Design and Drafting Services
At JLM Designs, we help East Bay homeowners through every phase of their renovation, addition, or ADU project — from thoughtful space planning and permit-ready plans to design decisions and project advocacy. Whether it’s a kitchen remodel, bathroom update, home addition, or accessory dwelling unit, we combine design insight with practical execution so you feel confident and supported.
At JLM Designs, we offer three flexible service options to support homeowners at every stage of their project. Services may be selected à-la-carte — including permit-ready construction plans, interior and exterior finish selections, or client advocacy and project oversight — or combined into a full-service design experience that carries your project from planning through construction with clarity and confidence.
Who These Services Are For
These services apply to:
- Kitchen remodels
- Bathroom renovations
- Whole-home updates
- Home additions
- Accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
No matter the scale of your project, our goal is the same: a well-designed, functional home
with fewer headaches and greater confidence throughout the process.
Permit-Ready Construction & Design Plans
We create full sets of permit-ready construction plans that turn your vision into clear direction for your contractor and the city. These plans include:
- Space planning and efficient layout design
- Reworking existing floorplans for improved flow
- Interior & Exterior architectural detail drawings
- Complete construction documentation for permit submittal
Why this matters: Thoughtful design at the start can prevent conflicts later, reduce costly change orders, and give your contractor a clear blueprint to follow. Starting with a plan you understand and trust saves money, time, and stress.
A well-designed home starts with the right plans. Let’s create a space that truly works for you.
Interior/Exterior Selections & Specifications: The Details Matter
It’s the finishing touches that make a house feel like home. We take the stress out of material selections by guiding you through:
A curated selection of finishes, including countertops, tile, paint, flooring, and more.
Lighting, plumbing fixtures, and hardware recommendations tailored to your style.
Meticulous documentation to ensure seamless implementation during construction.
How this helps: Selecting finishes early eliminates second-guessing during construction, helps the project stay on budget, and ensures the final space feels cohesive and intentional. We help you balance where to invest and where to save, reducing stress and delivering a home you’ll love.
Client Advocacy & Project Oversight: Bringing Your Vision to Life
Your project deserves expert oversight. We partner with homeowners and contractors to ensure every design detail is flawlessly executed. Our Design Management includes:
Regular site visits to oversee construction progress and troubleshoot issues
One Point of Contact to redue stress and allow us to be an advocate for the homeowners
Vendor and subcontractor coordination with your GC to keep your project on schedule.
Why this matters: After significant investment in your home, knowing someone is watching for quality and design fidelity provides peace of mind. You avoid surprises, and you maximize the value of your original design vision.
Full-Service Design: From Vision to Reality
Our full-service design option combines planning, design, and advocacy into one comprehensive experience — ideal for homeowners who want guidance, clarity, and confidence from start to finish.
Personalized design plans with CAD drawings, 3D drawings and mood boards tailored to your vision.
Curated material selections for finishes and fixtures to bring your dream home to life.
Seamless project coordination with contractors and vendors to ensure flawless execution.
Why choose full service:
By making design decisions early and carrying them through construction, full-service clients experience fewer surprises, fewer change orders, and greater peace of mind — knowing their investment is protected and the finished home will reflect the original vision.
Let’s Build Something Extraordinary
We don’t just design homes—we craft experiences, advocate for your vision, and ensure every detail aligns with your lifestyle. If you’re ready to create a space that’s as beautiful as it is functional, we’d love to be part of your journey.
Contact us today to get started on your dream home.
"We needed design ideas, drawings, and recommendations for submitting plans for a permit to build and ADU in the basement of our house in the City of Napa. We were so fortunate to be referred to Jackie Mendez who has been exceptional in responding to our requirements and especially helping us navigate the rules and requirement for development within the City of Napa."
“We are so grateful to have found JLM Designs for our Farmhouse remodel in Sonoma County! She thought of every detail to keep the design true to a traditional farm house look with simplicity and dashes of unique textures. She made sure to give us plenty of sunlight, plenty of storage, and a wonderful open vibe throughout. As an added bonus, her construction knowledge meant that all her plans were clear for the trades to follow in implementing the design.”
“We would like to thank Jackie for her professionalism, seamless design skills, responsiveness and most of all, patience. This first phase took a lengthy time just because our house had some challenging layouts and on top of that, we are just busy clients. Jackie made it so that you always felt listened to and understood..she had good input when we could not make decisions. You need someone like that to help push you through this process. She definitely knows this business from design to construction and has excellent referrals. If you go with Jackie, you won't be disappointed. Thank you JLM design!”
Areas we service locally for full service design and management: Sonoma, Saint Helena, Yountville, Napa, Calistoga, Vacaville, Sacramento, Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, San Ramon, Danville, Moraga, Lafayette, American Canyon, Vallejo, Brentwood, Clayton, Livermore, Pleasanton, San Jose, San Mateo, Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Napa County, Sonoma County, Solano County
Areas we service remotely for design and development: San Diego, Los Angeles, Lake Tahoe, Tahoma, Chico, Truckee, all cities in California
