“Stephanie is an absolute professional and an amazing architect. She took into consideration all of the conceptual design & structural elements, details, materials and textures that began as an idea and brought them to life designing a home that was a true reflection of our original concept. Her attention to detail and working knowledge of materials & design elements was exceptional. She was attentive, responsive, and a real pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for quality architectural design.”

Pat O’Neill

 

"We worked with Stephanie Barnes-Castro on a major remodel of our home in Los Gatos. We interviewed three architects before choosing her. These architects all had beautiful portfolios and impressive resumes. What made Stephanie stand out was the time and effort she took to answer our initial questions about the planning and building process we were contemplating. The interest she expressed in our particular needs and goals for the remodel was exceptional: She asked us at least as many questions as we asked her before submitting preliminary ideas. We continued to be extremely impressed throughout the project with the combination of professionalism, attention to detail, and empathy that Stephanie brought to every issue.  
We converted a single-story California Ranch style house into a rustic Tuscan two-story home. This is both technically complicated and a test of the architect's creativity. Stephanie "got it" right away, and the first exterior elevation she drew has remained our model and our inspiration. Her plans are among the most detailed the Santa Cruz Planning Department ever sees (we're quoting them directly). She works seamlessly with all the subcontractors. She not only knows building codes and materials, but she is a talented artist, suggesting design options and architectural details that have made our home exceptional. We recommend Stephanie Barnes-Castro without reservation."

Tom Davis and Diane Trombetta