
Amarant Design & Build Center is a very honest company to work with. They really listen and walk through the construction process with you. They are always on time and they do great work.
Lucrezia M.
San Ramon, CA

After moving into our home it became apparent that the kitchen remodel would be a big project. Not knowing where to begin we asked Tony from Direct Sales Floors in Danville if he knew anyone. His first and only suggestion was Scott Amarant. Seeing as how Tony and his team did amazing work installing our hardwood floors and carpet we called Scott right away.
Scott and Martha were an absolute pleasure to work with. We came up with a design plan and budget that fit our needs and the results blew us away. The entire team – Adam, Geno, Jose, Benny, and of course Scott and Martha, were professional, warm, and honest. Any small issues that came up were handled immediately and all delays were caused by my wife and I. Did I mention how patient they were? It took over a month and several trips to see Russ at Western Tile Design Center (recommended by Martha) before we could agree on a backsplash. Martha specifically was always patient, always understanding, and always available. She brought up little details that we never even considered and her suggestions made the kitchen more…complete (if that makes sense).
I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an amazing kitchen. Thanks guys.
Guita C.
Hayward, CA
My husband and I interviewed several design-and-build firms before choosing Amarant Design to convert our living room and kitchen into a great room. Scott Amarant is a design genius (truly), who quickly assessed the space, our desires, and our patterns of activity to develop a plan that was completely out-of-the-box and absolutely perfect. Similarly, in her custom design of windows and cabinetry, Martha McNally found ingenious ways to accommodate all our whims while maintaining our budget. The construction was accomplished by an in-house team of superb craftsmen who were tidy, personable, and generally enjoyable to have around. Daily on-site management was provided by Benny Garcia, who, when he wasn’t on site, always answered his phone. We felt very well taken care of. It’s been a year since the work was done and we still have that “pinch me!” feeling. If I had anything left to renovate, I would hire Amarant Design again in a heartbeat.
Lothlórien W.
San Ramon, CA
Have to say that my experience with Amarant was great and is still great. Had some minor modification to some work done several years ago and it was taken care of at no charge and without challenge. To me this is absolutely amazing. Recommend Amarant not only for the quality of their work and design ideas but also for their wiliness to stand behind what they have done independent of passing time.
Bruce R.
San Ramon, CA
I recommended Amarant Design and Build to a client of mine who has a home that has a lot of deferred maintenance. Not only have they been able to make the required repairs but have also consulted with the homeowner about changes to the home which will make it much more appealing to potential buyers. There’s no doubt the the homes value has been significantly increased as a result of the high quality of work and the design consultation provided by Amarant Design Build
Bob G.
San Ramon, CA
As a Landscape Architect, I have worked with many different contractors in the Bay Area. On many occasions, I have had the pleasure of working with one of the best in the Bay Area, Scott Amarant. He and his team consistently deliver creative design solutions, professionally executed, to the highest level of detail. Scott is passionate about his work, never settling until everything is just right, even going above and beyond client expectations. His passion for his work and his collaborative style is refreshing and contagious. Working with Scott and his team is an experience you’ll never forget. I highly recommend him for any type of residential or commercial construction project.
Susan F.
San Ramon, CA
Amarant Design and Build is a top notch organization that provides quality workmanship from concept design to project completion. We highly recommend Scott Amarant and his team. The most important testimonial we can give is that we hired Amarant Design and Build twice, in two different homes, 15 years apart! We liked their work back in 2000 and that kitchen remodel was fantastic…so when we decided to do a complete house remodel in our new home in 2015…Scott Amarant is who we called. Scott has a long history in this business and knows his stuff. He stands by his work! His whole team is great and they are people you can feel comfortable having work inside your home. They provide good communication and project management along with being reliable, on time, and quality craftsmanship. And…they are really pleasant people to work with!
Silverlake Remodel
San Ramon, CA
My husband and I are thrilled with our new master suite addition. From the beginning of the design process when we worked with Scott on the layout and Mary-Kate on the interior design, we were impressed by their creativity and professionalism. When the estimate came out higher than what we had budgeted for, Scott and his team worked with us to make the project more affordable. During the course of construction, additional, unbudgeted costs were almost non-existent, which is impressive given the scope of the project. All of the crew are pleasant and professional and the work was completed within the estimated time frame. The bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet are well constructed and beautiful, and thanks to the design expertise Scott and Mary-Kate brought to the project, filled with extra details that make our new master suite even more comfortable and luxurious than we had imagined.
