Architectural Services

At Charles Good-Man Architecture, we provide full architectural services for residential, commercial, and off-grid projects throughout California and Arizona. With over four decades of experience, we focus on designing spaces that are modern, functional, and sustainable—always grounded in real-world buildability.

What We Offer

  • Custom Residential Design
  • Commercial & Light Industrial Buildings
  • Off-Grid & Remote Site Solutions
  • Adaptive Reuse & Fire-Damaged Structures
  • Site Planning & Zoning Analysis
  • Permit-Ready Construction Documents
  • BIM-Based 3D Visualization
  • Coordination with Engineers, Contractors & Agencies

Why It Matters

Hiring the right architect is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. The architect shapes the quality, cost, permitting, and long-term success of your project. We bring clarity to complex sites, translate your goals into buildable plans, and manage each step with technical precision and creative problem-solving.

How We Work

We use advanced 3D modeling (BIM) to explore your project in detail before construction begins—reducing surprises, improving accuracy, and helping you make confident decisions from day one.



Whether you’re developing a site in the floodplain, designing your dream home, restoring a damaged building, or building something entirely new, we guide your project from concept through construction with a deep commitment to service and craftsmanship.

Efficiency, Clarity, Value

Key Metrics from Working with CG|A

1. Time Savings

  • Faster approvals through accurate, code-compliant permit sets
  • Streamlined design development via 3D BIM workflows
  • Fewer change orders due to well-coordinated drawings

2. Cost Control

  • Reduced construction waste through efficient detailing
  • Early identification of budget risks during design
  • Optimized materials and methods aligned with contractor input

3. Visualization & Clarity

  • Full 3D modeling improves client understanding and decision-making
  • Better coordination with engineers and consultants before construction
  • Visual walkthroughs reduce miscommunication

4. Code & Zoning Compliance

  • Expertise in Mohave County and California/Arizona jurisdictions
  • Accurate setbacks, height limits, lot coverage, and floodplain integration
  • Fewer delays during plan check and review cycles

5. Sustainability & Resilience

  • Energy-conscious planning and passive solar strategies
  • Off-grid and remote site solutions using practical technologies
  • Durable detailing for desert, riverfront, or fire-prone zones

6. Long-Term Value

  • Designs that age well and adapt to future use
  • Increased property value through thoughtful planning and quality execution

Get in touch

Send us a message with your questions about starting a new project.

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