master suite laundry room and office area
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
202010025753
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Vertical & horizontal addition. 505 sq ft 4th floor addition to an (e) two family dwellingwork includes 147.4 sq ft addition to (e) third floor new windows and doors (n) decks (n) staircase from the (e) third floor to the (n) fourth level
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
202108307422
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Unit 1405 - interior remodel to include removing and/or replacing existing interior partitions; upgrading flooring fixtures & finishes throughout; upgrading electrical & plumbing fixtures. note: no exterior or existing common area facilities work included in scope of work
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
202212158426
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Remodel e 5316 sf 4 story 3 unit residential w 2 car garage. new exterior windows 2nd and 3rd floor. 3rd fl new kitchen area new elec/lighting.new powder room new bathroom. 4th fl: new master bedroom and master bathroom. new powder room
Valuation:
$175,000
Permit #:
202007230748
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Vertical addition with front & rear roof deck. horizontal 2 story bump out into rear yard. conditioning of 1st floor storage area. addition 2 bedrooms 3 baths upgrading elect plumbing mechanical addition one parking space via car lift adding of exterior staircase
Valuation:
$510,000
Permit #:
201602038729
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Revision to 202008262715 clouded at delta 4 arch delta 2 structural. new lightwell with 2 new dual glazed windows layout changes to new master bathroom new bathroom 1 and new bathroom 2
Valuation:
$1,000
Permit #:
202109309567
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Construct (n) 334 sq ft. roof deck at 4th floor of (e) 5, 316 sq ft 3-unit building. roof deck to serve unit 3349. no (n) area added to (e) dwelling. (n) interiors work under pa 202007230748
Valuation:
$52,000
Permit #:
202012311987
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Renovation of an exist residential loft space. scope of work includes demolish of exist int. walls construct new rooms within exist building envelope including new plumbing elect and mechanical work. reference to approved permits 200705010136s and 201606039116. no new extension work or change in square footage
Valuation:
$745,654
Permit #:
201904299225
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Revision to pa#202105200757: to allow for the removal of the requirement to addition fire-sprinklers to the new parts of the 3rd story added by hand note during review of 202105200757
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
202204132095
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Partial interior remodel an (e) 3 story single family residence w/attaached 2 car garage. project scope includes remodel of (e) m bathroom @ 3rd fl w/(n) interior wall layout fixtures & finishes and 2(n) windows to replace (e) window & exterior door. remodel of (e) baths 1 & 2 powder rooms 1 & 2
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
201907014785
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
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Verified License
| License # | C18594 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | Architect |
| Business Type | Sole Proprietorship |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of July 2025.
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Verified License
| License # | 58561 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Arizona |
| Type | Architect |
| Business Type | Sole Proprietorship |
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| License # | C 18594 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | Architect |
| Business Type | Sole Proprietorship |
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111
BuildZoom Score
86
Permits
- Building permit records show that Mark English Architects has worked on 86 permitted projects.
Mark English Architects Employees
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English Mark David
Owner
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Mark D. English