Creative Exterior Landscape Design
San Ramon, CA
We just finished a major master bath/bedroom remodel, and couldn’t be happier with Amarant. They were on time, on budget, and the quality of their work was outstanding. We got involved with them early in the design process, and are glad we did. We had an idea of what we wanted in mind, but it is more difficult than we thought to translate our vision into a concrete plan. Fortunately, Mary Kate, their designer, is a great mind reader. We chose a granite which, though gorgeous, turned out to be hard to coordinate with. Mary Kate was up to the challenge. What we have now is even better than what we envisioned when we started the project. This was a major remodel. We took our large master bath down to the studs and completely reconfigured it, removing the tub and shower, moving the vanities, and adding a large walk-in shower. We also removed an unused fireplace in the master bedroom. Mario, who was in charge of the day to day construction, was a master. Great quality, easy to have around. They were here every day and, unlike other contractors we have dealt with in the past, there was no wasted time, no time waiting for something unanticipated to be taken care of. It was tightly planned and scheduled, and Benny, our project manager, kept it all moving like clockwork. Although my office was above ground zero, there was no disruption to my work other than the inevitable sounds of construction. They kept the site clean, cleaned up after themselves, and did any necessary touch up as they went along. There were days when, but for the sounds coming from that corner of the house, you wouldn’t know someone was there. As with any construction, there are always punch list items, and they came back and took care of them exactly when they said they would. I had been stalling my husband on this project for three years, because I couldn’t face the disruption we experienced on our last major remodel in 2006. If I had known it would go this smoothly, I would have done it years ago. We had been talking about the remodel with friends for years and have recommended Amarant to everyone who asked about it. I don’t hesitate to recommend them, and though I think this was our last major interior project (the yard is next – yuk!) I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.
Sue T.
San Ramon, CA
We worked with Amarant Designs to update our kitchen. I highly recommend this company. Martha was wonderful to work with and helped us to select finishes to get the look we wanted while staying within our budget. Once the work started, communication was great and the crews showed up on time and were very professional. I really appreciated that they did their best to minimize the dust and they cleaned up after themselves everyday. There were no surprise expenses and all was as quoted. Without hesitation, Amarant will be my company of choice for any of our future remodeling needs.
Sylvia C.
San Ramon, CA
They’re very honest, they do excellent work, and you don’t have to worry about them trying to overcharge you for things. I liked their honesty. Any time I call, they send someone out right away. They’re flexible, responsive to emergency situations, and just knowing that you can count on someone for emergencies is worth the money. They are a company I trust.
Alma A.
San Ramon, CA
I’ve had many contractors come in to remodel parts of my home in the past, and none of them even compare to Amarant Design & Build. I wish I could give them an ’11’. They go above and beyond. I just love them. I would tell others to definitely talk to them. I had an unbelievably great experience working with them. They want to do the best for you as the consumer. Scott’s goal was to make me happy and have it exactly the way I wanted it done. I liked the people, the quality of the work, how great it was to work with them, and I liked collaborating with them for ideas. They’re just great, wonderful, and I love them.
Yvonne B.
San Ramon, CA
I absolutely love Amarant Design & Build. They have done wonderful things for us throughout the years. We’ve used them many times for different projects. You can use me as a reference any time. They’re amazing. They always do an incredible job. I recently moved to Pennsylvania, and I wish they were here.
Mark B.
San Ramon, CA
They were very professional, and in my case, they went beyond what was expected of them in solving a problem that came up. They did not design for them, they designed for us. There were no preconceived notions of what was expected of them. They waited to find out what we wanted to accomplish and then they designed it.
Edward C.
San Ramon, CA
I do interior design, so I’m in the trade, and I work with them and with my clients. I would say they have a wonderful product, different types of price points, and the ability to pretty much create whatever you want, from custom to something very simple. I think they’d be able to find what they’re looking for there, and it would be cost comparable. I would say I like the quality of the product, and their ability to install it is on a level of excellence.
Kristin
San Ramon, CA
They’re an excellent resource. They are great people to work with. They’re honest, reliable, and professional. We had a very good experience with them. They did a great job. Whenever we called, they answered our questions, and if there were issues, they solved them. They always answered our calls to discuss changes.
