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Marc Anderson Architects
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business+1 more

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was looking through Angie's list to hire an Architect and noticed "Mark Anderson Architects" was open (it was 7:30pm). Decided to give a call and I was expecting a receptionist to answer, but it was Mark himself. Talked to him about the project I had in mind and he gave me all the information over the phone. He was very straight forward. Thanks for your time Mark."
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Garage & Workshop
Garage & Workshop
1860s Queen-Anne Renovation

+26

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EMERALD BLOOM LANDSCAPING
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. We are very happy with the results and we were amazed how fast the work was completed. Patio looks great. Retaining walls turn out great as well. Very Professional company."
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+10

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Thornton, 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%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G.A.STEELE CONSTRUCTION
4.7(
3
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Designer - Building

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

"Gene has been wonderful to work with and pays as much attention to details as I do! He is knowledgeable and dedicated to finding the best solutions for a complex project. We are only halfway through the project now but we will share more information and photos when we finish next week."
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Robert Anthony Renovations
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Designer - BuildingDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

"We had an excellent experience working with Robert Anthony from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and incredibly detail-oriented throughout our kitchen remodel. His team completed our renovation on time, kept the workspace clean, and communicated with us every step of the way. The quality of the craftsmanship exceeded our expectations, and you can truly tell they take pride in their work. They transformed our kitcjen beautifully and made the entire process smooth and stress-free for my family. We are beyond happy with our kitchen and we couldn’t recommended him more."
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Many drafters go on to continue their education and become architects. Drafting is a necessary skill for architects, so learning drafting is often the first step on a path toward becoming a licensed architect. Drafting can also be a career on its own, with plenty of drafters choosing to specialize and focus solely on drafting.

British architect John Nash is credited with creating the Italianate style of architecture. The style was further popularized in the U.S. by landscape architect Andrew Jackson Downing and architect Calvert Vaux. The style spread across the U.S. due to Downing’s popular book on the style and the availability of plans and materials due to the mass production of the Industrial Revolution.

You'll find Arts and Crafts homes across the country in varying styles. On the East Coast, bungalows and Tudor Revivals fill the Boston area through New Jersey. In the West, Mission-style homes incorporate terracotta shingles, white stucco siding, and rounded archways.

In most cases, you should hire a draftsperson for simpler projects like minor home renovations, and you should hire an architect for new construction, structural changes to your home, and large home add-ons. If you’re working on a larger project that demands an architect or structural engineer, your professional will often have a draftsperson on staff and include their services in your estimate.

The process involves initial consultation, concept development, detailed planning, regulatory approvals, and integration of contractor work for project execution.

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