Question 1

What can I expect during my initial consultation?

Accepted Answer

After we speak on the phone or communicate via email, I will setup a meeting at your home, future home site, my office, or any other establishment that is convenient. We will talk about your wish list for your new house as well as your budget. Through conversation I will get a good gauge as to your style, size, and complexity of your home. It is okay if you have pictures of styles of homes for me to review. But I can't look at floor plans from other designers or from any printed materials produced by other home Builders or Architects. Some people put together a Pinterest or Houzz album of ideas. This works well but isn't required. The meeting will last between 1 and 2 hours and you are not charged a consolation fee.

Question 2

What is the average price range for full architectural documents?

Accepted Answer

The plan fees are based on the square footage of your home. Each project is different based on its complexity, but the average cost for plans is approximately 2-4% of the overall construction cost.

Question 3

We do not yet own a lot, but we want to build a custom home. Can you help us locate a lot?

Accepted Answer

We don't have a built-in Real-estate service, but we have enough connections to help in the process of securing a lot or parcel of land.

Question 4

What kinds of architectural styles do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We design in all styles. It only depends on what the client prefers. But we have homes designed in styles that range from Arts and Crafts to French Country, to Contemporary and everything in between.

Question 5

What modifications can I make to the house plan?

Accepted Answer

During the preliminary design phase, you are not limited to design changes. Once the design has been approved, and you enter into the construction document phase, you can make minor modifications at no extra charge.

Question 6

Do you provide site evaluations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. At no charge to you, we will meet you at your job site and evaluate the conditions, detailing the necessary steps to complete your design.

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