T. PRESTINO, SAN FRANCISCO
We worked with SF Design Build on a home renovation project and are so happy with the results! They handled the entire project from start to finish, and led us through the design and construction phases. When unexpected challenges came up, they walked us through our options and worked with us to find the right path forward. The end result is beautiful and we were so appreciative of their craftsmanship and attention to detail. Everyone we worked with across the team was professional and responsive, and we would highly recommend SF Design Build to others.
J. KUWAMOTO, SAN FRANCISCO
We hired SF Design Build to enlarge & remodel our master bath and to completely remodel our basement level floor in order to add a bathroom and create a large multi-use office/family room/guest room. We had a large storage/basement room that was only partially finished. SF Design Build completely gutted this floor to create a new beautifully finished space with separate storage room. The new room includes a full bath and built in cabinetry that can be used as a desk. The upstairs master bath remodel included moving bedroom wall to create a larger bathroom. We were extremely pleased with result and would highly recommend SF Design Build. Due to busy family/work schedules we hired this firm to manage the entire planning, permitting and construction process. SF Design Build managed the whole process efficiently and hired very professional contractors with high standards of work. We lived in the house during most of the construction and everyone we interacted with was a pleasure to work with. They came up with creative solutions to get more space and were able to react quickly to additional suggestions or requests we had. It was invaluable to have such a professional, responsive crew helping create the space we dreamed of. Would love to work with SF Design Build again on a future project - highly recommend!
D. BEHNKE, SAN FRANCISCO
We are the owners of the "Inner Sunset" remodel and couldn't be happier with our results. There is no denying it, but remodeling a home is stressful. SF Design Build made the process about as painless as possible. Honesty and integrity are how I would describe working with Rudy, which I think are some of the most important traits during an extensive remodel project. Rudy was beyond patient and always seemed to have our interests in mind. Even years after the project, he has been more than happy to help with odds and ends that have come up. The craftsmanship of the rest of the team was excellent. We did an extensive facade restoration of our Victorian and Louis did an incredible job. On the design end, Jessica was a pleasure to work with. She not only did a great job with our plans, but was a constant resource for a litany of small design decisions. We did most of the interior finish selection ourselves, but she was always willing to offer her candid thoughts which was a blessing.
J. LASSER, SAN FRANCISCO
Rudy and his team were a pleasure to work with. We did a full kitchen and bathroom remodel for us and we were very happy with the process and outcome. They kept to the timeline we discussed and were very clear on budget and scope. Rudy was very involved with the project and helped us trouble-shoot where needed. We love our new kitchen!
J. QUASNEY, SAN FRANCISCO
We can't express how grateful we are to the entire team at SF Design Build. Hiring them to help us with both the design and renovation of our home has truly been the best decision we have made! Rudy, JC and Jessica were professional, knowledgable, understanding and easy to correspond with on a day-to-day basis. They made themselves readily available for our every need and were quick (and resourceful at times) to troubleshoot when needed. We were completely blown away when we saw the final touches of our kitchen and basement remodel - every detail was well planned out and made a noticeable difference in making the remodel still blend nicely with our home's historic charm. After everything was said and done we came in right on budget and very close to the original schedule date of completion, something that is very hard to get right the first time! My husband and I would happily work with them again and have referred several of our neighbors and friends!
