Thom Torvend

Thom Torvend

~715 Kearney Ave, Modesto, CA 95354
Project Range
$10 - $20
3D Rendering Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Architectural Design Architectural Drawings Barn Design & Construction Basement Remodeling

About Us

Blending artistic vision with structural precision, Thom Torvend is the leading residential architects and building designers expert serving Modesto and surrounding regions. Thom Torvend, AIA, CGBP, has been designing homes of distinction throughout California and Nevada since 1981, accumulating decades of experience and numerous AIA Design Awards. He offers premier architectural services rooted in the belief that a structure must transcend mere function to become a true "home"—a space that responds to the emotional needs and dreams of its occupants. The practice excels in diverse project types, including energy-efficient homes, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and complex renovations like earthquake retrofitting. Prioritizing client needs, Thom focuses on thoughtfully understanding the unique requirements of the client, their site, and their budget to create a design that is uniquely theirs. Serving the Modesto community, his extensive portfolio covers everything from custom homes and green building consultation to comprehensive kitchen and bathroom remodeling design. Thom Torvend brings unmatched value to every engagement through dedicated artistry and certified expertise.

Credentials & Awards

  • Licensed #CA-C-9656
  • Numerous AIA Design Awards
  • Member of the American Institute of Architects

Service Areas

Professional Services

Services offered by Thom Torvend

  • 3D Rendering

    Professional 3d rendering services with quality guaranteed.

  • Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

    Professional accessory dwelling units (adus) services with quality guaranteed.

  • Architectural Design

    Professional architectural design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Architectural Drawings

    Professional architectural drawings services with quality guaranteed.

  • Barn Design & Construction

    Professional barn design & construction services with quality guaranteed.

  • Basement Remodeling

    Professional basement remodeling services with quality guaranteed.

  • Bathroom Design

    Professional bathroom design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Building Design

    Professional building design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Custom Homes

    Professional custom homes services with quality guaranteed.

  • Deck Design

    Professional deck design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Earthquake Retrofitting

    Professional earthquake retrofitting services with quality guaranteed.

  • Energy Efficient Homes

    Professional energy efficient homes services with quality guaranteed.

  • Floor Plans

    Professional floor plans services with quality guaranteed.

  • Garage Design

    Professional garage design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Green Building

    Professional green building services with quality guaranteed.

  • Guesthouse Design & Construction

    Professional guesthouse design & construction services with quality guaranteed.

  • Handicap Accessible Design

    Professional handicap accessible design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Historic Building Conservation

    Professional historic building conservation services with quality guaranteed.

  • Home Additions

    Professional home additions services with quality guaranteed.

  • Home Extensions

    Professional home extensions services with quality guaranteed.

  • Home Gym Design & Construction

    Professional home gym design & construction services with quality guaranteed.

  • Home Remodeling

    Professional home remodeling services with quality guaranteed.

  • Home Restoration

    Professional home restoration services with quality guaranteed.

  • House Plans

    Professional house plans services with quality guaranteed.

  • Kitchen Design

    Professional kitchen design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Kitchen Remodeling

    Professional kitchen remodeling services with quality guaranteed.

  • Laundry Room Design

    Professional laundry room design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Mudroom Design

    Professional mudroom design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Multigenerational Homes

    Professional multigenerational homes services with quality guaranteed.

  • Outdoor Kitchen Design

    Professional outdoor kitchen design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Passive Solar Heating

    Professional passive solar heating services with quality guaranteed.

  • Pool House Design & Construction

    Professional pool house design & construction services with quality guaranteed.

  • Space Planning

    Professional space planning services with quality guaranteed.

  • Staircase Design

    Professional staircase design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Sustainable Design

    Professional sustainable design services with quality guaranteed.

  • Universal Design

    Professional universal design services with quality guaranteed.

  • 3D Home Design

    Professional 3d home design services with quality guaranteed.