Client Testimonials
"Doug Coe, architect of Berkeley, designed a recent kitchen remodel for us. He developed several schemes to look at, was easy to work with, completed tasks in a timely manner, and recommended a good contractor. He also does additions, bathrooms, and major remodels. If you need an architect we highly recommend him."
Drew G., Berkeley, CA
"Doug came up with a clever solution for what seemed an unworkable space. He listened well to all my concerns, was flexible in his approach, and was a pleasure to work with."
Valerie D., El Cerrito, CA
"Working with Doug Coe gave me a vision for what to do with my kitchen."
Pat H., Oakland, CA
"Doug was very innovative in coming up with solutions that were within our budget. He was extremely patient and listened well to what our needs were."
Brent and Denise B., Walnut Creek, CA
"Without Doug Coe I would not have my new garage. I thought a simple garage would be easy to negotiate with the City of Berkeley's permit office. Not so. Doug was not daunted by the arcane language and rules of the permit office, and took over dealing with and understanding the vast number of details needed to get my garage constructed. Doug is honest and straightforward, and explained what I needed to understand and took care of any strange and inexplicable demands of the permit office."
R. S., Berkeley, CA
"Working with Doug Coe was a great experience. We wanted to add an in-law apartment and small family room, and remodel the kitchen, opening it up to the new family room. Doug listened well to what we wanted and what was important to us and asked good questions. He showed us several options for how the rooms could be arranged, and had good ideas throughout the design.
It was comforting the way Doug did thorough research of the parking and planning issues with the city and explained what it all meant for our project. Everything went smoothly with the planning and building department approvals.
The kitchen feels much bigger now, and it's really nice to have it open to the new family room. A lot of action goes on in this part of our house, and Doug's design makes it very usable as well as enjoyable.
My mother-in-law moved into the finished in-law unit and is very happy with her new home. She likes the walk-in closet, having her own bathroom, and the privacy she gets in her sitting area, away from the main house.
All in all Doug was a pleasure to work with and we love our 'new' home."
Chiron A., San Leandro, CA