Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Design Partner
Blakemore & Partner Architects was founded in Laguna Beach in 2000 with a vision to create inspirational architectural designs that harmonize comfort, practicality, and beauty. Our bi-coastal team of designers and professionals specializes in new construction and renovation of custom homes, serving clients across California, Georgia, Nevada, Utah, and Mexico. With over 50 completed homes in Laguna Beach alone, we combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation to deliver structures that enhance the environments they inhabit.Our practice is organized into three design studiostraditional architecture, contemporary architecture, and historic restorationeach led by experts who bring decades of experience to every project. We prioritize client collaboration, ensuring that each design reflects individual needs while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Our work has been recognized in publications such as Travel and Leisure and Laguna Beach Magazine, and we remain committed to advancing architectural excellence through thoughtful, client-centric solutions.
Services
Traditional Homes
Contemporary Homes
Historic Restoration
Custom Residential Architecture
Bi-Coastal Design Services
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in custom residential architecture.
- Our bi-coastal team provides localized expertise in California and Georgia.
- We specialize in balancing historic preservation with modern functionality.
- Our designs prioritize client collaboration and regulatory navigation expertise.
- We maintain a proven track record of award-winning projects in prestigious communities.
What people say
Excellent architect
Unique understanding
Ownership demonstrated
Complements we receive
Ability to listen
Services
Traditional Homes
Our traditional architecture studio preserves historic design elements while adapting them for modern living. We specialize in maintaining architectural continuity through doors, windows, and roofing that honor the past. Clients benefit from timeless aesthetics combined with contemporary functionality in custom-built residences.
Contemporary Homes
The contemporary architecture studio transforms client visions into personalized spaces that defy conventional norms. We curate innovative designs that emphasize individuality while ensuring structural integrity. Our approach creates dynamic living environments tailored to modern lifestyles and preferences.
Historic Restoration
Our historic renovation experts carefully assess original structures to maintain their character while updating them for 21st-century use. We specialize in restoring architectural integrity through meticulous attention to period details and materials, ensuring historical accuracy meets modern comfort.
People
Michael Blakemore
Founder + CEO
Licensed architect with degrees from New School of Architecture and San Francisco Institute of Architecture. Specializes in residential design across California and Georgia. Recognized in Travel and Leisure and Progressive Architecture for innovative projects blending tradition with modernity.
Questions
What architectural styles do you specialize in?
We focus on traditional, contemporary, and historic restoration projects, tailoring each design to client needs while maintaining architectural integrity.
In which regions do you operate?
We serve California, Georgia, Nevada, Utah, and Mexico with a bi-coastal team experienced in regional design requirements.
How do you handle historic preservation projects?
Our process begins with assessing historic attributes, followed by sensitive updates that maintain character while incorporating modern functionality.
What sets your firm apart from others?
Our 20+ years of experience, regulatory expertise, and commitment to client collaboration ensure projects meet both aesthetic and practical goals.
Can you accommodate custom design requests?
Yes, our contemporary studio specializes in translating unique client visions into functional, personalized living spaces.
