Modern house with a stone and wood front door, surrounded by desert plants and trees, with a geometric walkway leading to the entrance.

+Every inch considered

Most homeowners go into the design process confused and come out of it exhausted. At rye+oak, there is one designer. He does the work, draws the details, and answers the phone. From the first conversation to the last permit. No handoffs. No ambiguity. No surprises.

+Portfolio.

Three projects currently in progress across coastal Orange County.

+From Clients

Tyler, Newport Beach

"Our project was a complete ground-up build. Phil did an excellent job coordinating with the contractor to design a home that stayed within what we could afford without compromising quality or vision. Many important details were resolved ahead of time and as a result we haven't experienced any unpleasant surprises during construction."

Carly, Costa Mesa

“Working with rye+oak has been an incredible experience. Phil is more than just a designer, his eye for design, attention to detail, and thoughtful approach go beyond the typical scope of a designer’s role. Phil is not only creative but also highly practical, always keeping budget in mind without compromising on style or quality. You can tell right away that he is intelligent, well-versed in design, and deeply invested in creating something truly special.”

+Ethos.

I started in trades. Mechanics, cabinetry, furniture, custom clothing. I understood how things were built long before I understood how to draw them. That background is in every project I take on.

Most design problems are not aesthetic problems. They are clarity problems. Someone didn't make a decision early enough. Someone handed the project off to a person who didn't understand the intent. Someone let the contractor dictate the design.

At rye+oak, every inch of a home gets considered before anything gets built. Not because it looks better on paper. Because you will live inside those decisions for decades. They deserve that level of attention.

One designer. Every inch. No ambiguity.

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