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    How to Get a Building Permit in Sacramento: A Complete 2025 Guide

    Why Building Permits Matter in Sacramento When planning any kind of construction project in Sacramento, the first critical step is understanding how to get a building permit. A building permit is more than jusat a legal box to check. It ensures your structure meets local building codes, protects public safety, and aligns with zoning regulations. […]

    Golden State Design & Engineering

    August 12th, 2025

    How Much Does It Cost to Build a Custom Home in California in 2025?

    At Golden State Design & Engineering, one of the first questions we hear from clients is, How much does it cost to build a custom home in California? Whether you’re dreaming of a modern hillside retreat in San Jose, a Craftsman-style home in Folsom, or a contemporary ranch in El Dorado Hills, the cost to […]

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    August 9th, 2025

    Interior Architecture vs Interior Design: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters for Your Home Project

    When starting a new home project, homeowners often find themselves comparing interior architecture vs interior design. At first glance, these two disciplines might seem interchangeable. After all, both involve the transformation of interior spaces to make them more functional and visually pleasing. But despite their shared focus on improving indoor spaces, there are significant differences […]

    Golden State Design & Engineering

    August 6th, 2025

    Sustainable Building Materials
    Sustainable Building Materials: A Smarter Path to Greener Construction in California

    Why Sustainable Building Materials Matter in the Construction Industry The construction industry plays a significant role in shaping communities across California, but it also has a massive environmental impact. Buildings account for nearly 39% of global carbon emissions, including both operational and embodied carbon. As climate concerns rise and regulatory standards tighten, builders, designers, and […]

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    July 18th, 2025

    Commercial property zoning changes
    The Complete Guide to Residential and Commercial Zoning Changes

    Introduction Whether you’re a homeowner with expansion plans, a developer targeting underutilized lots, or a business owner considering adaptive reuse of a property, understanding zoning is critical. In California, zoning dictates what can be built, where it can be built, and how land can be used. As of 2025, new legislation and evolving community priorities […]

    Golden State Design & Engineering

    May 9th, 2025

    Anchored tiny homes
    Everything that Happened with Anchored Tiny Homes: What is Next for Homeowners?

    Our team is ready to step in and assist with any unfinished projects or unresolved complaints, providing the expertise and support needed to move forward.

    Golden State Design & Engineering

    February 21st, 2025

    How Much Does Landscaping Cost? The Numbers for 2025

    There are many factors that can influence the cost of landscaping, such as the size of your yard, the type of materials used, the complexity of the design, and the cost of labor per square foot or cubic yard in your area. In this guide, we will break down these factors and provide a general […]

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    January 24th, 2025

    #NAICS’s:
    • 541310 Architectural Services &
    • 541330 Engineering Services
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    • 8712 Architectural Services &
    • 8711 Engineering Services
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