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CASNA DESIGN
4.9(
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with CASNA Design was the best of experiences. My husband and I had never worked with an architect before. Mario was patient, answered all of our questions, and was extremely knowledgeable. He kept our mind at ease throughout the entire process and had true excitement around making our project a success. We will definitely use CASNA Design services again!"
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Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service. Zac was our point of contact in the beginning Then Margret did the drawings. The whole team was great. I loved working with them and will surly will work with them again. Our house was only around 1700 square feet under roof, and will look forward to the next house we do."
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+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Outdoor Artisan Inc
4.9(
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Outdoor Artisan did a fantastic job of producing exactly what we were looking for in an outdoor living area. Great communication and great ideas. Could not recommend them enough!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Smart Flooring and Remodeling Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Miguel and his team did an excellent job. I would highly recommend them for tiling or any other remodeling jobs. They finished my basement and it looks fantastic!"
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+73

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Peter Alex Dreier, Architect
4.9(
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Offers commercial services

"As a General Contractor, having a seamless operation from concept to implementation is critical. IDEA's staff is there from the bidding process to the final punchlist walk thru. Their commitment to their work and interest in the out come of their designs is most impressive."
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AirBnB Townhomes

+53

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Archonics, PLLC
5.0(
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"Our project with Mr. Conklin is only in its early stages. He cares greatly about his work and our future home, a caring that is evident in his words and deeds. He stresses keeping us on budget and invests heavily beyond that in detailed advice on things he knows we care about but about which we don't have the experience or aptitude to evaluate or think of on our own. He's a sure winner, in our estimation. We will submit another rating when we have reached closure on the project. As of now, though, we judge that rating will be only more constructive, detailed, and flattering."
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+5

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unified By Design Inc
4.4(
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The work went wonderfully from day one. The workers were the best, and so professional. The quality of the craftsmanship is top notch. We are thrilled with our new kitchen, and thoroughly enjoyed the entire process. Chris, Dan, and their team ensured we were pleased with all the work. The crew stayed on schedule and were delightful to work with. We highly recommend Unified By Design!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Americas Choice Contractors
4.4(
36
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

"My first review was done on 4/1/14.  Since then we have contacted Chuck to get some minor repairs completed.  We also had an issue with the room settling and creating cracks in the walls and ceiling.  We have made several attempts to get them to come out and complete our job.  We were told that they have a 10 Year warranty.  They give us a date to come and work on completing open issues and do not show and do not call.  This has happend more than 6 times in the past year.  This is very frustsrating because I have been required to work 7 days a week and i have several others tasks to complete on my off time besides waiting for someone that will not call or show.


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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Designtime Residential, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was wonderful. Literally, everything was perfect. He was very responsive, and he did a great job with what he did. He recommended professionals to me. I would use him again for sure."
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FAQs for architectural service projects in Matthews, NC

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.

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