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Avatar for iCornerstone, Inc.
iCornerstone, Inc.
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ArchitectDesigner - BuildingDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Franklin, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Customers say: True professional

"Richard is a wonderful person to work with. Great communication and very easy going. He knows his stuff! He was able to accomodate the design needed for additions in my 1949 Cape Cod style home, as well as redesign on the interior. He lived more than an hour away, but was willing to travel out to my home for measurements! This was a huge plus. He was able to coordinate the printing of blueprints, so I could pay for them and have them sent to my home, since he lived a distance away. I would highly recommend him to anyone, in need of an architect, for a project, on an older home. He was such a pleasure to work with!"
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+11

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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CLASSICAL HOMES LLC
4.4(
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Franklin, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Every project we have done with Classical Homes has been an excellent experience. The design aspects have been substantial, and have been executed by the architect with attention paid both to the aesthetics and to the functionality of the space. Time was taken to listen to our input, and to incorporate our thoughts into the final design when appropriate. The builder supervisor likewise oversaw the work of his sub contractors with care and concern, and proceeded in an efficient and orderly manner. Costs were outlined in advance, and contingencies provided for. Both of these professionals at Classical Homes were committed to the highest possible standards. We would have no hesitancy in using use them again should opportunities arise."
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Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ArchitectDesigner - Building

Serving Franklin, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have just started working with Steve, but so far he is very professional and pleasant. Update: Steve was great and completed the plans we needed in the expected timeframe. He is very personable and gave us different ideas to think about."
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New Construction

+16

Response time3 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by13%of homeowners
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Guzman Architects, LLC
5.0(
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ArchitectDesigner - Building

Serving Franklin, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We worked with Jose toward the end of 2023 to design our dream home. He was very accommodating from the start, especially with meeting locally since he doesn’t have a dedicated office space. We still prefer meeting in person, so that flexibility meant a lot. Most of our communication was with his associate, Ramy, who was great to work with. He’s easy to reach, patient, and always made sure our ideas and concerns were heard. There were a few moments where it felt like they were double checking details or relying on others for confirmation, but it wasn’t a major issue just something to be aware of with any contractor. Overall, we would recommend them. The one area that could really be improved is their design technology. The drawings felt a bit outdated, and we weren’t offered any 3D house plan. Updating this part of their service would make a big difference, since being able to visualize your home in 3D is incredibly helpful when making design decisions."
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20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Szymanski Architect LLC
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Franklin, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Szymanski architects to design my renovation and would absolutely work with them again. Their expertise helped me design the space with the most functionality for my needs. They were timely and were in constant contact during the project making adjustments as needed. The place came out beautiful and we couldn’t be happier."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MSH Architecture Associates
4.5(
4
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Franklin, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Customers say: Quick response

"MARK AT MSH ARCHITECTURE WAS VERY HELPFUL IN OUR DESIGN. HE WAS VERY ATTENTIVE TO OUR CONCERNS AND MADE SOME GREAT SUGGESTIONS WITH OUR DESIGN. MSH ARCHITECTURE IS A VERY GOOD COMPANY TO WORK WITH. I WOULD CERTAINLY USE THEIR SERVICES AGAIN. I STRONGLY RECOMMEND MSH ARCHITECTURE TO ANYONE IN NEED OF ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES."
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MSH Architecture Associates 5
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.

The various types of architects can be broken down into eight distinct categories, but there can be specific specialties within each of them. Most homeowners will work with a residential, restoration, green, interior, landscape, or retrofit architect for projects. There are also lighting and commercial architects whose work is geared more toward large spaces and businesses.

Above all, the downside to building a new house is a longer timeline. You need several months to finish the build, depending on the supply chain and labor availability in the meantime. Building a home compared to buying one is also more expensive, both in the building process and when it comes to mortgage rates and property taxes.

In the United States, architects must be licensed in all 50 states and the District of Columbia before being allowed to practice or seek business. Licensing requirements vary state-to-state, but overall the architect must be educated, attain a certain level of experience, submit to and pass an examination, and register as an architect. Find out if your architect is licensed using Angi’s contractor licensing search tool

On average, the cost to hire an architect is between $2,200 and $10,500. Hourly rates for professional architects range from $45 to $250 per hour, depending on the architect’s experience level and location.

The cost for architect services vary depending on several factors, including:

  • Location

  • Project type

  • Experience level of the architect

  • Local demand for the architect’s services

  • Overall cost of the project

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