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January 31, 2023
Transport Your Modern Ranch House Into the 21st Century
Open, light-filled spaces suited for entertaining Ranch houses are beloved for their open, airy floor plans that cater to entertaining as easily as everyday family living. Typically single-story structures with linear, L or U-shaped layouts, ranch homes feature large windows that convey abundant light. Interiors flow effortlessly, and there is…
December 9, 2022
What to Consider When Hiring an SF Bay Area Residential Architect
You are ready to make your home in the San Francisco Bay Area of Northern California, whether by building a new custom home or undertaking a home remodel. Because you are here, that means you already recognized the value that hiring an architect can bring to your project. Whether you…
November 16, 2022
What Makes a Modern Craftsman House?
Beloved for their cozy, homey feel and thoughtful yet refreshingly simple detailing, Craftsman homes are common throughout most regions of country, from California to the Midwest. This distinctly American house style emerged from the mid-19th century Arts and Crafts movement as a reaction excesses of the Industrial Revolution and a…
November 14, 2022
Details, Dormers and Decorative Woodwork: Understanding the Complexity of Victorian Homes
These above restored 1890 Victorian homes were both designed initially by Joseph Leonard. Saikley Architects reconstructed details from clues on the old building and researched the original architect’s work. Leonard was a well-known architect who was instrumental in forming cityscapes in the East Bay and San Francisco in the late…
May 30, 2022
11 Things We Love About Mediterranean Architecture
Mediterranean architecture enjoys enduring popularity for so many reasons. It’s easy to find Mediterranean influences in many regional styles of architecture. From the Spanish Colonial Revival of the 1920’s, to the popular Mission Revival style, and modern Mediterranean style homes with Italian Renaissance details, people are passionate about their homes…
March 22, 2021
Saikley Architects Chosen Best of Home Builder Digest
Home Builder Digest has voted us one of the best San Francisco Bay architectural firms in both Alameda and Union City, CA. Thanks, we appreciate it! From their articles: Emphasizing the values of collaboration and synergy, Saikley Architects has provided holistic architectural solutions all over the Bay Area. The firm…
January 27, 2021
Saikley Architects Chosen for Best of Houzz 2021
The Houzz community has spoken and the results are in! We’re excited to let you know that Saikley Architects been voted as a winner of the Best of Houzz 2021 award in design. Our profile includes some of the most popular photos on Houzz in 2020 and has earned us…
Houzz Article: How to Whip Your Baking Center Into Shape We were one of 7 architects and/or builders featured in this article. Thanks Houzz! Organize Your Supplies, Organize Your Kitchen From Saikley Architects Project: Cottage Kitchen in Berkeley After you’ve pared down your ingredients and supplies, you can organize your…
September 23, 2020
Saikley Architects Featured on Houzz: 7 Ways to Declutter Your Home
Houzz Article: 7 Ways to Declutter Your Home as You Welcome Fall We were one of 7 architects and/or builders featured in this article. Thanks Houzz! Creating A Permanent Place for Things - Artist's Victorian Designer: Alexandra Sheets Saikley of Saikley Architects Location: Alameda, California Project Details: This beautiful 1881 Alameda Victorian cottage,…
Houzz Article: 5 Bathrooms With a Curbless or Low-Curb Shower If you are choosing between a curb vs curbless shower these 5 designs might help. We were one of 5 architects and/or builders featured in this article. Thanks Houzz! From the article: Curbless With Natural River Rocks Designer: Alexandra Sheets…
Remodel ideas in the Houzz Ideabook: Sun City: 8 options for sun protection on balconies We were one of several architects and/or builders featured in this Ideabook about balcony sun shades. Thanks Houzz! Improve your living space by incorporating clever balcony designs. Several balcony sun shade design ideas are highlighted…
March 28, 2020
Saikley Architects Featured on Houzz: Waste & Recycling
Houzz Ideabook: How to Get Your Pullout Waste and Recycling Cabinets Just Right. Personalize your kitchen waste storage with the right bin configuration and pullout system We were one of several architects and/or builders featured in this Ideabook. Thanks Houzz! From the article: "Waste pullouts are a secret weapon of the…
May 4, 2019
Digging out: ADU under classic Victorian
Alameda Architecture: Spring is here and construction is under way on this renovation to this beautiful Victorian home, originally designed by developer and architect Joseph Leonard in the Leonardville neighborhood of Alameda. Our clients, a family with six children, grew up in this house. As such, they have close ties…