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Avatar for Coastal Architecture + Development Group, PLLC
Coastal Architecture + Development Group, PLLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"we wanted to build a home that would fit our life style. we have the plans and ready to start construction.we feel like John was the right architect to get us to this point"
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Front Perspective
Raised Front Perspective
Rear of Home
Alternate Rear View

+14

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PHOENIX CONSTRUCTION US JJD, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Above and beyond this companies customer service is truly amazing. I've used a few companies for work on my house and Phoenix is the best ever. The design team understood my desires, their various crews are respectful, clean and - on time! Communication is has been an issue w/ other companies. Not Phoenix. You have your own portal for communication, design plans/pictures and a detailed calendar. So you can easily see your(my) project unfold. Very comforting. Various members of "management" show up each day with the workers to discuss the days activities. Also any concerns or changes. I highly recommend Phoenix for your next project."
New Kitchen remodel
New Kitchen remodel
New Kitchen remodel
New Kitchen remodel
New Kitchen remodel

+16

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atlantic Coast Engineering
4.3(
15
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Jed Hannon is an experienced Structural Engineer. We required two inspections, one for required paperwork and another in order to make a major structural decision. Jed provided both services. We had full confidence in Jed's professional knowledge as well as his informal advice. We would not hesitate to recommend."
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Marco Landscaping of Florida LLC
4.6(
56
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything went great, Marco contacted me quickly, provided a very reasonable quote, and showed up the next day and completed the work very satisfactorily, even went a little above and beyond. I will be using his services again."
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+97

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Ducker Engineering, LLC
3.5(
25
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Brent was very good. He did a great job staying on top of things and quick responses. Price was very reasonable! Would highly recommend. So wonderful to finally have a local company that does things the right way the first time and for the right reasons. With much appreciation, Tanya Windau"
Response time3 days
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Marin Brothers
4.8(
17
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The service excellent from start to complete, on time with schedule, answered all my questions, the clean up 100%,very satisfied I would recommend them and hire again, Thank you Marin Brothers great service, sKa"
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Before
Black Pebbles none polished

+31

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Drawing your own floor plans is acceptable for many kinds of projects, including interior design and room layout. You can use floor plan software to create the plans but keep in mind that the floor plan will only be as accurate as the measurements you take and enter into the software.

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. 

A floor plan is a less detailed illustration showing a building or room's layout from above, including elements like windows, doors, walls, and fixtures. It offers a simplified view for homeowners. In contrast, a blueprint is a more detailed, to-scale architectural drawing that includes all parts of the building plans, such as structural elements, construction details, and utility schematics. While a floor plan can be a type of view within a blueprint, the complete blueprint contains all the necessary details to turn the plan into a reality.

The best way to start designing a house is to know what you want before designing. Making a list of your biggest priorities in a home will help. Designing a house without an idea of what you need or want in a home will lead to many trials and errors that could make it harder to figure out what you need in your design.

With proper training and experience, reading blueprints is fairly straightforward and not very difficult. If you don’t have the necessary knowledge to interpret the symbols, abbreviations, and other notations used, blueprints may not make sense. Learning to read blueprints can help you understand the construction process and keep you more involved and informed when you’re building a house.

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