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Avatar for Marc Anderson Architects
Marc Anderson Architects
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Serving Buffalo Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

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"Marc Anderson was incredibly helpful, walking me through the typical process and advising me that I may not need an architect for my specific renovation plans. However, if I do need an architect, he'll be happy to help and I feel assured that I'm dealing with a straight shooter."
Garage & Workshop
This is what the house looked like after it was completed.
Garage & Workshop
Garage & Workshop
1860s Queen-Anne Renovation

+26

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Senga Architects
4.3(
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Buffalo Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We met with owner/senior architect, Firmin Senga to join us in the viewing of our desired property. We wanted to have an architect on board with us for reassurance that the updates we plan will work before we make an offer. He was very helpful."
Exterior
The front of the rehabbed house
Building Entrance
Gazebo
Front of New House

+63

Response time1 day
128 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
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Serving Buffalo Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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Customers say: Super punctual

"I can't say enough about A P Builders and how absolutely wonderful they have been from start to finish. We completely gutted and remodeled our home and Angelo was upfront, honest, timely, and everything that was contracted was done to perfection. We had crew there every day from start to finish. He started on time and finished on time. Any change orders were handled professionally and solutions were found for any unforeseen challenges due to the age of my home. I highly recommend AP Builders for any of your home improvement needs."
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Response time5 days
Response rate99%
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LCF Consulting
4.6(
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Designer - Building

Serving Buffalo Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"LCF Consulting helped us with two projects. Our guest bathroom and our basement remodel. Both turned out amazing. We soon will be remodeling our master bathroom and will definitely be using LCF again. Trustworthy, kind, professional. I'm looking forward to working with Larry again!"
Garage addition
New Laundry Room
Shower in new bath
4 Season Room
4 Season Room

+40

Response time2 days
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Buffalo Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ramon and Ramon Landscaping Inc
4.3(
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Buffalo Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I decided to go with Ramon and Ramon Landscaping to construct a boulder wall in my back yard. From the initial consult to the completion of the project, I was blown away by My. Hernandez and his team. They walked me through the timeline and pricing. I am still blown away by the end result and cannot wait to show it off. Highly recommend Ramon and Ramon Landscaping for anyone looking out there."
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+28

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
4.3(
6
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Buffalo Grove, IL 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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Architects questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you don't need to hire an architect for a garage conversion. Your garage conversion contractor should have the skills and experience to help create your desired design. However, if the scope of the conversion is large and complex, and your budget allows, it's smart to hire an architect to oversee the design.

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.

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.

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 design phase varies by project size and complexity; initial ideas can take weeks, while extensive plans may extend to months for complete detailing.

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