David K.
San Ramon, CA
I don’t necessarily recommend any companies to anybody, even if they’re good, because I let people talk to the companies and figure it out. I’m not one to get involved with that, even if it’s a close friend. I let them find out and give my opinion sometime later on. I liked the finished job. They’re really good with customer relations. There is always someone there who works well with you.
David G.
San Ramon, CA
They did provide their expertise, and I still call and talk to Martha, our designer, about things. They’re great. They really helped me through the process. They’re right there with you through it all. They’re very aware of your budget constraints, and they work to keep within those constraints. Their quality of work is very good. They’re very easy to work with, take good care of your home when they’re in there, and they’re very consumer friendly.
They’ve done a lot of work on our home. I found the designer to be helpful and very good. I worked really closely with Martha and found her to be responsive. If I needed input, she was right there for me and helped me. Remodels are such a big investment, because you live with it for so long, and everything was good. Scott also came in and gave us his input. Altogether, they worked to get it done.
Carolyn O.
San Ramon, CA
I would say that they provide a full service solution. It comes with a high price, but it’s convenient, well executed, and the workers are super helpful.
I appreciate having a single person to work with. Sometimes, other companies make you work with 12 different people and the information gets lost in the shuffle. Amarant lets you work with a single point of contact, so it’s much easier to know that they hear me, do what I say, and that there’s one person to go to if I need to follow up on anything. I don’t need to repeat everything to multiple people, which is nice.
Kelly V.
San Ramon, CA
They were very conscientious and very concerned about whether they were doing the best job for us, from the beginning to the end. We liked that they were a design and build company, which meant that we always had someone to talk to who would see what works best in design, but would also make sure that it was functional and talk to the builders to make the design work.
Susan M.
San Ramon, CA
I chose Amarant Design and Build to design and draw the plans for an addition to our home. Scott Amarant and his team are really great to work with and very helpful throughout the entire design/permit process. We are looking forward to seeing this project jump off of the paper and into our back yard. Thanks to Scott, Patrick and all of the Amarant team. Worth every penny.
Ron K.
Castro Valley, CA
We contacted this company to begin a kitchen remodel. You have to be persistent to get a reservation, but we found it was well worth the wait. It did not take long to get an appointment. At the design center it was really a great experience. They have tons of things to look at and the project manager there was very friendly and helpful. The big advantage of this company is that it is a single-point-of-contact. That is, you don’t need to go to other places to buy the supplies it’s all done here.
Chris L.
Dublin, CA
We had the joy of meeting and working with Scott Amarant these last few days from Amarant Design for bathroom work in our home. He is incredibly smart and goes step by step in the area of the construction work we needed done around our house. Scott is incredibly knowledgeable, a man of integrity, faith and someone we would hire again in a heart beat in the future. He also gave me some much needed and overseen tips on my end. Overall it was an excellent experience. If you need design work or general work done around your home, stop looking and give Scott at Amarant Designs a call. Literally, no need to look anymore, just pick up the phone and call him. We appreciate you Scott and all of the work you’ve put forth for our family. You’ve been an absolute blessing to work with.
Bernice G.
San Ramon, CA
Scott and his team are amazing. They took our idea, gave us suggestions to improve on it, then put it into action. Our house came out beyond expectations. Martha was our designer and she made making decisions easy. Josh, our lead builder was great to work with. If you are looking to do work on your home I highly recommend Scott and his team. I talked to people who had nothing but problems with their remodels. We did not experience any of this.
Chris B.
Pleasanton, CA
We moved back into our home two months ago and are thrilled. We remodeled the whole house: 3 bathrooms, the kitchen, all new windows and outside doors, and a 300 square foot addition that included the removal of a bearing wall. I had heard nightmares of remodeling. Our project came in only 10% over budget and that was because we added to the list. I really didn’t have a clear idea of the finishes we wanted and Martha patiently walked us through the process. So many decisions! But we ended up with something we love. I waited to write this to see their follow up. With not too long of a punch list, Amarant has been very responsive to fix each little detail. I think ten months of remodeling and we are all still friends says it all. I highly recommend Amarant Design and Build if you want to work with professionals who can be trusted and have a relatively stress-free remodel.
Marylou F.