C. WONG, SAN FRANCISCO
As first-time home renovators with a baby on the way, my husband and I were looking for a trustworthy team that could work on our project within a certain timeframe. We’re so glad we ended up working with SFDB who went above and beyond our expectations. Our project entailed adding a new full bathroom & walk-in closet for the master bedroom, and rebuilding the kitchen which now opens up to the living room. From our first meetings with Jessica and Rudy we felt at ease, and having them navigate the process from design to construction phase and intricacies in between was very helpful (permitting, recommending sources for fixtures and materials, working with subcontractors, etc). We learned so much along the way and are happy with how things turned out. Design phase: Jessica was attentive to our requests and extremely organized in communication. We were always excited to see her creative options that maximized our space (important to us), and she provided insightful pros/cons for each design yet stayed flexible if we asked to adjust something. She proactively came up with different solutions, thoroughly answered our newbie questions during the decision-making process, and shed light on details we never would have thought of on our own. Construction phase: Rudy’s team was courteous about our belongings and left things tidy at the end of the workday which we really appreciated since we lived onsite through the project. A few instances really stood out when they took extra measures to make sure we were comfortable – for example, one Friday evening when we couldn’t get our washer & dryer to work properly after electrical wiring switches Rudy stopped by after work hours to make a quick fix so we were set for the weekend. They were friendly and adaptable if something changed from original plans, and also managed to fit in additional projects like creating an indoor laundry room (big bonus now that baby is here) without too much impact to the schedule. It was a pleasure working with SFDB and we hope to work together again on future projects!
J. MAK, SAN FRANCISCO
Rudy, Jessica, and their team are great! We have done many renovations from small to large, and they are the best team we have worked with. On the design side, I had a lot of ideas coming into the process, and Jessica was able to incorporate and respond to my ideas, while adding her expertise and creativity. It was a perfect balance. On the construction side, Rudy is very knowledgeable and responsive. He always stays positive and really stands by his word and his work. Overall, their team had a wonderful vibe - they were always hard-working, reliable, friendly, and respectful of the space. They seemed to get along well and work well together, so everyone always seemed happy to be here, even though it is such hard work. We had difficulty with one of the sub-contractors (floor), and Rudy was able to help us resolve it with no extra drama. There were some more significant surprises and additions along the way that did add to cost, but I never felt like we were nickel-and-dimed for every little change the way I have been by other contractors. Rudy stood by his estimates. When we sprang a pipe leak a few months later, Rudy rushed over to help repair it, and even though it was not in a pipe that they worked on, he ended up not charging us, as he said they had worked on that wall and may have loosened the joint. That is above and beyond!
A. PUNZALAN, SAN FRANCISCO
We couldn't have been happier working with SF Design Build. We hired them for a fairly large job - transforming our unfinished garage/ground floor in Bernal Heights into a master suite including a bedroom, bath, large walk-in closet, laundry room, office area, and garage storage. Going into the project, we knew that we wanted to hire a design/build firm to avoid the back and forth we know can come from hiring separate designers and builders. When we found SF Design Build, we knew that we had made the right choice. Rudy and Jessica are such a great team - seamless communication, no-drama, very accessible, professional, and wonderful design and craftsmanship. As a designer, Jessica came up with very creative solutions to maximize our space, and is a total design pro - she anticipated design challenges before they arose. Rudy led a construction team who were friendly, dependable, and talented - important qualities when they are at your house everyday for months. I would hire SF Design Build again in a heartbeat.
S. WALTON, SAN FRANCISCO
We couldn't have been happier with a contractor. Everything was done to the highest standard. They were efficient, clean, professional and artistic. They went out of their way to accommodate us as we continued to occupy the space during the project. They had good ideas about how to create even more space in the kitchen and they regularly communicated their thoughts. We would work with them again.
M. ROBINSON, SAN FRANCISCO
SFDB: I have utilized the company for 3 projects including: apartment gut renovate of studio with living, dining, bathroom, kitchen; gut renovate of large 2 BR apartment with living, bathroom and kitchen on two projects. SF Design Build provides the best of both worlds- design and construction. The design process with Jessica is nothing short of amazing. She has incredible depth and breath and also is a very intuitive listener. On the construction side, Rudy and team are always searching for the BEST solution on the construction side including bringing intelligence and experience from prior projects for the benefits of the current client.
