Our Story

HUTAFF ARCHITECTS

Is a full-service Architectural practice serving the greater Orange County area whose goal is to provide authentic, timeless, and well-crafted designs. With a "one-by-one" approach, we see that Architecture has the ability to revitalize neighborhoods. Our focus is to work with clients who see their project as not only an investment in themselves, but in the greater community around them.

Mike Hutaff, AIA, NCARB - Owner 

Mr. Hutaff is an entrepreneurial licensed Architect in California and Oregon with over 20 years of experience in the residential and commercial market sectors. Prior to starting Hutaff Architects, he worked as an internal Architect for Toll Brothers, a Fortune 500™ home builder, and Homebound, a tech-enabled home building startup. Additionally, he was a Principal at WHA | William Hezmalhalch Architects, one of the premier residential architecture firms in Orange County. Through these roles Mr. Hutaff has developed a unique perspective of the development process and understands the delicate balance of creating authentic and timeless designs while still managing budget expectations. 

In addition to his professional pursuits, Mr. Hutaff has been married to his college sweetheart for 19 years and has three children. He is actively involved at Compass Bible Church, where he teaches 5th and 6th grade tweens in the EDGE ministry. Additionally, he enjoys coaching youth sports and traveling with his family.