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Our process begins with an initial consultation to define scope, budget, and schedule. We then submit a design proposal. After engagement, we conduct a kickoff meeting and site visit, followed by Schematic Design (plans, elevations, mechanicals, building enclosure specs and curated design direction). After revisions and client approval, we typically coordinate preliminary pricing with the selected contractor before proceeding to Construction Documents.

We clarify project goals, functional needs, budget expectations, timeline, and site constraints. This meeting establishes alignment before formal engagement.

Conceptual floor plans, massing studies (SketchUp model), design direction, interior inspiration, and a narrative describing architectural and systems intent.

Revisions are structured around defined milestone meetings. We refine the design based on feedback at each formal review phase.

Preliminary pricing is obtained after Schematic Design approval to ensure alignment between vision and budget before progressing to Construction Documents.

Detailed technical drawings and specifications that define architectural, structural coordination, HVAC, plumbing, electrical intent, and enclosure assemblies for permitting and construction.

Design typically ranges from 3–6 months depending on scope, complexity, permitting requirements, and client responsiveness.

Owner participation and decision-making, scope size, jurisdictional approvals, engineering coordination, material selections, and construction market conditions.

Acceleration is sometimes possible but may require increased coordination intensity and early decision-making.

Architecture, interior design, structural design, HVAC design, plumbing and electrical design coordination, building enclosure design, building science consulting, building forensics, and owner's representation during construction.

Yes. We design HVAC systems aligned with enclosure performance, comfort targets, humidity control, and energy efficiency goals.

It is the design of wall, roof, foundation, window, and air barrier systems to manage water, air, vapor, and thermal control.

Investigation and diagnosis of building failures such as water intrusion, condensation, comfort problems, and durability issues.

We integrate plumbing and electrical system layouts into our coordinated design process to avoid conflicts and performance gaps.

Both principals are actively involved in every project to ensure continuity of design intent and technical execution.

Yes. We coordinate civil, landscape, and specialty consultants as required.

Through scheduled milestone meetings, documented decisions, and coordinated consultant reviews.

Design fees are typically structured as a percentage of construction cost and vary by scope and complexity.

Yes. We can engage at any stage or and for any service — HVAC Design, Interior Design, Forensic Consulting, Site Selection, Furniture Design, Building Enclosure Design, Contractor Training, Construction Administration, and more.

Yes. Budget alignment begins early and is tested through preliminary contractor pricing before Construction Documents.

Yes. We can help evaluate and interview qualified contractors.

We prepare permit drawings and coordinate with required consultants for submission.

Yes. We handle new construction, additions, and complex renovations.

Energy efficiency isn’t something we add to a house — it’s the natural result of designing it to be durable, timeless, and resilient. When the enclosure properly controls water, air, vapor, and heat, loads drop and systems can be right-sized. Durable assemblies maintain their performance over time, and resilient design avoids fragile, short-lived solutions. In our approach, efficiency is the outcome of sound building physics and long-term thinking — not bolt-on technology.

Yes. We use modeling tools to inform system sizing and enclosure strategies.

We call this Owner’s Agent services. In this role, we represent the client’s interests during construction — reviewing submittals, observing construction quality, coordinating consultants, and protecting design intent. This service is provided under a separate agreement to ensure clear scope, accountability, and continuity through the build phase.

Through airtightness, controlled ventilation, humidity management, material selection, and filtration strategies.

Control of bulk water, air leakage, vapor movement, thermal continuity, and proper drying potential.

As early as possible — preferably before purchasing land or engaging a contractor — to ensure proper feasibility analysis.