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About Us

A Clear Vision. A Focused Mission. Every Project.

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Our Five Pillars

  • Customer Focus

Ensuring quality of service; There is no greater “call to service” than to attend to the need you have right now without delay and
ensuring this is an achievable and successful outcome!

  • Solutions

Developing innovative solutions. Using technology as a competitive advantage.

  • People

Talent Development. Investment in the people that drive our success to provide the highest level of talent and personal growth for the stability of healthy employees.

  • Monetization

Ensuring probability and sustainability of operations and investments.

  • Operations

Ensuring operational excellence and streamlining in all core business areas.

Meet the Team

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Founder and principal contact for the business. Leads strategy, handles major client relationships, and oversees project quality.

Gary Reynolds

CEO
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Coordinates scheduling, handles communications and client documentation, ensures projects stay on track.

Deana Reynolds

Office Manager
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Manages the design team, ensures plan accuracy, and curates the visual portfolio. Works closely with clients on design revisions.

Christian Reynolds

Lead Designer / Portfolio Manager
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Manages outreach, branding, and the company’s website and social media. Leading the current site redesign and online expansion efforts.

Kim Reynolds

Marketing Manager

Your Project – Our Privilege – A Responsibility We Take Seriously.

For the Designs You’ve Always Envisioned

Universal Drafting & Design’s vision is to deliver precise, innovative, and sustainable building designs for every client. Our mission is to provide expert drafting and design services that meet California’s standards while turning your ideas into buildable, code-compliant plans.

Vision

To create accurate, efficient, and timeless designs that bring lasting value to homes, businesses, and communities across California.

Mission

To deliver high-quality, permit-ready drafting and energy compliance services through collaboration, technology, and a commitment to client satisfaction.

Professional Drafting & Design in California

01.

Quality You Can Trust

At Universal Drafting & Design, we deliver precise, permit-ready building plans using advanced CAD tools and years of technical expertise. Every project meets California building and energy codes, ensuring accuracy and approval the first time.

02.

Expert Design Experience

With nearly 20 years of drafting and design experience in Redding, CA, our team provides expert guidance for residential, commercial, and subdivision projects. From concept to construction, we help clients save time and avoid costly revisions.

03.

Energy-Efficient & Code-Compliant

We specialize in Title 24 energy reports and sustainable design solutions that meet California Energy Commission standards — helping you build smarter, faster, and fully compliant structures.