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ZS Design Architect
5.0(
13
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Serving Derby, 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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cutler Architects
5.0(
10
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Serving Derby, 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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Laura Lievano Architect
5.0(
5
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Laura is very personable and gets the job done in an efficient manner. She did a professional drawing/ layout for a building permit for my house in Bridgeport,CT. There were not any discrepancies. And she has reasonable prices!😀 Very satisfied customer! Thank you Laura"
After - Front
New Front Porch
Schematic Design
After - New Sunroom
Existing

+10

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Roger Greenwald Architect
4.0(
13
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Serving Derby, 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
3.2(
78
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"To be honest Im dealing with a complicated district and I was kind of frustrated that my project was handed off to a new person but Raegan Hammon was the most patient, kind, professional and efficient Architect I have ever had the pleasure 🙏 of doing business with. Thank you for placing my project in her very capable hands. Forever grateful Leilee Keppard [*** Link removed ***]"
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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Design By The Jonathans, LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jonathan was friendly and professional. He made himself available for me immediately and was right on time for our appointments. He listened to my wishes and started giving me ideas and suggestions right away. I loved that he was hands on and was willing to help me rearrange my furniture during our first meeting. The place already looked better by the time he left. He sent me some suggestions and stayed in constant contact via email and phone until the project was complete. I'm very pleased."
Rustic Mid-Century Barn Kitchen
Light Contemporary Organic Living Room
Light Contemporary Organic Dining Room
Light Contemporary Organic Primary Bedroom
Mid-Century Modern Chic Kitchen

+116

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

Yes, you can finance cottage construction through several options. Construction loans provide funds in stages as work progresses, while home equity loans or lines of credit are available if you have existing property. Some lenders offer a combined construction and permanent mortgage. Always review loan terms and payment milestones before committing.

You should have an architect involved in your project from the very beginning. They’ll be able to direct your vision into workable plans, and they can advise you on potential problems right from the start. You may be able to save money by not using an architect, but larger projects will go much more smoothly with an experienced pro directing the process.

Federal architecture is most common in urban areas throughout the New England states, including the older parts of New York, Pennsylvania (namely, Boston and Philadelphia), Maryland, Massachusetts, and Virginia. The style also dominated in parts of Georgia in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, so many historical homes in the area embody this home design. Salem, MA, has two historic districts that predominantly feature this architectural style: Chestnut Street District and the Salem Maritime National Historic Site.

Blueprints are generally available for houses built after the early 1900s. Before then, detailed building schematics like blueprints were rarely used and even more rarely saved. If you have an older house and need blueprints, you can have a new set drawn up by an architect or draftsperson.

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