How to hire a good architect ?

[Sammie Xiao]

Dear BP family, I need some help. Bought a house in Long Beach Want to add 2500 - 2700 sf on top of existing house.

I need to hire an architect to help with the design and apply permit from city.

any suggestions on how to hire the right architect for the job. What questions I should ask when interview them? I found a few companies from Houzz app.

Where do you hire yours?

Thanks!