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Avatar for Evolution Drafting
Evolution Drafting
3.5(
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Serving Highlands, NC 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%
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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi

Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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AJ Plans & Designs
New to Angi

Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I am Alison, owner of AJ Plans + Designs! I am so glad you are here. I provide custom home floor plans, residential drafting services, permit-ready construction drawings, space planning, remodel layouts, and 3D home models. Serving homeowners, contractors, and builders, I strive to create thoughtful, functional designs that turn ideas into reality. Whether you're building a new home, planning an addition, or remodeling an existing space, I deliver personalized design solutions with attention to detail and exceptional customer service.

Dimensioned Plan
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Peter Alex Dreier, Architect
4.9(
10
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Offers commercial services

"All work was done on time, was Perfect and they went beyond to make sure I was satisfied. Any questions I had was answered quickly. They really allowed me to do my project knowing I could depend on Peter for help as needed....."
AirBnB Townhomes
AirBnB Townhomes
AirBnB Townhomes
AirBnB Townhomes
AirBnB Townhomes

+53

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Herman Construction
4.8(
18
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"Mark extended our deck and designed and built a magnificent pergola on the extension. This was the second great job he did for us and it turned out perfect. Highly recommended for quality and value."
gazebo roof over
gazebo from other side of house
deck walkway from gazebo to house
from gazebo to back of house
construction of roof over gazebo

+25

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Antoinette Unique Interiors Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"AUI is professional , with excellent design ideas and creative choices . They will gladly work within your reasonable budget , are very responsive and they work hard to meet clientâ s reasonable time requirements . Iâ ve used AUI on a kitchen remodel and 2 substantial bathroom remodels , all of which upon completion exceeded our expectations !! In my opinion based upon significant personal experiences , anyone choosing AUI and having the opportunity to work directly with Antionette will be extremely glad that you did !!"
Vintage Style Bath
Coastal Kitchen
Coastal Kitchen
Chefs Kitchen
Chefs Kitchen

+7

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

A home elevator is a fantastic way to improve your home’s accessibility. Elevators allow anyone, even those who use wheelchairs or walkers, to safely move between floors within your home.

Dumbwaiters may allow you to move items up and down floors, and stair lifts can move people up and down, but elevators are the best option if you need space for people, their belongings, and/or mobility aids such as wheelchairs.

That said, home elevators cost more than other options, such as stair lifts. Consider your needs and your budget when deciding the best way to make your home more accessible to a person with a disability or a person who is aging in place.

Blueprints are generally available for houses built after the early 1900s. Before then, detailed building schematics like blueprints were rarely used and even more rarely saved. If you have an older house and need blueprints, you can have a new set drawn up by an architect or draftsperson.

Italianate architecture is a reinterpretation of Renaissance styles, combining elements of Italian farmhouses and villas with Victorian materials and construction. This home style emerged in the Victorian era, gaining popularity in the U.S. in the mid-to late-1800s. The style came about in response to what many then viewed as the too-rigid and stuffy Classical style designs. 

When conducting space planning, building codes and regulations need to be considered. As long as you are taking them into account and discussing them with the architect, you should be able to do your space planning appropriately.

With proper training and experience, reading blueprints is fairly straightforward and not very difficult. If you don’t have the necessary knowledge to interpret the symbols, abbreviations, and other notations used, blueprints may not make sense. Learning to read blueprints can help you understand the construction process and keep you more involved and informed when you’re building a house.

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