About
I’m Fred Blome, a residential architect based in Menlo Park and Petaluma. For more than three decades, I’ve worked with homeowners throughout the San Francisco Bay Area on remodels, additions, and new homes—projects that range widely in scale, complexity, and starting point.
I believe good architecture begins with listening. Some clients come with a clear vision and a defined scope; others arrive with questions, constraints, or a sense that their home no longer supports how they live. Both are valid places to begin. My role is to help clarify priorities, explore possibilities, and guide the process thoughtfully from early conversations through construction.
How I work
Every project is different, but the process is collaborative and measured. I work closely with homeowners, engineers, builders, and consultants to develop solutions that are responsive to site, zoning, budget, and long‑term use.
Some projects are defined early and move efficiently forward. Others evolve gradually as goals become clearer. I’m comfortable working within both conditions, and I value clear communication, transparency, and steady progress over speed for its own sake.
Experience and Focus
My work is residential in nature, including renovations, additions, and custom homes. Over the years, I’ve developed particular experience navigating zoning constraints, site limitations, and permitting processes common throughout the Bay Area. Technical documentation, constructability, and attention to detail are central to my approach, as is designing spaces that feel grounded, functional, and lasting.
I hold a professional architecture license and have spent my career working closely with builders to ensure that design intent carries through to completion.
Beginning the Conversation
Starting a project doesn’t require having everything figured out. Many of the best projects begin with questions rather than answers. If you’re considering changes to your home, or exploring what might be possible, I welcome the opportunity to learn more about what you have in mind.
If you’re considering a project and wondering where to begin…