What We Offer
Services for
rural California
property owners.
From a first land-use question to full construction documents — we offer the complete range of architectural services that rural California properties need.
Custom Farmhouse Design
Homes that belong to the California landscape
We design single-family farmhouses from the ground up — site analysis, schematic design, construction documents, and contractor coordination. Every home is designed around your specific land, your lifestyle, and your budget. We don't use templates.
- ✓Full architectural drawings and specifications
- ✓Permit-ready construction documents
- ✓Material and contractor recommendations
- ✓Post-construction site visits
Typical Timeline
8–14 months (design through permit)
Design Fee Range
$12,000 – $35,000 design fee (varies by project size)
*All fees subject to project-specific agreement
Barn & Agricultural Structures
Functional buildings that work as hard as you do
Working barns, equipment storage, hay storage, livestock facilities, and multi-use agricultural buildings. We understand county agricultural exemptions and can help navigate what requires a permit and what does not.
- ✓Agricultural permit expertise (Marin, Sonoma, Napa counties)
- ✓Structural engineering coordination
- ✓Local contractor network
- ✓Weather and site-specific detailing
Typical Timeline
4–8 months
Design Fee Range
$5,500 – $18,000 design fee
*All fees subject to project-specific agreement
Eco-Friendly Cabin Planning
Off-grid retreats designed with minimal footprint
Small retreat cabins, writer studios, artist workshops, and weekend getaways. We specialize in structures that work with limited utilities — solar power, rainwater collection, composting systems — and still feel warm and livable.
- ✓Off-grid systems integration
- ✓Small footprint, high-quality materials
- ✓State and county environmental compliance
- ✓Flexible phasing plans
Typical Timeline
5–10 months
Design Fee Range
$7,000 – $22,000 design fee
*All fees subject to project-specific agreement
Land Use Consultation
Navigate zoning, easements, and rural property rules
Before you buy land or start a project, it's worth understanding what you can actually build. We offer land use consultations that cover zoning analysis, setback requirements, agricultural easements, septic suitability, and development potential.
- ✓County zoning analysis
- ✓Agricultural exemption review
- ✓Septic and water feasibility
- ✓Written summary report
Typical Timeline
2–4 weeks for initial report
Design Fee Range
$850 – $2,500 (flat fee)
*All fees subject to project-specific agreement
Sustainable Renovation Planning
Breathe new life into an existing structure
Existing farmhouses, barns, and cabins often have good bones but need thoughtful renovation. We assess what's worth keeping, what needs upgrading, and how to improve energy performance, spatial flow, and livability without losing the character.
- ✓Existing conditions assessment
- ✓Energy performance improvements
- ✓Historic and character-preserving approach
- ✓Phased renovation plans
Typical Timeline
4–10 months
Design Fee Range
$6,000 – $20,000 design fee
*All fees subject to project-specific agreement
Rural Property Architecture
Full-service design for countryside properties
For clients with multiple buildings on a rural property — a main house, a guest cottage, a barn, a studio — we offer integrated site planning that considers all structures together, shared infrastructure, and the visual relationship between buildings.
- ✓Master site plan
- ✓Phased construction planning
- ✓Infrastructure coordination
- ✓Cohesive aesthetic across all structures
Typical Timeline
10–18 months
Design Fee Range
$18,000 – $55,000+ depending on scope
*All fees subject to project-specific agreement
Permit & Site Planning Assistance
Get through the county process without the headache
California rural permits can be complicated. We handle permit applications, respond to county plan check comments, coordinate with civil engineers and surveyors, and attend pre-application meetings on your behalf.
- ✓County liaison and pre-application meetings
- ✓Plan check response preparation
- ✓Civil and structural coordination
- ✓Marin, Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino counties
Typical Timeline
1–6 months (depends on county and project type)
Design Fee Range
$1,500 – $6,000 (flat fee or hourly)
*All fees subject to project-specific agreement
Not sure which service you need?
Start with a quick call. We'll ask a few questions about your property and goals and point you in the right direction — no commitment required.