What We Do…
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Dream it.
The initial phase of designing your custom home is an exciting opportunity to envision your ideal living space without limits, focusing on what makes a house feel like a home to you, such as natural light, cozy ambiances, or serene views. You are encouraged to gather inspirations, consider the functionality and flow of each room, and prioritize features like sustainability or smart technologies, aiming to dream big and set clear priorities. Our team is committed to listening and transforming your dreams into a preliminary design, exploring styles, materials, and layouts that align with your vision, thus beginning the journey to turn your dreams into the blueprint of your future home.
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Design it.
This step transforms your initial vision into a detailed plan, with designers and contractors collaborating closely to refine your ideas into a design that aligns with your lifestyle, preferences, and site characteristics, incorporating specifics like room layouts, materials, and special features. Through design meetings, you're presented with sketches, 3D models, and material samples, allowing for feedback and revisions to ensure the final plan meets your expectations for comfort, functionality, and aesthetics. This collaborative "Design It" phase is about refining choices to create not just a visually appealing space but an environment tailored to enhance your daily life, setting the stage for the upcoming construction phase.
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Build it.
This step transitions your custom home from plans to reality, involving skilled professionals and project managers to ensure the construction aligns with your vision, quality standards, and craftsmanship. This phase includes everything from groundbreaking to the final touches, emphasizing transparent communication, safety, efficiency, and sustainability in construction practices. As your home takes physical shape, we focus on the details that personalize your space, eagerly anticipating the moment you begin making memories in your new, sustainably built, and uniquely yours custom home.
THE PROCESS
1 - Initial Meeting
The Initial Meeting is a collaborative discovery session where we explore your vision, preferences, and requirements for your dream home. It sets the foundation for our design journey, ensuring every detail aligns with your lifestyle and aspirations.
2 - Your Property
Involves a comprehensive evaluation of your land to understand its potential and constraints, ensuring your home design harmonizes with its surroundings and adheres to zoning regulations. This step is crucial for optimizing your home's orientation, views, and environmental impact.
3 - Programming / Planning
The Programming/Planning phase is where we define the scope, features, and functionality of your home, translating your needs and desires into a detailed project brief. This strategic blueprint guides the design process, ensuring efficiency, coherence, and alignment with your vision.
4 - Design
The Design phase transforms your vision into construction plans, where creativity meets practicality. We draft initial sketches and refine them into detailed designs, ensuring aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability are seamlessly integrated.
5 - Drawings
The creation of detailed documents necessary for construction approval and execution. These comprehensive plans and specifications bring the design concept to life, serving as the blueprint for building your dream home.
6 - 3D Modeling
Brings your project to life with realistic visualizations, allowing you to explore and refine design details and spatial arrangements before construction begins. This immersive experience helps in making informed decisions and adjustments, ensuring the final design aligns perfectly with your expectations.
7 - VR Walkthrough
An immersive virtual reality experience, enabling you to navigate and interact with your future home's design. This cutting-edge tool provides a detailed preview of spatial dynamics and design elements, enhancing decision-making and personalization.
8 - Selections
A personalized process where you choose finishes, materials, and fixtures for your home, guided by our expert advice. This stage ensures that every element reflects your style and meets your functional needs, making your space truly yours.
9 - Construction Administration
Overseeing the construction process to ensure adherence to design, quality, and timelines. We act as your advocate, coordinating with contractors and addressing challenges, ensuring your vision is realized with precision and care.
10 - Construction Completion / Photography
Marks the culmination of the project, where we conduct a final walkthrough to ensure every detail aligns with the design intent. Following completion, professional photography captures the beauty and functionality of your new home, celebrating the successful realization of your vision.
11 - Move In
The exciting final step is where you transition into your newly completed home. It's a moment of celebration and new beginnings, as you start to experience and enjoy the space designed uniquely for you.
12 - Publication
Showcases your completed project to a wider audience, featuring it in various media outlets and platforms. This step highlights the innovation, design, and craftsmanship of your home, inspiring others and celebrating the collaboration between the homeowner and the design team.
PRICES
EVERY PROJECT IS DIFFERENT, AND PRICES CAN ALWAYS BE ADJUSTED AS NEEDED
Basic
4-5%
OF CONSTRUCTION COST
billed in fixed fee parts prior to each phase
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
Concept Sketch
Design
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT I
Technical Development
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT II
Coordinating Structural Engin.
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Construction Drawings
Plus
6-7%
OF CONSTRUCTION COST
billed in fixed fee parts prior to each phase
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
Concept Sketch
Design Exploration
Design
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT I
Technical Development
Kitchen and Bathroom Layout
Builder Onboarding
Builder Prelim. Estimate
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT II
Coordinating Structural Engin.
1 Photorealistic Rendering
Lighting Plan
Utility Plan
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Construction Drawings
Builder Final Estimate
CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT
Coordinating Bank
Coordinating Builder
Limited Construct. Support
Limited Creative Support
Material Selections
Color Selections
POST CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
Additional Design Services
Concierge
8-10%
OF CONSTRUCTION COST
billed in fixed fee parts prior to each phase
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
Concept Sketch
Design Charette
Design Exploration
Design
Physical Study Model
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT I
Technical Development
Kitchen and Bathroom Layout
Builder Onboarding
Builder Prelim. Estimate
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT II
Coordinating Structural Engin.
Coordinating Energy Rating
2 Photorealistic Renderings
3D VR Walk-through
Lighting Plan
Utility Plan
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Construction Drawings
Builder Final Estimate
CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT
Coordinating Bank
Coordinating Builder
Coordinating Interior Designer
Coordinating Kitchen Studio
Coordinating Cabinet Maker
Coordinating Smart Home Co.
Coordinating Solar Panels
Coordinating Civil Engineer
Coordinating Landscape Arch.
Coordinating Pool Company
Unlimited Construct. Support
Unlimited Creative Support
Material Selections
Color Selections
Appliance Selections
Fixture Selections
Shared Images
POST CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
Move-in Consultation
Additional Design Services