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Avatar for ZS Design Architect
ZS Design Architect
5.0(
13
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Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Zachary was our Architect and interior designer for our whole house renovation and additions. He was excellent and couldn't recommend him more! He made a temporary home into our dream home."
Finished Kitchen
After front elevation
After Front View
After front view
Existing ugly duckling front view

+88

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cutler Architects
5.0(
10
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Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Doug Cutler is a very professional, experienced architect who was incredibly responsive. He has an engineer in-house, which made the process of our kitchen renovation even easier."
French Colonial
Modern Modular
Gambrel Colonial
Rye Beach Shingle
Mystic Shingle

+190

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LF Garcia Architects, LLC
4.3(
12
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Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We are very happy with Lou. Not only is he very professional and pleasant, he actualy advised us on a number of aspects of home renovation. We were especially impressed and appreciative that Lou didn't just walk away after delivering his drawings, he kept in touch and followed up on the contractor's work. As a result, some crucial issues were picked up and remedied. Also, Lou is very straightforward and honest. He doesn't charge a fee to come out and scope out the work for an estimate (unlike others who contacted us) and his rates were very reasonable. We would highly recommend Lou."
 Completed
Hearthstone Residence
Completed
Front
New front

+45

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Roger Greenwald Architect
4.0(
13
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Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Offers commercial services

Customers say: True professional

"I was searching for an architect on Angie’s list we’re building a new house in Newington, Ct Roger Greenwald popped up in my search. Roger called me the next day and we booked an appointment for him to come out to the property. He asked us what we wanted and designed the house for exactly what we needed. My mother is an elderly woman, Roger very patient and answered all my mother‘s questions. He wanted to design the house to what stage we were in our life and what would work for us. Roger is extremely knowledgeable in what he does, he returned every phone call every email immediately or within 24 hours. The house he designed was just absolutely beautiful it was everything we wanted. The blueprints were ready within two weeks if not sooner. Roger Greenwald Architect is FIVE STAR I highly recommend him. Once my house is fully built I will come back and upload photos"
New Home Lake Residence
Custom Home
Lakeside House Bathroom
Addition to 1923 Tudor House
Family Room/Master Bedroom Addition

+10

Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by41%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.1(
73
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Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent Experience – Highly Recommend company. I had a great experience working with this drafting company. The team was professional, responsive, and easy to work with. A special shoutout to Collin Kelsch and Rosa Chatwin for their outstanding cooperation and attention to detail throughout the project."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PegArch, LLC, Architecture and Design
5.0(
2
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Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"PegArch, LLC was hire for architectural plans, drawings, and construction assistance with a major home project. We found Mathew to be very easy to work with. He'd draw up some plans, review the plans with us, then modify the plans based on our feedback. He then kept in contact with City Planning officials, us, and the Contractor. He provided the plans to our Contractor. He visited the job site several times and noticed a problem with a dormer installation that was not being installed in the manner specified by his plans. He met with us and the Contractor on the job site , then made arrangements to correct the problem. I received compliments from City officials on Mathew's professionalism and great follow through, holding him in the highest regard. We also feel very lucky to have met and worked with Matthew Pegolo, as he is the most honest and helpful Professional we have ever encountered! Highly Recommended!"
PegArch - CT Residential Design
PegArch - CT Residential Design
PegArch - CT Residential Design
PegArch - CT Residential Design
PegArch - CT Residential Design

+26

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Open floor plans can come with drawbacks—mainly the lack of privacy and noise dampening. Walls act as an important barrier for traveling sounds, meaning in an open floor plan you could hear your dishwasher running while sitting in your living room. Storage limitations and separation of activities (for example, keeping the kid’s playroom away from the dining room) are other reasons some homeowners are opting out of an open floor plan.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

An architect is usually involved in the process of determining the layout and structural features and requirements of the home itself, taking into account the local codes, climate, and materials needed to make the home structurally sound. Architects may communicate more with contractors and subcontractors throughout the building process. In comparison to architects, interior designers typically focus on the aesthetics of a home interior and possibly exterior, helping the homeowner decide on color schemes, textures, and materials to incorporate into the design. 

The biggest upside to hiring an architect is that they will ensure an efficient building process without errors. They will also ensure your home is free from structural issues and that everything is up to building code. Many permitting agencies require architects to draw construction plans and layouts before working, so hiring an architect will also ensure your project is legal. Additionally, architects help homeowners have a clear idea of their project details before the project starts. Hence, they help unify all parties on a shared vision for the project.

When conducting space planning, building codes and regulations need to be considered. As long as you are taking them into account and discussing them with the architect, you should be able to do your space planning appropriately.

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