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Last update on February 27, 2026
Serving Oceanside, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Credit card accepted
Customers say: True professional
"Zach did plans for 2 homes for me and he did a wonderful job. One was a complete tear down and rebuild. He was meticulous with details and has true design talent. I would hire him again in a minute."
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Serving Oceanside, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"I couldn't have expected a better service, and that's after using several engineers in the tri-state for past work. This engineer also goes above and beyond. He is meticulous, honest and very responsive. He was truly a pleasure to deal with. I will absolutely be using him again, and I wholeheartedly recommend him.
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Serving Oceanside, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"We had 2-3 years of constant road work as a result of storm Sandy (gas line and water line replacement) and there was a crack that expanded over time in the living area on the second floor. We needed to know if it was structural or cosmetic. Anthony arrived on time and began to examine the crack as well as take measurements to determine any significant changes. He was familiar with the land issues in this area, which I appreciated. He explained as he went along and also went to every room in the home and outside for any other evidence of cracks. He was extremely thorough in his inspection and advised how to correct the issue. In addition he also gave tips regarding procedures for any renovations on the property which was extremely helpful. There was a fee for the inspection and an additional fee for a written report. I would definitely hire again if I have any issues."
Serving Oceanside, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Credit card accepted
"neat clean perfect fair price super friendly and always good attitude. Highly recommend them 100%"
+93
Serving Oceanside, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"We had an amazing experience working with Denny on our home project in Huntington, NY. From the very first consultation, their team listened closely to our ideas and translated them into a beautiful, functional design that exceeded our expectations. Every detail was thoughtfully considered, blending modern style with practical solutions that perfectly fit our family’s needs. The process was smooth from start to finish—professional, responsive, and always clear with communication. What stood out most was their creativity and ability to bring our vision to life while keeping everything on budget and on schedule. The end result is a stunning home that we’re proud to show off and enjoy every day. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a top-tier residential architecture firm. They truly deliver quality, passion, and craftsmanship."
+4
Serving Oceanside, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1989
Customers say: Quick response
"Fast, efficeint, cost effective. Work performed: Commercial Column Repair Detail"
Serving Oceanside, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent Experience – Highly Recommend company. I had a great experience working with this drafting company. The team was professional, responsive, and easy to work with. A special shoutout to Collin Kelsch and Rosa Chatwin for their outstanding cooperation and attention to detail throughout the project."
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Serving Oceanside, NY and surrounding areas
In business since 1970
Free estimates
"I came across Mark Michaels and Great Designs by doing a Google search for Stony Brook Architects. I viewed his web site and looked at the work he had done for other clients.. I was impressed so I contacted him via email with my details and received a phone call back from him later that same day. We discussed how my wife and I had recently purchased this house and wanted to make some changes to it. The house is on a nice parcel of land with a water views and beautiful sunsets, however it is quite unique and a bit eclectic. The house also posed zoning difficulties as it is situated against the back of an oddly shaped lot. Our objective was to add a first floor master bedroom and bath without losing any of the existing water views.
My wife and I met with Mark and showed him the house. He shared his initial thoughts and observations and we agreed to take the next step. Mark prepared a proposal for his services which we thought were quite reasonable. We agreed to move forward.
Mark made several visits to the house, took measurements and made notes. He even video taped the house. The house has two levels but the layout is one of a kind. There are many nooks, odd shaped rooms and changing elevations. Mark took all this information and somehow entered it perfectly into his architectural software. He then used these tools to illustrate how the planned addition would look and its impact on the entire home. We were able to do a virtual tour of the inside and outside of the proposed structure. We quickly became comfortable with the design and moved to the next stage.
Mark prepared extensive building documents which we used to get contractor bids. I also was able to walk into the building department and leave with a building permit on the first visit. We hired a contractor and the project progressed smoothly. Mark made frequent visits to the site and really took ownership of his work. Several of the tradesmen commented to me how impressed they were with his passion for the project, his attention to detail and the integrity of his design.
Well, as of this writing the project is well on its way to completion. It has been a positive experience. My wife and I highly recommend you give Great Designs a look.
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Serving Oceanside, NY and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Free estimates
": Ray was very helpful in realizing our dream extensions. Our project included building a two story additions. A new family room and a new master bedroom including master bathroom. All other architects were out of our price range. We were glad to find Ray because we could afford him. He didn't use a computer rendering of what our project would look like so we were limited to reading the blueprints. At first Ray made blueprints of the new extension with a 3 foot offset from the property line because it was against the ordinance to build new structures less than 6 ft. We had an existing exterior wall 3 feet from the property line. This is where I made a mistake to not question Ray. Ray's advice was to stay away from filing for variances. I let him continue with writing up the blueprints. I submitted the plans to the building department for approvals. It took months and while I was waiting, I called the town and asked them about the 3 foot offset. Remember, I had a existing pre-ordinance wall already there. Why couldn't I just extend that wall ? They said to me "that's a question your architect should be asking us". They wouldn't answer my question so I had to call Ray to calol them to get an answer. This delayed getting the permits another month. When he finally got the answer, it was "yes" we could just extend the existing wall without filing a variance. Ray had to draw up new plans and resubmit the plans and then the town rejected his plans. This was extremely frustration to us because it had nothing to do with the extension. It was about minor details. So that took another month. Again, Ray had to resubmit plans. Through all this Ray was very gracious and apologized to us but it wasn't all his fault. Overall he is a good architect but you have to question him more. If you're not happy with his plans, he will do whatever possible to satisfy you."
+3
Serving Oceanside, NY and surrounding areas
In business since 1987
"He designed and built a nice deck. His crew was very professional and the job was done in a timely manner."
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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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