The 10 Best Los Gatos, CA Architects

Since 1988, I've helped people realize their dreams of building or remodeling their homes. I bring my knowledge, passion, and creativity to help you create a functional architectural design that reflects your taste and will enhance your lifestyle. My architect portfolio ranges from simple remodels to magnificent estates. My reputation and success is invested in every project, regardless of its... (more)

Notable project: (Residential - new. 16428 Englewood Ave, Los Gatos, CA, 95032). New single family residence 2926 sq ft 1st floor 1591 sq ft 2nd floor 194 sq ft covered porch 374 sq ft loggia 207 sq ft covered balcony 265 sq ft breezeway 811 sq ft garage total habitalbe 4517 sq ft (demo existing house 1656 sq ft & garage 250 sq ft)

J. Kretschmer, Architect is dedicated to realizing the visions and goals of our clients in their built environment through our process of communication, design excellence and experience. We specialize in custom homes, residential additions, commercial tenant improvements, and restaurants while providing architectural design, interior design, custom commissioned artworks, landscape design,... (more)

Notable project: (1 & 2 family detached dwellings. 210 S 15th St, San Jose, CA, 95112). Addition 2nd story 931 sf and remodel first floor 1152 sf (139 sf net added); addition basement (uninhabitable) w/calcs to a one story sfr; major kitchen remodel major bathroom remodel; alter interior layout and 446 sqft detached garage revision 04/19/2011: deleted 1st floor addition of 260 sf and deleted... (more)

Notable project: (Project. 1975 Cordilleras Rd, Redwood City, CA, 94062). Single family dwelling parking exception bayside design review permit design review for a new 1, 626 sq/ft single family residence (replacing a smaller house destroyed in fire) & off-street parking exception to allow 1 off-site uncovered space where 2 on-site covered spaces are required

Notable project: (Building permit. 86 N 2nd St, Campbell, CA, 95008). Complete work on expired permit (bld2004-00528): new detached garage 480 sf and relocate (e) dwelling to new lot; construct (n) foundation and driveway;

Notable project: (Residential - alteration. 25 Glen Ridge Ave, Los Gatos, CA, 95030). Remodel (e) three bedrooms on 2nd floor; remove & relocate (e) bathroom 2 on 2nd floor; convert demoed bathroom 2 area to new closet & laundry room 565 sf; replace windows in breakfast/dining area family room laundry/utility room (1st floor) and all windows in bedrooms 2 3 & 4 (2nd floor); replace siding where... (more)

Notable project: (Residential - alteration. 103 Shire Ct, Los Gatos, CA, 95032). Interior/exterior remodel within existing house footprint 2 546 sf

Notable project: (Commercial/industrial. 1964 Oakland Rd, San Jose, CA, 95131). Building area: 6, 388 & 2nd floor storage mezzanine 672 sqft. addition: 1, 121 sqft tenant improvement area of work: 500 sqft 1. restriping for accessible parking and path of travel. addition fuel pad with gas & diesel dispensers trash enclosure with plumbing. new site lighting including new poles. 2. enclose (e)... (more)

Notable project: (1 & 2 family detached dwellings. 6133 Corte Del Conejo, San Jose, CA, 95120). Scope of work to include: 1st & 2nd floor addition 1st floor 1.) addition to 1st floor living room and entry at front of residence 2.) addition to extend sunroom at rear of residence 158 sq. ft total 3.) remodel and raise drop floor to match adjacent ( 244 sq. ft) 4.) remodel kitchen (130 sq. ft) 5.)... (more)

Notable project: (1 & 2 family detached dwellings. 183 Sonoma St, San Jose, CA, 95110). Addition 940 sf (first and second floors)to sfr; new detached garage 252 sf; 1) new attached porte cochere; 2) addition full bathroom and closet to lower level 3) relocate bathroom and make powder room 4) new rear landing and stairs to basement; 5) second floor plan to have 2 b edrooms 2 bathrooms; gas... (more)

Notable project: (Commercial/industrial. 300 E Tasman Dr, San Jose, CA, 95134). Approx 1, 700 sf interior office tenant improvement building new partial walls new suspended ceiling cabinetry and finishes. including associated electrical and mechanical work per approved stamped plans. no calcs