San Francisco, CA
Scott Amarant and his team are exemplary. From the initial interview and scope of proposed kitchen extension/remodel and bedroom/bathroom remodel, everyone through each part of the project was a pleasure to work with. Our only regret is not having found these guys earlier and had them do all our prior projects.
Scott and his team were committed to the project. Their bid was competitive and affordable, and the project was within budget and on time. Scott didn’t try to up-sell unnecessary accessories, and in fact talked me out of a top-of-the-line sink in favor of a much more affordable alternative. Don’t get me wrong, services aren’t cheap, but Scott is exceptionally fair, and the ultimate value comes with a great delivery of product and peace of mind. My continued thanks to Martha, whom created wonderful design samples and was so easy to work with to convey the vision of the new kitchen.
I highly recommend Amarant and his team for any remodel or new construction project, big or small.
Sid G.
Walnut Creek, CA
Scott and his team are the BEST! It is such an advantage to have the same person that designs your vision for your home, coordinate the building of it. Amarant Design and Build has completed my remodel, my parents’, and my friends. Scott helps guide you through the process and is direct with feedback. There is no one better in the East Bay!
Katey D.
Walnut Creek, CA
When I undertook my kitchen renovation project, I was interested in finding a construction firm that could provide me with insights on various design considerations; advice and guidance with respect to the selection of cabinets, appliances, lighting, granite counter tops and flooring; designing the project to meet my budget requirements to be relied upon to to deliver a high quality, visually appealing, remodeled kitchen within my time constraints.
It has been a real pleasure working with the Amarant team over the past several weeks to undertake and complete a kitchen renovation project that has far exceeded my expectations. The Amarant employees work as a team of professional craftsmen who take personal interest interest in your project; work with you to insure a common understanding of your requirements; provide extremely useful inputs and suggestions to the scope of the project and combine their experience, craftsmanship and project management capabilities to complete your project on time, within your budget, with minimum disruptions and delivering a finished product that even impresses your curious neighbors!
I would certainly recommend using the facilities and talents of the Amarant team for any remodel or new construction project.
Joerg A.
Danville, CA
After moving into our home it became apparent that the kitchen remodel would be a big project. Not knowing where to begin we asked Tony from Direct Sales Floors in Danville if he knew anyone. His first and only suggestion was Scott Amarant. Seeing as how Tony and his team did amazing work installing our hardwood floors and carpet we called Scott right away.
Scott and Martha were an absolute pleasure to work with. We came up with a design plan and budget that fit our needs and the results blew us away. The entire team – Adam, Geno, Jose, Benny, and of course Scott and Martha, were professional, warm, and honest. Any small issues that came up were handled immediately and all delays were caused by my wife and I. Did I mention how patient they were? It took over a month and several trips to see Russ at Western Tile Design Center (recommended by Martha) before we could agree on a backsplash. Martha specifically was always patient, always understanding, and always available. She brought up little details that we never even considered and her suggestions made the kitchen more…complete (if that makes sense). I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an amazing kitchen. Thanks guys.
Sammee C.
Seattle, WA
Scott and his team are the best!!!! I work with many General Contractors and there are very few that touch what Amarant Design can do. As a painting contractor we come in at the end of the job, and hear all of the complaints that the client has about the general contractor. Scheduling subs, ordering materials, and balancing the desires of the customer are not easy, and many times there is a disconnect. Amarant is the only Design and Construction firm that I have never heard a single complaint from their customers. I don’t think anyone is perfect, but these guys are as close as you can get. Its not easy being in construction, lots of guys will promise you the world to get the contract for that initial payment, leaving you high and dry when it comes to delivering. Not with Amarant, they are the real deal!
Toby W.
San Ramon, CA
“On time and on budget, or your money back”: that is the commitment Scott Amarant enters into with his clients. While exceptional, this clause pales compared to the artistic solutions Scott offers as part of all his designs. I have seen a number of his projects before and after pictures that demonstrate his innate talent, practical and imaginative solutions for any remodeling he commits to. No doubt that is why his colleagues, roofer, floor, paint and real estate brokers rate Amarant Construction as one of the best in its field.
Rene P.
