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San Francisco Residential Architect with 33+ Years of Experience
As a San Francisco Residential Architect with over 33 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to transforming client visions into tangible, life-changing spaces. My approach combines a creative partnership with clients, ensuring their dreams of custom homes, major remodels, and additions are realized with precision and artistry. Having designed and completed hundreds of projects across San Francisco and the Bay Area, I bring a depth of experience that includes navigating complex permitting processes, addressing site-specific challenges, and integrating energy-efficient solutions. My unique perspective as both architect and contractorhaving built two hillside homes from the ground upenhances my ability to solve problems creatively while maintaining a client-centered focus.Recognized for design excellence through awards and publications in Dwell Magazine and the Rethinking the Future Top 50 Architects list, I prioritize transparency, practicality, and innovation. My design philosophy emphasizes natural light, functional layouts, and harmonious integration with challenging terrains, ensuring each project meets both aesthetic and practical needs. With a commitment to guiding projects from concept to completion, I provide a seamless, collaborative experience tailored to individual client goals.
Services
Home Remodels
Additions
Custom Homes
Energy-Efficient Design
Permitting Assistance
Hillside Construction
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- 33 years of experience in San Francisco residential architecture
- Licensed architect in California and Illinois
- Award-winning design recognized in Dwell Magazine and Rethinking the Future
- Unique design-build approach with contractor experience
- Specialized expertise in hillside and zero-lot-line projects
What people say
Creative problem-solving
Attention to detail
Award-winning designs
Seamless project execution
Services
Custom Home Design
Designing bespoke single-family residences tailored to client needs and site conditions. Specializing in modern hillside homes with panoramic views, energy-efficient systems, and integration of natural light. Services include full architectural design, permitting, and construction oversight.
Home Additions
Creating functional second-story additions, roof decks, and ground-floor expansions. Expertise in navigating San Francisco's zoning regulations while maximizing space and natural light. Includes structural engineering coordination and permit acquisition.
Whole House Remodels
Comprehensive interior and exterior renovations, including kitchen redesigns, bathroom upgrades, and seismic retrofitting. Focus on modernizing layouts while preserving architectural character in historic neighborhoods like Noe Valley and Presidio Terrace.
Energy-Efficient Upgrades
Implementing sustainable solutions like solar panels, energy-efficient windows, and eco-friendly materials. Designs prioritize natural ventilation, passive solar heating, and LEED-certified practices to reduce environmental impact while enhancing comfort.
Permitting Assistance
Navigating complex municipal requirements for residential projects. Services include code compliance analysis, submittal preparation, and coordination with planning departments to streamline approvals for additions and remodels.
People
Andrew Morrall
Principal Architect
Licensed architect in California and Illinois with 33+ years of experience. Holds a Professional B.Arch from IIT and operated his own practice since 2003. Specializes in residential design-build projects and hillside construction.
Bernard Tong
Consulting Architect
Licensed California architect with experience at Bill Glass and Associates. Holds a Master of Architecture from UC Berkeley and serves as a GSA project manager while consulting for Morrall's practice.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve San Francisco and the Bay Area, including Sonoma Valley, Napa Valley, and surrounding communities.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, our design-build approach includes both architectural design and construction management services for residential projects.
How experienced are you with hillside homes?
We have extensive experience designing and building hillside homes, including two projects completed by Andrew Morrall on challenging terrain.
Can you help with permitting challenges?
Yes, we specialize in navigating San Francisco's complex permitting process for additions, remodels, and new construction.
What design styles do you specialize in?
We focus on modern and transitional designs that maximize natural light while respecting each home's unique character.
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Thomas Buchanan
Nov 08, 2018
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As an established custom home builder in San Francisco, I have had the opportunity to work with Andy on many of his large scale residential projects. In addition to Andy's creativity and design talent, I am impressed with Andy's knowledge of construction and how well he is able to communicate his ideas. Andy provides a truly amazingly detailed set of construction documents from which to bid and build from.
This not only results in a better designed and built home, it also provides a format where tighter and more accurate proposals can be provided. This results in fewer change orders during construction
This not only results in a better designed and built home, it also provides a format where tighter and more accurate proposals can be provided. This results in fewer change orders during construction
Jeff Kann
Nov 06, 2018
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Andy has been our Architect on numerous projects over the past 8 years. The most current project Andy has designed for us is a 2nd story Master Bedroom Suite in Pacifica. As always, Andy took extra care during the design phase and offered a unique solution for the roof of the addition. The modified Dutch eave roof of the new addition blends seamlessly with the existing roof, while adding dramatic design interest for the existing mid-century bungalow ranch. This, and countless other design insights are what distinguishes Andy. His sensitivity and passion for design, his creative problem solving
Louie Tosto
Oct 24, 2018
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I have known Andy for over 33 years, following and being a part of his career. I first met Andy while he was apprenticing at Chicago Architect's offices while going to school, working his way through IIT. Over the years I have had the opportunity to hire Andy as an Architect. He has provided me with some very creative design solutions while I was Pastor at several different parishes. Andy developed some really beautiful concept designs for expanding and retrofitting several older parishes. I have known Andy as an Architect, an Artist, and a friend. I have watched his creativity and skills as an
