In Our Clients’ Words | Client Testimonials
Kind words from clients, builders, developers, and contractors we’ve worked with over the years. Client names have been withheld for privacy. References available upon request.
These projects involved → [remodels, additions, and custom homes] across the South Bay and Peninsula.
Confidence from the First Decision
“We’re very glad we chose to work with Eyal on our home renovation project. He was extremely responsive, thorough, and took the time to understand our vision while guiding us through every step from design through permits. As first-time homeowners, we felt supported throughout the entire process.”
| Sarah L, Residential Client
“We interviewed several architects and Eyal was by far the best and easiest to work with. From the first meeting, we felt confident in our decision, and the entire process reinforced that choice.”
| David N, Residential Client
“We ended up hiring Prestin Ravid after comparing several options and were very happy with the outcome. The process went smoothly and we achieved everything we were hoping for, with a result we feel very good about.”
| Sophia P, Residential Client
Guided Through Renovations and Second-Story Additions
“We purchased our home with the intention of adding a second story and spent a long time searching for the right architect. Working with Eyal made the process much more manageable. He listened carefully to our vision and provided thoughtful recommendations throughout the design and planning process. The experience removed a lot of uncertainty for us, and we felt confident moving forward at every stage.”
| Caitlin P, Residential Client
“This was my first remodel and Eyal was patient with all my questions and requests. He guided me through each step and made the process clear, structured, and approachable, which made the entire experience feel much less overwhelming.”
| Natasha Y, Residential Client
“We were fortunate to work with Eyal. He is detail-oriented, has an artist’s eye, and created a beautiful home for us without compromising function. Even when we initially disagreed on design decisions, his reasoning was thoughtful and we were glad we followed his guidance, as the final result exceeded our expectations.”
| Maggie S, Residential Client
“We recently hired Eyal for our daughter’s renovation project in the Bay Area. After reviewing client feedback, we decided to move forward and are very happy with the design and the outcome.”
| Sue C, Residential Client
Navigating Palo Alto Permits and Complex Approvals
“Working with Prestin Ravid Architects on our home addition and renovation was a very positive experience. Navigating the City of Palo Alto’s permit process and planning approvals could have been stressful, but Eyal and his team made it smooth and efficient, which made a major difference in our overall experience.”
| Jun S, Palo Alto Residential Client
“He personally measured our home, resolved discrepancies with the City of Palo Alto, and streamlined the Palo Alto planning and building permit process for our second-story addition. This saved us significant time and stress, and we were very pleased with how smoothly everything progressed.”
| Chisa S, Palo Alto Residential Client
“Eyal helped us navigate the City of San Jose approvals for our ADU project and made the permitting process very manageable from design through construction documents, which gave us confidence throughout the project.”
| Eric F, San Jose Residential Client
“I worked with Eyal on a project involving city permitting in San Francisco. He helped us obtain an over-the-counter permit and made a complex approval process feel organized and straightforward, which we really appreciated.”
| Tal B, San Francisco Residential Client
Communication and Project Delivery
“We had a great experience working with Prestin Ravid Architects on our home renovation. Eyal consistently exceeded expectations and delivered on time while staying highly responsive throughout the design and permitting process, which gave us a lot of confidence in the team.”
| Vishal B, Residential Client
“Eyal was wonderful to work with on our remodel. He was patient, responsive, and very easy to communicate with at every stage, and we always felt informed and supported.”
| Natasha Y, Residential Client
“Excellent service. Eyal helped us envision a renovation that fit our budget and provided thoughtful suggestions along the way, which made the decisions much easier for us.”
| Jeff H, Residential Client
Single-story ranch in Palo Alto. The clients wanted a complete transformation without walking away from a solid foundation - so we kept the existing first-floor structure and built up from there. Full interior renovation, new second story, and a layout redesigned from the ground up. The result is a moody, sophisticated modern home built around how the client actually lives.
The project has completed design development and is now moving into city approvals and preconstruction in Palo Alto. One of the more deliberate review processes in Santa Clara County.
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Currently In Design - Palo Alto Home Renovation and Second Story Addition
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Design Craft and Architectural Thinking
“My experience with Prestin Ravid was excellent. Eyal quickly understood our vision for our home remodel and translated it into thoughtful design solutions that balanced aesthetics and function, and we were very happy with the result.”
| Irene G, Residential Client
“Eyal did an amazing job on our home renovation. We never loved our house so much. The design and documentation were so clear that the contractor made almost no mistakes during construction, and the final result exceeded what we imagined.”
| Alexander G, Residential Client
“Excellent design and creativity. Very responsive and full of innovative ideas that improved our home, and we were very satisfied with the outcome.”
| Udi G, Residential Client
“I recently worked with Eyal on a residential design project and was very happy with the experience. From start to finish, he was professional, detail-oriented, and easy to work with. His designs were innovative, well-executed, and perfectly aligned with my vision, and I would gladly recommend him.”
| Christa B, Residential Client
High-End Design Outcomes and Living Experience
“We were very happy with the process and the final result exceeded our expectations in both design and execution. The home feels completely transformed, and we are extremely pleased with how everything turned out.”
| Alan L, Residential Client
Trusted Expertise and Decision Confidence
“We chose Prestin Ravid Architects after careful research and interviews for our home remodel. What stood out was clear communication, experience with Bay Area permitting, and depth of design knowledge, and we felt confident in our decision.”
| Michelle P, Residential Client
“We consulted with Eyal for our residential project and highly recommend his team. They are knowledgeable about local zoning, flexible, and easy to work with through design and permitting, and we were very happy with the experience.”
| Mudit G, Residential Client
Concierge-Level Service and End-to-End Support
“Eyal’s designs are top notch and they handle everything from architectural design through permits. A full concierge experience from concept to city approvals, which made the process very easy for us.”
| Anna F, Local Realtor
“Throughout our remodel, we stayed in close contact with Eyal and felt supported the entire way through design, permitting, and construction coordination, and we were very satisfied with the overall experience.”
| G G, Residential Client
“Eyal has been very responsive and organized, keeping everything clear and easy to manage throughout our home renovation project, which we greatly appreciated.”
| Elis N, Residential Client
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Thank you for all your support from the very start and making our dream home a reality!! We truly couldn’t have done this without you and loved getting to work with you :)
— Sarah L, Residential Client
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