Pleasanton, CA
Scott Amarant and his team of professionals are top notch in their trade. They do what they say on time and on budget – no games, no cost add ons unless the scope changes. I recently saw a large residential job Scott completed in Walnut Creek and the client was ecstatic with the end result and could not stop raving about Amarant Design and Build. In fact, the client walked me through his entire house in proud fashion. I recommended Scott to my father a couple weeks ago. My father is getting his house ready to sell and needed an outside wood beam repaired. A very small job and small dollars but Scott took care of it. My father and I are much appreciative.
Randall B.
Pleasanton, CA
Scott and the team at Amarant spent five months at my house doing a major remodel. Every room in my home was touched in some way from crown molding to completely gutting my kitchen and master bath. My husband and i couldn’t be happier. The design team listened to what we wanted and gave us more than we asked for. The members of the construction team were considerate, professional, and genuinely concerned about giving us exactly what we wanted, on time, and with quality.
I interviewed three different builders before i selected Amarant, and it was the best choice i could have made. We regret nothing.
Jerrie L.
Dublin, CA
We had our washing machine on the second floor overflow while we were out of the house and we had water damage. After we had the area dried out over several days Scott and his team fixed the drywall in our entryway and put our home back in per accident condition. . They we’re very professional and courteous.
I love their motto. On time on budget or your money back! Luckily for us they were both.
Nick E.
San Ramon, CA
We first used Amarant Design and Build to do some termite work at our home. I was so impressed with their work and attention to detail that when we moved and our kitchen needed to be remodeled I knew who to call. From conception to finished product you can’t find a better company.
Scott, Martha and their fantastic crew are a pleasure to work with. Scott is a wealth of information and has an amazing eye for design. Martha is simply fabulous and is with you every step of the way. She is always ready to help in any situation. The crew is the best I have ever seen. Not only is their attention to detail the best in the business and they are always willing to go above and beyond for their client. When my son got married this past June and I had family coming back to the house after the wedding, the crew (mainly Jose) stayed late to make sure our kitchen would be as complete as possible. He even fed the family dog before he left. Not only have they remodeled our kitchen, which is the dream kitchen I have always wanted, but also our 1/2 bath which turned out beautifully. We still have other projects that need to be done and I won’t hesitate to use them once again.
I highly recommend Amarant Design and Build to those who are looking for a company that has integrity, high standards and the ability to make your remodel dreams a reality.
Lisa O.
Danville, CA
We were installing a vinyl floor in one of Danville apartment accounts and when we removed the underlayment we found a large amount of dry rot, so I called Amarant, they came out the same day I called them, gave the quote on-site, and started and completed the work that same weekend. I value my clients so when I refer to someone outside my company like Amarant I really have to trust them. Amarant came and delivered.
Tony G.
Danville, CA
Scott, Martha and Benny remodeled 2 1/2 bathrooms. They provided very good advice and kept us from making mistakes, offered great ideas, were on time, kept our budget in mind, and were patient and flexible. They also helped us solve strange construction problems. We were very happy with their work. I highly recommend them.
Larry W.
Walnut Creek, CA
I was treated with the utmost respect immediately upon opening the front door. The entire staff greeted me with open arms and led me through the extremely impressive facility at my own pace. Their displays are amazing and made my choice to refer Amarant Design &Build simple. I highly recommend this Company.
Darren B.
San Ramon, CA
Chose Amarant Design and Build to provide plans for a master bedroom, bathroom, laundry room and wine closet. I met with Scott initially, liked him and selected his firm to do the work. Met with one of his associates for field measurements, then met again with Scott to go over design ideas.The initial drawings were very close to what we were after. Met with Scott and my wife and clarified a few things. Plans are now complete and I am headed to the County for approval and permits. At every stage Scott and his team have been attentive and responsive. Very happy to recommend Amarant Design. and Build. Nice, honest people, reasonable rates, and they listen to what you are saying. Refreshing.
Ron K.
Castro Valley, CA
Scott is a neighbor of mine. We talked for some time about the improvements I could do to my house. We started with a 900 sq. ft. two bedroom one bath house. Scott’s ideas and designs were flawless really. He maximized and capitalized upon the existing structure. His ideas were fresh and fluid! He turned my 50 year old 900 sq. ft house into an innovative 2,250 sq. ft. with three bedrooms, two and half baths and even fit in a laundry room. He increased my property value substantially and I was able to gain a 150% return on my investment. He did the same for several of the neighbors as well! I can confidently recommend Scott as a designer and builder.
Catherine P.
San Ramon, CA