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Trusted Residential Design and Architectural Services in Camarillo
Established in 1986, D.C. Foote has completed over 1,500 residential and commercial projects across Southern California and Hawaii. Our expertise spans custom home design, fire restoration, ADU development, and full permitting coordination. With decades of experience in building code compliance and structural engineering, we guide clients from conceptual design through construction documentation.Our team collaborates with trusted contractors and consultants to ensure seamless project execution. We specialize in wildfire damage recovery, handicap accessibility, and energy-efficient design solutions tailored to client needs.
Services
Architectural Design
Structural Engineering
Fire Restoration
ADU Development
Permitting Assistance
Code Compliance
Tenant Improvements
Energy Calculations
Geotechnical Services
Commercial Design
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have 40+ years of experience in residential architectural design
- We handle complete project continuity from design to permitting
- Our team includes an AIA Associate Member with specialized expertise
- We coordinate all required consultants for streamlined project delivery
- We specialize in wildfire damage restoration and code compliance
What people say
Expertise in wildfire recovery
Permitting process efficiency
Code compliance knowledge
Project coordination skills
40+ years experience
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive residential and commercial design services from conceptual sketches to construction documents. Our team creates customized floor plans, elevations, and 3D renderings while ensuring compliance with local building codes. Clients receive detailed AutoCAD drawings and professional coordination with structural engineers and consultants.
Fire Restoration
Specialized services for wildfire-damaged properties include code-compliant rebuilding plans and permit acquisition. We coordinate with insurance adjusters and contractors to expedite recovery, ensuring homes meet current safety standards. Our team has extensive experience with post-fire remediation and zoning requirements in Southern California.
ADU Development
We design and permit accessory dwelling units that comply with California's evolving regulations. Services include site analysis, space planning, and complete construction documentation for granny flats or income-generating units. Our expertise ensures efficient approval through local planning departments while maximizing functional living space.
Structural Engineering
Collaboration with licensed structural engineers ensures all projects meet safety and durability standards. We provide framing plans, roof diaphragm calculations, and seismic compliance documentation. Our team coordinates structural requirements with architectural designs to ensure integrated, code-compliant solutions for residential and commercial buildings.
Permitting Assistance
Full-service permit acquisition includes zoning analysis, plan submission, and plan check coordination. We navigate complex building code requirements and address agency corrections to expedite approvals. Our familiarity with local jurisdictions reduces delays, ensuring projects meet current Title 24 energy standards and accessibility regulations.
People
David Foote
Principal
With over 40 years of architectural experience, David Foote leads design initiatives and ensures project quality. As an AIA Associate Member, he specializes in residential design and wildfire recovery, maintaining strong relationships with local building departments to streamline permitting processes.
Keith Crespi
Contractor Partner
Owner of Keith Wayne Construction with California Contractor License # B-740711, Keith provides general contracting services for residential projects. His expertise in construction execution complements our design services, ensuring buildable solutions that meet budget and schedule requirements.
David Maddux
Contractor Partner
President of Castle Builders, Inc., David brings extensive construction experience for residential and commercial projects. His company specializes in complex rebuilds and code-compliant construction, working closely with our team to deliver high-quality finished structures.
Questions
What services does D.C. Foote offer?
We provide architectural design, structural engineering, fire restoration, ADU development, permitting assistance, and code compliance services for residential and commercial properties.
Do you specialize in wildfire recovery projects?
Yes, we have 27+ years of experience with wildfire damage restoration, helping homeowners rebuild to current code standards while coordinating with insurance companies and contractors.
Can you help with ADU construction?
We specialize in ADU design and permitting, ensuring compliance with California regulations while maximizing functional living space and rental potential.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Southern California including Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles counties, plus the Hawaiian Islands through our Honolulu office.
How do you handle building permits?
We manage complete permit acquisition including zoning analysis, plan submission, and addressing plan check corrections to expedite approvals through local jurisdictions.
What experience do you have with code compliance?
With projects dating to 1986, we maintain current knowledge of building codes and have successfully resolved numerous code compliance issues for homeowners.
Reviews (6)
Rosemary C.
Jun 20, 2019
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Thank you to David! He absolutely saved the day! The former architect from Architect Design Group Inc. spent an entire 15 minutes with us to understand what we wanted. David on the other hand spent an inordinate amount of time discussing the project to insure all details were included. If you are looking for an architect that cares David is the one. No matter if the job is big or small he treats you the sam. We ran into him at the grocery stores. He made a point of saying hello. So the relationship goes beyond the end of the job. Thank you David! You not only got us out of a tuff spot but we KNOW
Terry C.
Jun 18, 2019
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Just want to say thanks to DC Foote & Associates for taking over a job that another architect failed . Without David's help and knowledge I would be sitting here with a disaster. David came over step in and said no big deal. After spending many hours at the city because of the previous architect, when David finished up with the plans it was a one trip to the city and that was it. (SMOOTH SAILING AFTER THAT) Thanks David for your help and compassion
Scott R.
Jul 13, 2018
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I've been working with David Foote for the last ten years. We are currently collaborating on a project redesigning/rebuilding a home that burned in the Thomas Fire. David is a talented, hands-on, caring design professional who is involved in each and every project from concept through completion. I look forward to working with David on many more successful projects in the future.
Jake L.
Sep 10, 2014
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Whenever I meet someone looking to add additional room/s to their house, remodel their kitchen or bath, or design a space for their new property I always recommend DC Foote & Associates. Dave is a friend of mine and an associate architect who has been in the business for 28 years and seen it all! He has designed entire Mediterranean architectural style homes in Malibu, Santa Fe style homes in Ojai, and is also known for his Victorian, Italian Renaissance, and Country style home design. Dave will work with your home or business renovation specifications and help make your dreams into reality
Ej J.
Jan 08, 2014
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I've been doing some video work for DC Foote & associates for about a month now and have been getting to know the owner and staff that work there as well. I have done a few testimonials and interviews from some of their clients and just hearing/ seeing some of the extraordinary things their clients have been showing/saying about the work DC Foote has done is pretty impressive. I've been to some of the homes/businesses and checked out the designs and I must say, when it comes time to design my home I definitely want to get mine designed by Dave. I had the opportunity to shoot footage
Linda Barraza
Dec 14, 2013
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DC Foote & Associates designed my bathroom. It came out exactly as I wanted and much more. I now enjoy being in my bathroom. Dave and his team were very professional throughout the process. I would highly recommend DC Foote & Associates for your home improvements.
