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At Reliance, Your Vision is Our Passion


FOUNDED IN 2006

Every home begins with a conversation. We take the time to listen, understand your feelings, routines, and relationships that define the way you live, merging them with our experience in design, organization and process. The result is more than just a beautiful space—it’s a home that reflects the story of your life. For two decades, the Reliance family has been guided by passion, diligence and connection. We’re dedicated to a home-building process that’s always crystal clear, collaborative and comfortable every step of the way.

Our 3-step Process

We listen to your needs, routines, and aspirations, then guide you with clarity on scope, budget, and possibilities. This foundation ensures the  journey feels clear and collaborative from the very start.

  • Initial Meeting & Introduction
  • Reliance Process, Approach & Background
  • Project Scope, Budgeting & Scheduling
  • Phases, Milestones & Key Dates

Our design team blends creativity with precision, shaping your vision into thoughtful plans. We consider not only aesthetics but also function, flow, and the way your home will  support everyday life. Every detail is intentional, every choice made with care.

  • Schematic Design
  • Design Development
  • Construction Documents & Permitting
  • Interior Design & Decoration

When it’s time to bring the plans to life, our construction team works with the same passion and diligence that define every stage of our process. With craftsmanship, organization, and oversight, we deliver a home that is built to last and ready to be lived in.

  • Pre-construction prep & sitework
  • Exterior Envelope & Wrap
  • Interior finishing & install
  • Post-construction & punch-out

Meet Our Team

Behrooz leads each Reliance project from consultation to completion with vision, discipline, and care. Trained in civil engineering, he blends real estate and design expertise to ensure every detail supports the bigger picture. His process begins with listening and ends with thoughtful spaces that stand the test of time. His passion for work, family, and sports are the three pillars that shape the way he sees the world and the homes he builds.

Behrooz Motamedi

Consult Lead

Golnaz leads Reliance’s design department with creativity, precision, and a deep respect for process. With dual interior design degrees from Ohio State and a background in architecture, she specializes in space planning and rethinking flow and functionality. Known for her meticulous approach, she guides projects from early concepts through permitting, coordinating teams that deliver design packages on time and on budget. Outside of work, she finds inspiration in family, books, hosting, and travel.

Golnaz Motamedi

Design Lead

As Reliance’s construction supervisor, Behrang oversees every job site with a hands-on approach, ensuring steady progress and precise execution. Known for his patient, personable nature, he’s known for making the lengthy building phase feel enjoyable and low-stress. With architecture studies from Ohio State, he blends design insight with practical expertise to turn plans into lasting spaces. Outside of work, he enjoys family life, wood carpentry, and sports.

Behrang Motamedi

Build Lead

Afshan works across renovation and new construction, guiding design from early layouts and permitting through final detailing. Detail-oriented and technically adept, she inherently understands how spaces support everyday life. With a graduate degree in architecture, she designs with balance—focusing on proportion, natural light, and color harmony. Known for her warm, collaborative approach, she always makes the design process rewarding. Outside of work, she enjoys pattern-making and block-printed art inspired by her Iranian heritage.

Afshan Behnam

Architectural Designer

Noa holds a Bachelor of Architecture from USC and interned at renowned architecture offices in Tokyo, where he was exposed to thoughtful, material-driven design. Drawn to small-scale projects, he focuses on quiet, well-considered spaces that feel both functional and personal. Guided by simplicity and a respect for natural materials, he brings careful attention to detail, shaping environments that are intentional, refined, and enduring. Outside of work, he enjoys all art forms—from drawing and martial arts, to film, music, and video games.

Noa Kanani

Architectural Designer

Diana coordinates project scheduling, client communication, and vendor management, keeping projects running smoothly from start to finish. With a background in Environmental Policy and Urban Planning from UC Davis, she brings a unique perspective to the design-build process. Passionate about fostering collaboration, she helps project visions take shape through thoughtful, organized workflows. Outside of work, she enjoys sewing, reading, and bike rides.

Diana Shajari

Executive Assistant

Our Values

We bring your vision to life and deliver exactly what you’re looking for. Because your goals and expectations are our goals and expectations, too.

Quality comes from providing our clients with a comprehensive service experience. From the initial planning and acquiring building permits to construction and the finishing interior design, we handle every single thing about the build.

We appreciate quality design, operating as both designers and craftsmen. From modern aesthetics to cozy atmospheres, the finishing touches are crucial in crafting a unique home tailored just for you.

Word-of-mouth is our favorite compliment. We earn it by being transparent, budget-conscious, and delivering on our promises.

Transparency and communication are key. We use platforms like Basecamp and Gather to provide you with real-time updates to make sure you’re always in the know.

We don’t just build to code, we build to last. Our goal is to create a home that stands the test of time, where families can create memories for decades to come.

We’d Love to Help You Design + Build Your Home

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