Partners

“Working with the team at Gast Architects is a real joy! They are creative designers whose plans are in synchrony with modern lifestyles while still being timeless. And they are true professionals who understand the residential construction from start to finish and have the disposition to masterfully guide all the players through a process that can easily become unpleasant with leaders who are less skilled. The people at Gast Architects and their work are truly top notch!”

Jason Soll – Senior Project Manager & Business Development, MNBuilders

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“I honestly can’t remember working with a better architect in 11 years of building in the Bay Area. Dennis and Camilla were truly a part of the team by maintaining their vision and high standards for the project while devising timely and practical solutions to issues on the site.”

— Aaron Gordon – Owner, Aaron Gordon Construction

“It is a pleasure to work with the team at Gast Architects.  Their collaborative nature and attention to details make for a smooth project and ensure the highest levels of execution.  No detail is too small and they relish in diving into the finer aspects of the project.  They also believe in strong team relationships that ensure seamless collaboration across all aspects of a project.  We would gladly recommend the Gast team to anyone looking for top tier architecture with a personal touch.”

— Mike Koricki, Project Manager, Saturn Construction

“I had the pleasure of working, with David on a residential remodel in San Francisco. As the general contractor, our work, from the estimate through the punchlist, was greatly facilitated by David and his staff. His approach is friendly, professional, and thorough. The completeness of Gast Architects’ plans and specifications, and their responsiveness to the necessary revisions and clarifications was great!”

— Jerry James – Owner, FR James Construction Inc.

“Gast Architects crafts beautifully detailed homes. Whether it be a country retreat in the Wine Country or a sophisticated urban home, Dennis & David’s approach is professional and inspiring. Our clients feel they are getting personalized attention from design through construction. They are true collaborators and value the contribution from all members of the design team. I look forward to continuing to work together!”

— Kate Stickley – Owner, Arterra Landscape Architects LLP

“We have had the pleasure of working with David and his firm, Gast Architects, for the past seven years. We have worked with them on complex projects and our experience has always been that they produce exceptional design solutions and construction drawings. David and his staff are a talented group of professionals that are passionate about their work. They work well with their clients and foster positive relationships with the team of people responsible for executing the construction work. We would highly recommend their work to clients that have an appreciation for fine design, especially on complex projects.”

— Matt Podesta – President, Podesta Construction

“I have worked with Gast Architects on residential projects for more than two decades. In that time I have found them to be professional and easy to work with. They have great communication skills and an understanding of the structural aspect of architectural design that benefits the client and results in a superior finished product. I would not hesitate in recommending Gast Architects.”

— Tom Tormey – Principal Engineer, Tormey Engineering

“C.M. Peletz Co. has had the pleasure of working with David Gast and his firm on a number of extremely high-end homes for very discerning clients on the San Francisco Peninsula. His design sensibilities made a big impact on the final product. From a builder’s point of view, the fact that David has experience as a contractor is evident. His understanding of the entitlement process, collaborative approach and attention to the client’s ambitions are invaluable to the process of developing fine homes. 

— David Markham – President, C.M. Peletz Co.

“I have known and worked with David Gast for many years. He is a consummate professional who does beautiful design work and understands that the building process involves teamwork among client, architect and contractor. I recommend him without reservation to anyone needing first rate architectural services.”

— Daniel Matarozzi – Owner, Matarozzi Pelsinger Builders, Inc