A. MUIR, SAN FRANCISCO
The remodel and addition of our house was the biggest project of our lives (next to raising children!), so it was critical that we hired the right team to get us through a complicated process. We are so pleased that we went with SF Design Build. First of all, they specialize in S.F. and regularly deal with the crazy intricacies of getting things through the planning department and all of the code and inspection issues that a firm who is from out of town simply won't get. They know all of the guys and can get your project through a very byzantine process. Second, these guys show up and work. We've had contractors in the past who wouldn't really communicate. Rudy and his crew were there everyday, often six days a week making sure we were on schedule. They left the site clean and tidy at night, were respectful of us and our needs, (especially as we were living in our house during construction), and often did very helpful things like remembering to take out the garbage cans for me on trash night. There were five other remodel jobs on our block going on at the same time and you could really see that there was a quality difference. I've seen injuries at the other sites, contractors who make neighbors angry by parking in front of their driveways, or leaving dumpsters out on the street for up to a year. All of my neighbors have constantly remarked at how friendly and respectful our crew has been, which has made it so much easier on us. Lastly, we're so happy with the work. The quality and attention to detail has been fabulous and Rudy has personally addressed even the smallest of issues that we've had. I recommend the whole SF Design Build Team without reservation.
A. WILLIAMS, SAN FRANCISCO
Jessica and Rudy are talented, hardworking and likable people. During the planning phase Jessica listened well and offered many thoughtful options for our renovated kitchen, kids rooms, laundry, office, and entryway. They took time to meet with us as needed and incorporate our feedback to Jessica’s designs. Neither Jessica nor Rudy seemed frustrated or overwhelmed as we expanded the scope or changed our minds about layout. They have remained engaged, professional, and focused on our project, budget, and timeline. SFDB communicates well and is especially great via email. Rudy gets back to you once he has an answer or a solution. He juggles multiple job sites but our needs were always met, and he gives you his complete attention until all of your concerns are addressed. This is a great feeling to have from your contractor. The men on Rudy’s team are talented and courteous. Everyone was professional, punctual and accommodating. Friendly to the kids. Our new neighbors even commented on their kind and considerate demeanor. This is a group that seems to know and enjoy each other after years of working together, communicates well and gets along. This vibe gave us a lot of confidence about the integrity of the work site. We would not hesitate to recommend SFDB to anyone. Jessica is an imaginative, collaborative architect. She produces multiple drawings to choose from, and never gets “married” to any of them. Rudy and his team are extremely talented, personable, and flexible. I don’t think there is any problem they can’t tackle, and they were willing and able to incorporate new ideas well into the construction process. We would choose SFDB again in a heartbeat.
A. FITCH, SAN FRANCISCO
Jessica, Rudy and the rest of the SF Design Build team transformed our 1920s condo into a beautiful, open-space concept home that we relish each day. This was no easy project, involving the rearrangement of many walls, remodeling the whole kitchen, installing new windows, new lighting, new cabinets, adding a half bath, and creating an in-unit laundry room. Jessica was incredible during the design phase -- she listened to our desires/goals and guided us through a range of options to achieve them (many of which were creative solutions we never would have thought of and other designers we talked to never suggested). They helped pick our materials, handled all of the permits with the city for us, and helped us think through trade-offs and alternatives as needed. Jessica was extremely patient helping create multiple budgets, and explaining ways we could cut costs while still achieving our underlying vision. Rudy and his construction team were easy to work with and they made the construction phase as smooth as possible with a strong attention to detail and great communication. Our neighbors got to know them, and they did a great job keeping positive relationships in the building. Changes were quickly implemented and roadblocks were well navigated. Rudy and Jessica work extremely well together and when we had a roadblock with our HOA they coordinated all the right people on a call to help explain and show how everything was to code and within our HOA guidelines. They are the team you want. We would work with SFDB again in heart beat!
S. WILLIAMS, SAN FRANCISCO
This is our second major project with SF Design Build. The level of quality is so high. The entire team is clean, efficient, and working at the highest levels of professionalism. If we ever have another major project, we know who we will use!