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About
We help you invest in yourself by investing in your environment.
We've taken bleeding edge (AI, XR, blockchain, carbon negative materials) technologies and combined them with the timeless knowledge of capital A Architecture.
Our design process delivers custom, comfortable, compliant, convenient, creative, and cost-effective spatial solutions for you. We pride ourselves in designing spaces that bring joy and delight for generations to come.
A note to the wise: "Accept the lowest bid at your own peril."
Overview
Hired 11 times
Serves Mountain View, CA
Background checked
6 employees
8 years in business
Business hours
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2021
2020
Services offered
Project type description
Professional services needed
Project consultation
Design drawings
Construction documents (blueprints)
Construction administration
Property type
Residential
Commercial
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and value.
Very good 4.5
11 reviews
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Sal E.
May 20, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Stephen is a very talented and professional architect. I approached Stephen with a project that I needed done in a time crunch. He took on the project and we worked together step by step to get the details to Building Departments specs and he completed my plans in a timely manner. Stephen is very knowledgeable, respectful and easy going Architect and therefore I highly recommend Stephen for any big or small project.
Details: Design drawings • New construction • Residential • 500 - 1,000 sq ft
D!G - The AI Architect - Northern California's reply
Thank you so much Sal - Your trust and business is so greatly appreciated. Let us know how else we can help in the future!
Architectural Services
Kia K.
Jun 16, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Wow Stephen and DIG are amazing! They helped us take a nebulous idea and turn it into a tangible project with next steps. They are fast, efficient, friendly, and most importantly incredibly knowledgeable! We started out thinking we would just work with Stephen to glean some initial ideas about a major new construction project, but we have decided to turn the entire project (this will be a multi-year commitment) over to him because of his diligence and superior workmanship. We have worked with many architects in the SF Bay Area before and we can confidently say Stephen is one of the best. We are very excited to go through the process of dealing with state and local regulations, contractors, design and all the challenges that come with building a house because we know Stephen is in our corner. Cannot recommend him enough !
Details: Project consultation • Design drawings • Construction documents (blueprints) • Complete remodel • Residential • More than 3,000 sq ft
D!G - The AI Architect - Northern California's reply
Thanks Kia! Really enjoyed working with you on your development project in Los Gatos. Can't wait to help you with your next project!
Architectural Services
Ramon C.
Jun 20, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
It was awesome to work with Stephen, he fulfilled all my architectural design needs to finish my project . I was very satisfied with the outcome. I will be using his service for my future projects. Thanks again Stephen
Details: New construction • Residential • Less than 500 sq ft
D!G - The AI Architect - Northern California's reply
Hey Ramon, Thank you for the kind words. You've been patient, responsive, and kind. Any architect would be lucky to have you as a client. Thank you for trusting us and hope your family will enjoy the addition we designed together.
Architectural Services
William Z.
Sep 15, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Stephen is very proactive, very responsive and fast pace new generation of architect. We have been working with him in the past two weeks, and we are very impressive about his quality work. We are looking forward to working with Stephen on more projects.
Details: Design drawings • Project consultation • Remodel of a few rooms • Commercial • 2,500 - 3,000 sq ft
Architectural Services
Chris H.
May 26, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
After posting my project, I received quite a few responses from various services, but Stephen and D!G was an obvious and easy choice. From start to finish, Stephen's abilities and skills were exactly what was needed. He was quick to understand the scope and details of my project, respond to my questions, readily assimilate new information and change requests, and created an excellent product. Stephen is a rare find -- excellent communication, immense knowledge of his trade (and others), great value, and extremely personable. My wife and I are looking forward to working with him on future projects.
Details: Project consultation • Addition to existing structure • Residential • Less than 500 sq ft
D!G - The AI Architect - Northern California's reply
Thank you so much for the kind review Chris! Can't wait to design a killer master bedroom/patio/deck for you and your lovely family. We will always be here when you need us.
Architectural Services
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Stephen Sun
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I will always give a free 15 min consultation. Many times clients are just looking for some general advice on how to even go about a project. It's just the right thing to do to uncover as many unknowns early in the process.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I'd like to start with a 30 min-60 min project briefing to understand my client's scope, agenda, and objectives. If it makes sense to engage an architect, I'll propose a comprehensive timeline and budget. We try to be as transparent as possible to outline all the risks, misc. fees from the city, other consultants, etc... so the client understands as much as possible before committing further to a project.
From there I typically suggest a "feasibility study" which is an in depth analysis of the client's program/needs/wants/wishes and how possible it is from a legal compliance standpoint. This involves drawing up a site plan and maybe a few floor plans to show the city's planning department to get feedback. We also internally circulate to general contractors and our engineering team to identify key risks and potential cost savings.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I went to Carnegie Mellon and Sci-Arc for my undergraduate studies, and Harvard for grad school. My emphasis was on how architects can design with a more financial/investment/development mindset.
I then worked in real estate finance consulting which brings a whole new level of financial analysis to architectural projects that I can pretty much guarantee no other architect can provide. If you're dealing with an ADU or an investment property project, we should totally talk.
I'm licensed in California and Massachusetts with over 10+ years of experience.
California Architect License C-38556
Massachusetts Architect License 951833
