Streamline your building project with permit-ready plans from our expert team. We combine 15+ years of architectural and engineering experience to deliver quality build plans that bring your vision to life seamlessly and efficiently. Save time, avoid costly delays, and get your project approved faster with our proven process.
Streamline your building project with permit-ready plans from our expert team. We combine 15+ years of architectural and engineering experience to deliver quality build plans that bring your vision to life seamlessly and efficiently. Save time, avoid costly delays, and get your project approved faster with our proven process.
Anderson Alexander Architects is a high-end residential and commercial architect. Specializing in Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Vermont, Florida, Mass, and Connecticut. We focus on energy efficient structures, that are both beautiful and functional.
Anderson Alexander Architects is a high-end residential and commercial architect. Specializing in Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Vermont, Florida, Mass, and Connecticut. We focus on energy efficient structures, that are both beautiful and functional.
We have 30 years of Residential/Commercial design experience with experience in Architectural Preservation
We have 30 years of Residential/Commercial design experience with experience in Architectural Preservation
We help business and homeowners reimagine their space through 3D visualization and strategic planning. We are a collaborative of experienced, award-winning Architects, Interior Designers and Project Managers who understand the true meaning of value. People are at the heart of everything we do. We value building trust and keeping things simple yet informative. We understand that a building or renovation project can be complex, but we make it easy and fun.
We help business and homeowners reimagine their space through 3D visualization and strategic planning. We are a collaborative of experienced, award-winning Architects, Interior Designers and Project Managers who understand the true meaning of value. People are at the heart of everything we do. We value building trust and keeping things simple yet informative. We understand that a building or renovation project can be complex, but we make it easy and fun.
Michael Finch Architects is a full-service architecture and design practice. MFA specializes in residential projects, ranging from new custom homes to additions and renovations. We enjoy working on projects of all sizes and collaborating with each of our clients to create unique and exceptional residences.
Michael Finch Architects is a full-service architecture and design practice. MFA specializes in residential projects, ranging from new custom homes to additions and renovations. We enjoy working on projects of all sizes and collaborating with each of our clients to create unique and exceptional residences.
Land Management Systems, Inc. is a multidisciplinary firm engaged in the professional disciplines of Land Surveying and Civil Engineering, established in 1991 by J. Randolph Parker, Jr., P.L.S.. The firm has earned a reputation of honesty and professionalism through continued dedication and commitment to the highest standards of professional practice and individual attention to client concerns and interests as well as those of the community. Land Management Systems, Inc. specializes in environmental permitting, health, zoning and subdivision permitting as well as property line delineation, land court survey, title insurance and condominium surveys. Land Management Systems, Inc. provides site planning and land management consultation as well as construction support, site inspection and as-built surveys. Land Management Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All policies and procedures regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, training, layoff and recall practices will be administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin and citizenship status, age, sex, handicap, disability, martial status or political preference except where any one of these is a bona fide occupational qualification.
Land Management Systems, Inc. is a multidisciplinary firm engaged in the professional disciplines of Land Surveying and Civil Engineering, established in 1991 by J. Randolph Parker, Jr., P.L.S.. The firm has earned a reputation of honesty and professionalism through continued dedication and commitment to the highest standards of professional practice and individual attention to client concerns and interests as well as those of the community. Land Management Systems, Inc. specializes in environmental permitting, health, zoning and subdivision permitting as well as property line delineation, land court survey, title insurance and condominium surveys. Land Management Systems, Inc. provides site planning and land management consultation as well as construction support, site inspection and as-built surveys. Land Management Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All policies and procedures regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, training, layoff and recall practices will be administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin and citizenship status, age, sex, handicap, disability, martial status or political preference except where any one of these is a bona fide occupational qualification.
We offer Complete Architectural Services by licensed and dedicated professionals. Our knowledge and expertise in residential design stands far above your average service provider. Our team has more than 20 years of combined experience in the field of architecture. Reach out with any questions you might have and we'll be happy to help.
