With pleasant weather and great equestrian facilities, Yorba Linda is a great city to enjoy the amenities California has to offer. Aside from being a city abundant with green spaces and miles of multi-purpose trails, Yorba Linda is famous for its mix of urban amenities and small-town charm reflected by the many restaurants, cultural attractions, and shopping areas. As a bustling city perfect for those looking for a quiet yet vibrant neighborhood to live in, Yorba Linda is also home to many eye-catching homes crafted by some of the best architects that service the city.
In this list are some of the most talented architects who have designed some of the most aesthetically pleasing homes displaying unique designs and functional living spaces for its inhabitants. With years of experience in designing homes, the architects in this list are highly capable of crafting homes in various styles and have been rewarded with referral clients who have witnessed their great work ethic and talents first hand.
Alpha Omega Architects
200 N. Harbor Blvd. Suite 202, Anaheim, CA 92805
After over 35 years in the industry, Alpha Omega Architects has specialized in all disciplines of architectural design. The firm is a full-service architectural firm in custom residential projects, multi-family projects, hospitality architecture, commercial design, church design, 3D design, and full design and support services. So far, these have been done mostly for clients around Los Angeles and Orange county, but Alpha Omega Architects also do projects internationally.
The firm is managed by Dr. Ashur Elkhoury who holds a Ph.D. in Architecture and the license to practice in all 50 states. The project featured is a custom house and ancillary structure of over 12,000 square-feet in Peralta Hills, Anaheim. Regardless of where the project or what type it is, the firm is known for providing cost-effective designs that reflect not only the client’s unique taste but also the team’s years of industry experience.
Daniel Dascanio Residential Architect
17460 Drake St., Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Daniel Dascanio Residential Architect is a 34-year-old architectural studio that has designed over 100 beautiful and well-functioning homes for clients around Orange county. During the years it has worked in the industry, the firm has been known for designing new homes from the foundation up and has served as its own lead designer and coordinator in the process.
Its years of experience has filled its portfolio with homes that carry various styles from the Tuscan, Mediterranean, Craftsman, French chateau styles, to the Santa Barbara, Italianate, Cape Cod, contemporary and modern styles. Currently, the firm and its projects are managed by award-winning California-licensed architect Daniel Dascanio.
Home Design Architects
2501 North Hartman Street, Orange, CA 92865
Architecture and interior design work on small to large custom homes is what makes up Home Design Architects’ 30-year-old portfolio. Over the years, the firm has gained experience in land planning, commercial architecture, industrial design, furniture design, and interior design. With this extensive skill set, the firm has received the American Institute of Architects (AIA)’s Design Award for Architectural and Interior Design and has worked for clients around Northern California, Southern California, and Hawaii.
Among its many commercial and residential projects, its most notable one is the San Juan Capistrano home—a project that started out as a remodel/addition before evolving into a full ground-up renovation. Nearly two-acres wide, the home has a large paved deck area where the family spends much of their time. A curving staircase topped with a large fiberglass dome that is illuminated around its perimeter by changing fiber optic lighting serves as the home’s focal point. Alongside homes like these, the firm is also capable of designing homes in all architectural styles from the Cape cod to the Mediterranean, Japanese-ranch, and modern styles.
Currently, the firm is managed by Don Lee, AIA. A licensed architect in California and Nevada, Lee has been a guest lecturer and critic for senior thesis projects at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly Pomona, and Cal State Long Beach. At the same time, he also taught commercial development classes at UC Irvine. Aside from being a lecturer, Lee currently serves as the design director for the Orange County chapter of the AIA where he established a program where practicing architects can participate as guest critics at some of the top architecture schools in the country.
Oldham Architects
2651 E. Chapman Ave. Suite 110, Fullerton, CA 92831
Oldham Architects is a full-service design firm that services the southern California area with high levels of design and services. It was established in 2009 by Ryan Oldham, who began his architecture career with a degree in Environmental Design from the University of Colorado. Over time, this degree has helped him design various commercial and residential projects. This includes religious facilities, corporate office and financial institutions, industrial facilities, parks and recreation facilities, and even bioscience laboratories.
Oldham also spent a few years working for a large development company overseeing the design and construction of large scale projects that total over $30 million. With this experience, he was able to guide the firm into crafting eye-catching designs that carry either the modern, contemporary or traditional styles.
Randall B. Coombs Architect
17341 Grovemont St., Santa Ana, CA 92705
Founded in 1992, Randall B. Coombs Architect is known for designing distinctive custom homes and remodels for clients in Los Angeles and Orange county. The firm has filled its portfolio with residential projects that carry styles like traditional and Mediterranean styles. Alongside custom homes and remodels, the firm is also known for its experience in additions and commercial tenant improvements.
Currently, the firm is managed by principal Randall Coombs who has 18 years of experience in residential architecture and is most known for working closely with his clients through all aspects of design and construction.
Thomas Drummond and Associates
846 South State College, Anaheim, CA 92806
Thomas Drummond and Associates has been in the architecture/planning industry for almost 50 years. During these years, it has engaged in the design and planning of residential, commercial, restaurants, and industrial projects. Some of these are international projects completed not just in New Mexico, California, Nevada, Oregon, and Utah, but also in Australia, Indonesia, Mexico, and Israel. Regardless of the project, the firm is known for always providing finished products that incorporate innovative design, attention to detail, and sound structural practices that show harmony and compatibility with the environment.
This firm is currently managed by Thomas Drummond Jr. who has over 35 years of experience in meeting client needs. Prior to Thomas Drummond and Associates, Drummond worked for many internationally known architectural firms on both the east and west coasts.
Toblesky Green Architects
4854 Main Street, Ste J, Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Founded in 2008 by Ken Toblesky and Steven Green, Toblesky Green Architects has over 30 years of experience as a commercial and residential architect for clients in Orange county. During this time, the firm has been recognized for providing its clients with integrated designs that were completed using the latest techniques and strategies.
Among its many projects, its most notable residential project is the Kessler custom home in Thousand Oaks. An 8,686 square foot residence set in a community with challenging terrain features, the home has everything a luxury residence should have. Upon entry, guests will see a covered entry porte-cochere that leads to twin circular staircases. It also has amenities like a wine cellar, an oak-paneled home office, a personal gym, a professionally equipped home theater, a children’s room, and a four-car garage in addition to a 555-square feet casita that connects to the main residence via a covered breezeway. With projects like these, the firm has gathered a large number of referrals and repeat clients from Orange county. Learn more about their work at tobleskygreenarchitects.com.
