"My work with Bacilia Macias aims to do a major remodel on my duplex that stand as detached adjacent buildings. I am looking to do a mini-lot subdivision, adding bedrooms and even in-law units to each! Bacilia explained City of Oakland's sometimes cryptic code and requirements in layman terms. I have been thrilled to have her guide the optimization of my lot's potential. What I appreciate most about working with Bacilia is her insights. She has answered all my questions and provided great alternatives for a solid architectural design."

- Aster M., Oakland, CA

"Working with Bacilia is always a joy. Not only is she an accomplished designer, she also knows how to see and help with my vision and not overpower my process to help me come out with something that I wanted to have, not something she wanted to have. This has always been very important to me. When there is a problem in the process, be it the city, design or redesign, she is always there and handles it with incredible professionalism and in a prompt manner. If you are looking for a professional architect, I highly recommend Bacilia for your next project.

- Robert Emmers, President of GC Raymond Construction

“I'm happy to recommend Bacilia. I'm thrilled with the design of my house and it has been a pure pleasure to live in.

She helped me remodel a 1913 bungalow from the ground up into a 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath home with a 1 bedroom, 1 bath ADU. From day one Bacilia listened attentively to what I envisioned. Through her ingenious design, I got everything I wanted out of the relatively small footprint the original house occupied. Her vision and insight continually stretched my thinking about what was possible with this project.

Bacilia was right there by my side helping me navigate the daunting bureaucracy of the city to get my plans approved. She was prompt and agile with modifications when a complaining neighbor held up the process.

During the build Bacilia was always available to address questions, assist with modifications, or add design elements to the original plans. It became obvious she knew her business when it came to dealing with the city, the contractors, the engineer, and appraiser. Basically, she holds the map through all the rites of passage on what can feel like an impossible journey.

I would trust Bacilia on any future project. She is smart, savvy, creative, and a delight to work with.”

- Monica, Oakland, CA

"Bacilia is an easy-going, fast, efficient and friendly architect, who will always go the extra mile. Combining the needs of an Italian artisan bakery and the law requirements of California, Bacilia was able to navigate the health department and make sure we were up to code in no time. She worked with our contractors to build and exchange solutions and ideas, and was always willing to visit the work site. Additionally, Bacilia helped negotiate our lease contract to ensure we could run the cafe without a hitch! We would highly recommend Bacila for any commercial project - her guidance and care were immensely appreciated"

- Olga and Rufio Verga, Owners of Cafe Gran Milan, Richmond, CA