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Evolution Drafting
3.2(
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Serving Columbia, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"To be honest Im dealing with a complicated district and I was kind of frustrated that my project was handed off to a new person but Raegan Hammon was the most patient, kind, professional and efficient Architect I have ever had the pleasure 🙏 of doing business with. Thank you for placing my project in her very capable hands. Forever grateful Leilee Keppard [*** Link removed ***]"
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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M2 Drafting & Design, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Columbia, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job has been completed according to the plans provided; challenge - use and modify existing foundation for new construction."
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Simple Floor Plan

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Handy Helper & The Helping Hands
4.1(
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Serving Columbia, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kelly did a great job. Will hire again. I asked for the bathroom to sparkle clean and it sure did, thank you. All that I asked was done, very pleased with the job."
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+11

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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OSM, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Columbia, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Stewart gave us great insight into the building and permit process. Gave us a fair price and delivered the plans days ahead of when were were told he would complete them. He also recommended a builder who we are going to meet with. I hope we can use OSM again!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Depending on project scope, complexity, and building size, architectural services for businesses typically cost between $2,000 and $50,000. Fees can be structured as hourly rates, fixed pricing, or a percentage of total construction costs.

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.

The best way to start designing a house is to know what you want before designing. Making a list of your biggest priorities in a home will help. Designing a house without an idea of what you need or want in a home will lead to many trials and errors that could make it harder to figure out what you need in your design.

In most cases, yes, hiring a draftsperson will be more affordable than the cost of hiring an architect. However, it’s important to note that the reason is because these professionals provide different services. Draftspersons are more affordable because they do more general mock-ups that help align your contractors with your vision for your home renovation project. An architect will provide more detailed drawings that include technical specifications, structural considerations, and even mechanical components, like electrical box and HVAC ductwork placement.

Designing a building takes 2-6 months, depending on project size, required permits, and revisions.

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