Located in San Gabriel Valley, El Monte has a thriving commercial and residential community. With plenty of lifestyle and retail spaces, the city attracts a variety of companies and businesses. Entrepreneurs who are planning on putting up a business in El Monte will also find a wide range of architects and contractors located nearby.

The best commercial architects serving El Monte can be found in Long Beach, Santa Ana, Pasadena, Orange County, and Los Angeles. Before hiring a firm, it’s advisable to review the company’s past projects and clients, and check whether they’ve encountered any problems working with the firm. Knowing these details can help you evaluate and decide which architect will best suit your needs. The companies featured on this list were selected by our editorial team for their diverse portfolio and notable clientele. These five firms have proven their capacity to take on large-scale projects.

Architects McDonald, Soutar & Paz

3575 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90807

Serving clients across Los Angeles and Orange counties, Architects McDonald, Soutar & Paz specializes in commercial projects. Accredited by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the firm provides a full scope of architectural design services with a strong focus on educational and institutional facilities. Operating for 25 years, the design studio has completed over 1,200 projects and has a combined industry experience of 80 years. Some of the firm’s prominent projects include the Long Beach Unified District and Los Angeles County Office of Education.

Founded by Reed McDonald, Mike Soutar, and Edgar Paz, the company has received several recognitions, including the American School and University Outstanding Design Award. From design to documentation and construction, the company provides superior quality and service across various industries, with projects of over a million dollars. The BMW Motorcycle Dealership in Long Beach showcases the firm’s strength in designing an attractive and functional showroom. The facility also features energy-efficient practices while maximizing the property’s stunning city views.

McKently Malak Architects

35 Hugus Alley Suite #200, Pasadena, CA 91103

For 20 years, McKently Malak Architects has been providing a broad range of architecture services across Los Angeles, including architecture, planning, and design. Catering to commercial, retail, mixed-use, hospitality, and housing clients, the firm is recognized for its innovative concepts and creative solutions. Over the years, the company has developed its expertise in project management and documentation approvals. From small to large properties, the firm has completed hundreds of acres of projects since its inception.

Spearheading the firm is president Ken McKently, who has extensive experience in various aspects of the architecture industry. The Santa Fe Trail Plaza is a notable example of the firm’s work. McKently Malak Architects was hired to design a major redevelopment project in El Monte, with the challenge of blending the architectural design of the property with the housing developments in the neighborhood. The property’s design features an efficient layout of outdoor patios and plazas for easy navigation. The firm’s impressive work earned it a feature in the Inland Empire.

Kluger Architects

560 N. Western Ave. 2nd floor, Los Angeles, CA 90004

Founded in 1994, Kluger Architects offers a full scope of architectural design and planning solutions to clients throughout Los Angeles. The design studio has worked on over 1,000 projects, with the majority of its clients located across Southern California. Most of the firm’s clients are commercial, healthcare, and religious institutions. Dedicated to delivering high-quality design and exceptional services, the company maintains high standards from predesign to postproject completion.

Principal Charles E. Kluger is an award-winning architect with recognitions including the Design Award of Honor from the California Society of Registered Architects. The firm’s outstanding work has been featured in several news outlets, including Yahoo Finance and Architect Magazine. Kluger Architects was commissioned by The Bowers Museum in Santa Ana to create design upgrades to comply with the ADA. Before the project, the firm had already worked with the zoo of the City of Santa Ana. In 2019, the firm received the Certificate of Appreciation from the City of Los Angeles.

SVA Architects 

6 Hutton Centre Dr. Suite #1150, Santa Ana, CA 92707

Santa Ana-based SVA Architects offers complete architectural services for a broad range of industries throughout California. Specializing in commercial, civic, educational, military, mixed-use, and residential projects, the firm is widely known for delivering exceptional designs that consider the needs of the client and the community. Since 2003, the company has been developing innovative designs for both public and private clients. Leading the firm are partners Robert Simons and Ernesto Vasquez, whose combined experience brings a unique perspective to the firm’s design approach.

SVA Architects is dedicated to producing sustainable designs and practices. One of the company’s noteworthy projects is the California Baptist University Events Center located in Riverside. This 152,000-square-foot facility serves as the university’s sports and event center. SVA was assigned to create a design that merges functionality and creativity while still blending in with the school’s existing architecture. In 2021, the architecture firm was honored with four Awards of Merit at the PCBC Gold Nuggets Awards. The firm received the Best Special Use Project Award for its work on the event center.