"Nikolla Architects provides the best service. Erion is great to work with and was able to capture our vision for the project. Erion was very attentive and reliable and provided us with multiple options/plans based on our budget and needs. We are extremely happy with the result. I would highly recommend Nikolla Architects"
Alma C on November 2022
We offer Complete Architectural Services by licensed and dedicated professionals. Our knowledge and expertise in residential design stands far above your average service provider. Our team has more than 20 years of combined experience in the field of architecture. Reach out with any questions you might have and we'll be happy to help.
"Nikolla Architects provides the best service. Erion is great to work with and was able to capture our vision for the project. Erion was very attentive and reliable and provided us with multiple options/plans based on our budget and needs. We are extremely happy with the result. I would highly recommend Nikolla Architects"
Alma C on November 2022
Commercial and residential architecture services ranging from custom homes to corporate headquarters.
Commercial and residential architecture services ranging from custom homes to corporate headquarters.
Gentek General Contractors, is a full services company that specializes in all phases of construction throughout the state of Massachuses & Rhode Island. With over 10 years of experience, Gentek provides construction services for the Multi-Family Housing, HOA (Home Owner Association), along with Commercial, and Retail Industries.
"Excellent pleasure to deal with we’ll definitely recommend the company"
Fredy K on December 2020
Gentek General Contractors, is a full services company that specializes in all phases of construction throughout the state of Massachuses & Rhode Island. With over 10 years of experience, Gentek provides construction services for the Multi-Family Housing, HOA (Home Owner Association), along with Commercial, and Retail Industries.
"Excellent pleasure to deal with we’ll definitely recommend the company"
Fredy K on December 2020
While you might think that architects only draw blueprints for buildings, they are much more involved in the overall construction process than you might realize. While they aren’t the ones swinging the hammers, architects do the following:
Communicate with the homeowner on the project request, including assistance when exact plans aren’t known
Develop computer-aided models and blueprints of the requested design
Ensure that the design incorporates form, function, and safety features
Provide the contractor with the agreed-upon design
Supervise the general contractor and any subcontractors throughout the project
Communicate any needed changes to the project with the homeowner and draw new plans accordingly
Before settling on and hiring an architect, it’s beneficial to you as a homeowner to ask some questions to familiarize yourself with their work. After all, you wouldn’t want to spend time and resources on a professional that doesn’t specialize in exactly what you want in a house. Some questions to ask your architect include:
How do you charge for services? Is it on an hourly basis, based on square footage, or based on project size?
How do we work together to stay on budget for this project?
Do you anticipate any future challenges with this project? How are these communicated?
What is your project management style? If you are not handling the day-to-day details, who is my point of contact?
Can I see previous similar projects that you’ve completed?
Do you have any specialty experience, like working on historic homes or using sustainable building materials?
The average cost to hire an architect for your home project ranges between $2,200 and $10,500. However, depending on location and project type, you might end up paying as little as $600 or as much as $45,000 or more. For example, the average cost of hiring an architect in North Carolina is between $1,800 and $2,000, but in California, that price tag jumps to $3,600 to $15,200.
The price you pay for your architect also depends on their experience level. For example, a principal architect, the firm's owner, typically charges $150 to $250 per hour. However, an intern architect with three to five years of experience usually only charges $45 per hour.
After you’ve spoken with your contractor and agreed on a project, they’ll draw up blueprints, or plans, that the construction crew will use. The blueprint process can take between four and six months to complete. While this can seem like a long time, remember that the architect must communicate with your municipality to determine codes, communicate with you as the homeowner with any changes or adjustments, and coordinate with the construction crew.
If you simply remodel your home or add an addition, the time to draw up the plans will be shorter since fewer permits and surveys are required. Even still, it’s best to plan for a few months for the architect to complete this part of the project.
Knowing if you need an architect for your project can be tricky, especially if you've never worked with one before. In general, small remodeling projects like replacing fixtures typically don't require the expertise of an architect. However, larger projects, like moving walls or adding an addition to your home, should include an architect to ensure the project is structurally sound.