The Design Process:

The initial meeting and site visit:

We are happy to meet at your location, our office, or any destination of your choice. The first consultation is complimentary. However, please be aware that if travel is required outside of the Blue Ridge area, travel fees may be applicable.

Concept Design:

The concept design is perhaps the most important element of any house design, whether it’s for new construction or a remodel. During this stage, we’ll take your initial ideas, needs, and wants and use our creativity, experience, and artistry to combine them into a clear, visual presentation. Our design development and concept ideas will be communicated through drawings, sketches, computer renderings, and 3D perspective drawings. The goal is to refine and package all of your ideas into a format that can be easily understood by everyone. Throughout this process, there may be numerous changes, additions, and refinements to truly create a functional work of art that meets all of your social and intellectual needs.

Construction Documents – House Plans:

House plans or construction documents are what builders use to bid on and later build your project. These documents provide detailed instructions regarding the scope of the project and include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans and Elevations
• Site Plans and Foundation Drawings
• Building Sections
• Electric and Lighting Plans
• Furniture Layout
• Details and Sections
• Window / Door Schedules

In short, all the necessary information to construct the house or make additions is provided in your drawings or construction documents. Please note that each set is unique, and yours may not include all of the items listed above!

Project Management:

Our clients occasionally request us to periodically inspect the progress of their project, especially if they live out of town and prefer to have someone verify progress and check completion.