Don Jacobs Architect

We have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Don from his very early years at The Sea Ranch a planned community In Sonoma County on California’s north coast - world renown for its architecture. We found Don to have all the characteristics that made for a good working relationship. Don listened to our ideas, was very supportive and he never let his ego get in the way of delivering our dream home. In 2007, Don took on a challenge when he agreed to be the Project Architect for a non-profit working on the restoration of the Point Arena Lighthouse where I was Executive director. There were numerous unknowns in renovating a 100 year old concrete tower. From my years of knowing Don, I felt he was qualified to take on this project and he delivered once again. Don made himself available and the entire renovation team was grateful for his knowledge and leadership. Always a pleasure to work with someone so professional and supportive. Rae Radtkey The Sea Ranch, CA 1970-current

Don Jacobs designed our home and, in addition to his talent and creativity, he is an absolute pleasure to work with. Don learned our needs and designed accordingly so our home meets our varied needs and moods. We had constraints that were masterfully handled. We have a narrow lot and one wouldn’t know it from the outside or inside, the design is very clever. Also, our taste is eclectic. We have pieces that are casual, remind us of travels or experiences, and vintage lighting & other built in pieces that are formal and in contrast to our other furnishings. Don designed spaces to use these art deco pieces so they enhance and add to our home; our house reflects us and the spaces all work well together. Sadly, we also had an unexpected problem with our contractor. Don’s specifications were very clear. The quality of Don’s work, combined with his honesty, calm presence, and excellent listening skills, were enormously helpful in resolving the problem. We could always count on Don.

I'll post photo's when the project is finished. It's been a wonderful satisfying creative experience working with Don over the last two years on a number of projects. The number one thing that jumps into my mind when thinking about Don is that he is a true gentleman. Of course he's tops in his field but more important he's fun to work with and very very creative. If I could give him ten stars I would. He's redevelop a 70 year old home for me and new construction projects. He has also gotten 2 ton into a 1 ton home. :)

I am a real estate developer and home builder. I have worked with Don Jacobs for many years on residential and mixed use projects-from design of luxury single family residences with values up to $20M, to master planned communities. Don is stand out among the many design professionals that I have worked with for several reasons. 1) He looks at each project from a macro perspective, seeing the forest not just the trees-integrating the vision for the project into the local context, identifying the opportunities and constraints. 2) He is a superb designer and planner with an elegant sense of balance and proportion. 3) He is by the far the best collaborator of anyone I have ever worked with. He approaches design/engineering team members with respect and humility-despite his significant accomplishments. 4) He is a joy to work with-integrity, talent, commitment and passion for the projects. I cannot give any architect a higher recommendation. It has been a privilege to work togehter.