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Avatar for Christopher Pyzik, Architect
Christopher Pyzik, Architect
4.9(
14
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Harpswell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He was reasonably priced, he designed what I asked for. We walked around the house to come up with a design. After the deck project was finished we checked the project to make sure it was what we wanted. After that he designed a detached garage /greenhouse he also designed a carport, but we went with the garage."
Front Exterior View
Lake Home- Raymond, ME
Southwest Exterior View
Leja-Sattler Residence
New Vacation Home

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Monadnock Design & Drafting
4.4(
7
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Harpswell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dennis did an excellent job. He was fast, accommodating (drove a long distance to measure my property, on short notice) and accurate. He was patient, explaining things to me that would help me use the drawings effectively. He recommended additional online tools for me to use to design my furniture layout. I highly recommend him."
Building Section
Structural Sections & Details
Stair Detail
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Solid Framing Engineering, LLC
5.0(
7
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Designer - BuildingDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Harpswell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jacob Scott met with me and a client to look at the structure of an older house that had some uneven flooring throughout. Jacob was knowledgeable and climbed through all sorts of tight spaces. He showed up when he said that he would and was great in communicating."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Evolution Drafting
Evolution Drafting
3.7(
124
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Harpswell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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APEX Drafting LLC
4.3(
6
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Draftsperson/CADDDesigner - BuildingArchitect

Serving Harpswell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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

Plan set 1
172 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Riley and Studio
5.0(
1
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Harpswell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with Riley+Studio was a great experience. Jack is a licensed architect who really listened to what we wanted and turned our ideas into a design that fit us perfectly. The process was easy and stress-free, and the end result exceeded our expectations."
Front Perspective
Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vinlandsverket LLC
5.0(
2
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Architect - Landscape

Serving Harpswell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had recently moved to a new house and wasn't sure what was possible with my backyard. Vinlandsverket designed a plan that included a pool, lawn, planter boxes, and some simple brick paths. The service really helped me plan the brand new yard I wanted! The service was fast, professional, easy, and provided great customer service!"
Portland, ME
Portland, ME
South Portland, ME
Lexington, MA
Denver, CO

+7

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

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.

A designer is a great choice for remodeling projects that don’t require significant structural work. For remodeling that includes structural work like removing load-bearing walls, altering exterior walls, or adding on a room, an architect can design and execute the renovations while ensuring your home remains structurally sound.

A cathedral ceiling is a type of vaulted ceiling with a symmetrical peak that follows the pitch of the roof. They typically peak at a height of 12 to 20 feet, although they can go higher. This dramatic height and steep peak mimic the architecture of many historic cathedrals, which is where they got their name.

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

Federal and Colonial architecture are similar in that they both appear mostly utilitarian and symmetrical, but Federal architecture is a bit more ornate. Federal design often includes decorative palladium windows, window lintels, and, sometimes, columns surrounding a more decorative portico. Inside, Federal architecture is set apart by its centrally-located oval room. Additionally, Federal homes tend to have brick facades, whereas Colonial homes more often have wood siding.

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