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ML Architecture, LLC
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"It was a pleasure working with Mirek on this project. He did an excellent job listening to my ideas, but also had his input on his own vision. You can tell heâ s a very experienced architect. Iâ m glad my contractor recommended him and I will definitely be using him in the future again!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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RAB Architects
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Came to my project site quick and gave me a detailed description of what will be done , and also gave advice on how to help with the project like designing it for a budget friendly price for when we hire contractors to do the job , he had the architect plans drawn and approved asap with no flaws or re dos , the plans were approved right away at the town hall permits , couldn’t be happier and the price was no where close to what others were wanting to charge for less service and help, he stayed and helped us design our rental kitchen and bathroom with his ideas and it just made sense to use his design , you can tell he’s experienced and knowledgeable, and agian the price is best you’ll find , 5 stars will definitely use when I need an architect again."
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Response time2 days
Response rate99%
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Joseph Primiano Architect
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Joe designed a beautiful family room addition to expand our Cape Cod style home. His design integrated the new room beautifully into the existing house and it looks like it was always there.  All of the builders who bid on his design remarked how detailed and complete his plans were. I would use him again without hesitation. A really good architect and a heck of a nice guy.
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Response time2 days
Response rate86%
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Metamechanics, LLC
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent response time- The principal architect is extremely bright and knowledgable. Feeling confident at the beginning of our project."
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Response time2 days
Response rate94%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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James Phillip Golden Architect
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

High end architect specializing in making a house feel like home!\nI make people’s dream homes a reality. There is nothing more satisfying to me then improving the quality of life for my clients and giving them a house that they are able to make into their homes.\nI have been a licensed architect since 2015 and am currently registered in Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Maine and Massachusetts. With my NCARB certificate I am able, if necessary, to obtain reciprocal licensure throughout the country in a short time period. \n\nI am inspired by our local built environment, humble materials, classical building forms and traditional building details. I have a strong interest in the reinterpretation of classical building forms, blended with contemporary open floor plans. \nI have a stronger interest in helping to guide my clients to ways of improving the quality of their lives through adapting the built environment to meet their needs.

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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paradigm Architecture
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Customers say: True professional

"I am so grateful to have met Tony. He has been incredible to work with from beginning to end. I spoke to several architects but Tony was unique. Not only did he listen well to my priorities but he was able to direct my design ideas in the appropriate decision for my project which lead me towards my goals! He also customized a design package for me that fit the exact intent of my project. Tony worked reasonably on schedule and was accessible and responsive. He was very fair and got me through permit approval with ease! He also gave me a great builder recommendation and after speaking with a few builders, his builder recommendation exceeded the others. I would work with Tony again and would highly recommend him to for any residential or commercial design project. Thank you Tony!!!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atepa East Architect
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very accessible to clients. The quality of work is excellent and recommends professionals on the same caliber. All work was completed in a timely manner and helped me understand ways to cut costs and maintain quality. Iâ ve used them now on 3 projects and will continue to use them."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Acts of Architecture PLLC
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Serving Tenafly, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

The place you dream of may not exist yet, our purpose is to help you change that. We are designers with a focus in architecture, interiors, spatial, and visceral projects. Our process is collaborative, bringing rigorous listening, research, testing and analysis to uncover possibilities and opportunities inherent in each project and reach the best ideas together.\n\nWe design places that sustain remarkable lives.\nwww.actsofa.com

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for architectural service projects in Tenafly, NJ

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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