PROFILE

BACKGROUND

My education is a 5 year degree in architecture from the University of Texas in Austin followed by 10 years working in the office of Michael Graves, Architect in Princeton NJ on a variety of large scale projects including master plans, hotels, museums, residences, and cultural buildings in the US and abroad.

After arriving in Los Angeles in the late 1990’s, I focused on residential projects and aligned my design skills with an executive architect and focused on remodels, additions, historic restorations, and new residences throughout Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and Malibu. I have had the wonderful experience of working with a talented group of interior designers, landscape designers and general contractors and craftsman to accomplish many client’s homes.

PROCESS

This formula has worked well and allows me to focus on my passion of design, project development and the client presentations. Vince Gormally, the Architect of Record, is the technical lead on the projects. His expertise in residential construction, building codes, and permitting are combined with his overseeing of the construction set of detailed drawings . During construction, he is a presence on the site overseeing the process of building and completion. We are both very focused on fire resiliency measures and understanding and working within the City of Los Angeles restrictions and exemptions for the Pacific Palisades Fire Rebuild Projects.

Feel free to reach out and discuss your project. Send an email to receive a folio of recent and completed new construction, remodels, and master plans. for residential homes and estates.

Jesse Castaneda

ph: 310-384-2489, email: jesse@jessecastanedadesignstudio.com

Vincent Gormally

ph: 310- 995-3944, email: vincent@vegarch.com

LINK TO PROJECT FOLIO OF SELECT RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS