Mr. Meaney, I consider you to be a modern master, having a firm grasp on the language of Santa Barbara’s architecture.
~ Robert Ooley, Santa Barbara Historic Landmarks Commission
Wow…not sure where to start with Tom. He is a brilliant man, artist and architect. I was lucky enough to build my dream home from the ground up on a 29-acre vineyard near Santa Barbara and after considering many architects….I zeroed in on Tom Meaney. Tom not only had the aesthetic I was looking for…but was a great listener and was able to incorporate all the things my wife and I were looking for while at the same time staying true to the project: Never once did I 2nd guess my decision to work with Tom….he delivered everything he said he would and more and was a passionate advocate of the project from beginning to end. We got lucky with him!
~ Ike Z
Tom Meaney designed our recently completed home in the Santa Ynez Valley. Embarking on the ambitious project of building a house was new for us, and Tom’s participation throughout the design and building phase was critical for the project’s success. For the uninitiated, there are innumerable, unexpected decisions to be made during construction. When distance is involved, as in our case, full trust in one’s architect becomes paramount. Having an architect who is not only a master of his craft but also ethical and sensitive to his client’s financial needs is essential, and Tom did not disappoint on this count. He was available, always punctual, and a joy to work with. Tom Meaney’s portfolio and the testimonials on this site speak for themselves. He is an artist with an unerring eye for detail who is well-versed in a broad range of architectural styles. We are truly fortunate to have worked with such a talented and dedicated individual, an architect who has given us a home far more beautiful than we ever imagined. We recommend Tom Meaney without reservation.
~ Elise Magistro and Joe Baumgaertner
Tom is exceptional! We had the fortunate opportunity to collaborate on a successful estate in Montecito CA. Tom has a very pleasant personality and does well to accommodate his client's wishes. We hope to collaborate with Tom again soon!
~ Leonard Unander Associates, Inc.
Thank you Tom Meaney for taking the images, thoughts, and ideas we had for our "dream" home and making it a reality. You listened to us. You had both economical and practical suggestions for us. You were patient with our questions. You were able to incorporate everything that was important to us in our floor plan. You were detailed. Once the plans were finalized, you did not make any major adjustments that would have cost us more money and we appreciated that gift of not making unnecessary and expensive changes. Tom Meaney has amazing talent and we are proud to be the homeowners of a beautiful home that was designed by him.
~ L. Edwards
Tom's attention to detail, light, views, and appreciation of the relationship of the interior and exterior are commendable. As a landscape architect, I have found Tom to be collaborative and respectful and sincerely interested in the overall outcome of a project: from concept development through completion.
~ Joni L. Janecki & Associates, Inc.
I'm a 35-year licensed contractor working primarily in custom residential homes. For the last 2 years, I had the pleasure of working with Tom. Being of a more mechanical mind, myself, it is very nice to be able to gain faith and know the structure of your building has a comfortable and pleasing proportion. Let alone the fact that suggestions and discussions were appreciated and handled in a very professional manner, not going unheard. I know my client was very happy, and also appreciated, Tom, not only as an architect but as an artisan.
~ Riddell Construction
I have worked with Tom Meaney on various projects in Montecito and Ojai throughout the last 10 years. His plans are very detailed and easy to follow and he is always available for advice on conditions and solutions that may be required on New Construction and Remodels. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any client who may be looking for an Architect who pays special attention to Custom home designs and details.
~ Martin Prideaux MPX Construction, Inc.
Tom Meaney designed all the features of our home. His skill with colors is amazing. He gave us a great lighting plan, and terrific skylights and captured our goals for the home with taste and high style. He is a joy to work with, and we are proud to consider him our architect and our friend.
~ WF Connell
Tom Meaney is a true artist that can transform his client’s dreams into reality. I have always admired Tom’s fine art abilities and have really enjoyed seeing how his fine art skills enable him to create such beautiful Architecture. There is a balance of form, function, and space in Tom’s Architectural drawings that can only come from someone with years of experience and an artist’s eye. As a General Contractor, we have had the pleasure to work with Tom for the past 10 years on custom high-end residential projects in both Santa Ynez and Montecito. During our working relationship with Tom, it has become clear that in addition to beautiful drawings, Tom is very knowledgeable in regards to the approvals and permitting process. The permitting process can be complicated but it pays to have someone like Tom to guide the way. Over the years we have also noticed that Tom is very attentive to his clients and spends a great deal of time working through the project's day-to-day details. From conception to completion Tom leads the project team so that the Owner has the best building experience possible. We really appreciate the opportunity that we have had to work with Tom on our past projects, we are really enjoying our current project with Tom and hope that we can work with Tom on many more projects in the future!
~ Leonard Unander Jr., Project Manager
Tom Meaney is fantastic to work with. He designed a new home at The Santa Lucia Preserve in Carmel, CA which we have just completed. Tom is great at design details and is also conscious of costs. During construction, he was always available to answer questions for myself and my contractor.
~ Gayle Triolo
Tom Meaney is a truly exceptional architect. He has a complete mastery of form and proportion and his homes have an authenticity that you rarely see in new home construction. Where Tom truly excels is in his relationships with the customers. He listens and is responsive to the client’s wishes and guides them to the best possible home for them and the site. He is that rare combination of artistic talent and practical execution. He is a joy to work with and has made every project I've worked with him on both fun and successful. He has built lasting friendships with many of his clients which is a testament to his work and his character. I would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone.
~ Emerson Development Group Inc
Jordan Design Crew, Inc. is an interior design firm in Los Angeles that worked with Tom Meaney from 2011-2013 on a $4,500,000. project in Carmel CA. It was such a pleasure to work with someone as incredibly talented as Tom! The home he created for the clients is so perfect for their lifestyle. The clients were able to put complete trust in him as he always listened to them. That helped make our job so much easier. Beyond his creative talents, he is just so great to work with, such an ease about him which helps make it a fun project! He came up with great solutions for every design dilemma. Always on time with documents and for meetings was a real plus as well!!! Cannot wait to do more projects together!
~ Jordan Design Crew Inc.
My wife Orly and I employed Thomas Meaney as our architect for the design of our new home and guest house on our 26 acre ranch property in Santa Ynez Valley. The project is all-encompassing, requiring consideration of scale, symmetry, and maximizing views and privacy. I have been involved in various aspects of the real estate industry for approximately 40 years and am very selective of those professionals I employ to represent me. Tom provides aesthetic and artistic design with a classic approach to his work. He produces complete and clearly understandable plans, which facilitate the construction process. He is a true professional.
~ Allen M. Segal, Santa Ynez, California
When we interviewed architects for our project, we were looking for someone who not only had a good portfolio but also creative vision, patience, listening skills and a sense of humor. The scope and complexity of our job, and that it was our first building experience, the right candidate needed all of these attributes. Tom Meaney fit that bill perfectly. We have been in our home for more than a year now and the novelty of living in a home that so wholly reflects our values and our dreams has yet to wear off. We hoped that our completed home would be inviting, warm, casual and at the same time functional and aesthetically pleasing. With Tom’s attention to detail, we got all of that and more. Tom has created a wonderful home for us and we can think of no stronger endorsement than to say that we would ask Tom to work with us again in any future project.
~ Todd and Lynn Jewett, Montecito, California
Tom Meaney is an exceptional architect and gifted artist. He listens to the client and a beautiful and functional home is the result.
~ Bob and Bonnie Riley, Pebble Beach, California
When Gini and I first decided to build our Tehama home in the Carmel Valley, we knew from previous experiences how important it was to pick the right architect. Finding one that listens to your ideas, builds on those ideas with experienced creative input, and translates your shared vision into a beautiful liveable home is the key. The process of designing and building a home on the West Coast while we lived on the East Coast could have been a formidable challenge. Tom made it easy and fun. He was available whenever we needed him throughout the design and build process. Our new home was recently featured in a lifestyle magazine indicating that others appreciate the elegance of Tom's design. Best of all Tom is now one of our good friends.
~ Gini and Rick Germani, Tehama, Carmel, California
We are so pleased that we selected Tom Meaney as our Architect for our Santa Lucia Preserve property. Although we interviewed many architects for the project, Tom was the perfect fit for us. He is in tune with the natural elements of the Santa Lucia Preserve and did an incredible job of designing a home that incorporated the land and the beauty of the area. He asked the right questions about how we wanted to live on the property, listened to our answers, and designed the perfect home for us.
~ Michael and Allison Pollack, Santa Lucia Preserve, Carmel California
Working with Tom Meaney through the architectural and building process was a blast. He helped us see that it can be fun to build a house, so much fun that if he hadn’t done it so well the first time, we would want to do it again. We love our home. Eliot calls it the '“happiest place on earth”. Thank you Tom. We are thrilled to call you our friend.
~ Elliot Crowley & Debra Geiger
When trying to decide on an architect for our new home we first determined which architects our builder of choice worked with most often. Then we determined which of these architects’ style matched ours. Tom Meaney was the clear choice. We were especially impressed with his emphasis on creating spaces with a great deal of light. His attention to detail was another important detail for us. Now that we have been enjoying our house for several years we never hesitate to welcome any of Tom’s prospective new clients into our home.
~ Terence Fee