"Klopf Architecture is sought to understand each customer's needs, then designed custom solutions for each unique situation. They design their modern style homes and can also expect to benefit from their design approach. Their expertise at combining the client's abstract ideas with their modern design knowledge to create unique and relevant solutions. Their clients can expect a custom design developed specifically for each project. They also have current projects in some new areas such as Belvedere, Concord, Bishop, Malibu, Oakland, Pebble Beach. Their commitment to diversity extends to you, their client. They encourage open, insightful, and honest discussions to gain a deep understanding of your values, culture, approach, and preferences. they are a 17-person team practicing in San Francisco’s Mission District.
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• Over 175 Modernist Architectural Projects
• Create Unique and Relevant Solutions.
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KLOPF ARCHITECTURE REVIEWS
We searched Houzz for local architects when remodeling our recently purchased custom mid-century modern house on the peninsula. After interviewing several firms we chose Klopf for our project and can’t be happier with the result. We ended up working directly with John and Fernanda on his team and they guided our vision in a tasteful way improved the overall flow of the house in several areas. Additionally, John and Fernanda incorporated many design elements that were true to the mid-century theme but with a modern aesthetic - as we like to say, they listened to not only what we wanted but what the house wants. John team have a proven process for communicating with the homeowners, being organized, following up on issues and concerns, as well as working with the contractor, specialized engineering firms, and even the city planning department. At the conclusion of this project we are extremely satisfied with Klopf Architecture and highly recommend them - especially if you you want your project to be completed in a thoughtful, tasteful, and in a manner that allows the final product to show off its character, or soul if you will.
In January 2020 we moved out to renovate our Eichler home. We had raised our family there and it was a hodgepodge of various styles, we needed to redo everything from moving walls, electrical, heating, new kitchen layout, accessible master bath, etc. The Klopf architect group met with us, heard our needs and came up with a beautiful plan that brought our modern home back to life with functionality. We met weekly at the house with the contractor and the architect. The house was mostly gutted and we had lots of decisions to make as things progressed. At every point we had the info we needed to make good decisions about everything that went into the house. We love how our home turned out and it has far exceeded our expectations. The Klopf group are all lovely people and are good to work with!
We hired John and Lucie to help us with an addition and overall remodel of our Eichler home. They really did an amazing job designing the addition to stay true to the concepts of the Eichler home. They were also very helpful in project management to keep the project on time when construction was at an all time high in demand. They worked tirelessly to find us a great contractor, and find engineers to sign off on the structural requirements when we were in a pinch to pass inspection. They truly were client centric in their approach and we really appreciated all their thoughtfulness. Thanks John and Lucie!
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Mark Brand Architecture is an award-winning architecture and interior design studio. Their goal is to exceed their client's expectations by maintaining an enjoyable, creative, and efficient relationship between the owner, contractor, and architect from the beginning of design through completion of construction. The firm specializes in quality new homes, and residential remodels and additions. They are experienced in dealing with Bay Area planning and building departments. Their work ranges from traditional to modern, with an emphasis on creativity and problem-solving. They are very experienced in dealing with Bay Area Planning and Building departments and have a proven record of working well with project neighbors, while keeping their clients’ goals and needs foremost.
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• Creative, Enjoyable, and Efficient Relationship
• Award-Winning Architecture.
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We hired Mark Brand Architecture to address several problems with our 1939 big-five home in San Francisco. We contemplated redesign of the lower floor, an update of the façade, and the entire re-envisioning of the terraced backyard, it’s connection to the house, and flow between the living spaces inside and out. Mark and his team were a joy to work with. His knowledge of and experience with San Francisco’s Building and Planning codes and the department made him a perfect partner for our project. He provided us with several novel solutions, and he walked us through each one -- carefully validating his designs with our desires and our budget. For the lower floor, he ‘found’ space we didn’t think we had. For the façade, he created a look that was fresh yet integrated beautifully with the neighborhood. The topography of the backyard was particularly challenging. It was a hassle to move from the main floor to the backyard, frustrating our joy of outdoor living. Mark’s solution resolved conflicting elevations between the building and the backyard elegantly, making egress to the backyard a pleasure. For this, he was instrumental in selecting and working with a structural engineer to figure out challenges of incorporating some very high retaining walls. We loved his solution. We would hire Mark again in a flash. He is a pleasure to know and a pleasure to work with.
It's been a (long) journey. Very glad that we picked Mark and his team as our partner for this complete overhaul of our primary residence, which lasted 1.5 years. Our goal was to turn our unique but outdated 70's colonial home nested in the woods of Pleasanton ridge into an elegant and modern living space. Mark and Tyler helped us to make our dream a reality with their extensive experience in design and attention to every details. Though the project was over time and budget - not something that Mark's team would have control of - the result turns out to be amazing. We imagine our family living in this beautiful new house for years to come. Thanks Mark!
Mark Brand Architecture was a great partner on the design of a whole-house renovation in San Francisco. They were creative and responsive. Their architecture and detailing is top notch. I love collaborating with them and our clients loved them, too. High marks for communication and coordination efforts.
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