The real value of an experienced Architect is apparent right at the beginning – we thoroughly study your situation before we begin designing. The more we know about what you want, the more we’ll be able to help, and that’s what “custom design” is all about.

Obviously, we’re going to put together a set of drawings that describes your project to the builder; but that’s only one of the reasons to hire us – here are some other ways that we can be of value to you:

• Help you find and evaluate potential building sites
• Work with you to evaluate more than one potential design solution
• Create a custom design based on your specific needs, wishes, and desires
• Create a design that responds to your building site
• Establish realistic cost expectations through planning and design
• Architect-designed projects often have higher resale value
• Create a more cost-efficient structural system
• Design for energy-efficiency
• Help you choose materials and colors
• Steer your project through Architectural Review Boards, Zoning Boards, and Building Departments
• Help you find the right contractors to bid on your project
• Evaluate bids from several contractors
• Resolve design issues during construction
• Help you avoid “contractor horror stories”