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The Design Department Inc
4.9(
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Serving Cornelius, OR and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Pat has designed a number of homes of which I have lived in or have built for sale. Along with the structural engineer, everything worked well as planned. I can say for sure the design department is a real value as I have built other architect, drawn homes that cost much more to build not to mention the design fees. Pat has the experience , and the eye to design any type of build . DB now retired homebuilder."
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+6

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Backyard Blueprint
5.0(
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Serving Cornelius, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Backyard Blueprint is a family-owned business. We’ve been in the Portland area for 30 years. The challenge of keeping our family close, both aging parents and our young adult children, is an experience we’re familiar with ourselves.\n\nWe have strong partnerships within nearly every trade in the market and maintain full control of our builds from initial contact until you agree the work is done. We’re proud members of the Home Building Association of Greater Portland and the National Association of Home Builders. Our co-owner is a NAHB Certified Aging in Place Specialist.\n\nOur team is diverse and determined, and we believe in the value of continuous learning. We enjoy engaging with our prospective customers to understand your reasons for reaching out.\n\nWe believe what separates us as a company is the humility our team offers. We strive to fully understand your circumstances, and tailor our expertise specifically for you and your family’s needs. Contact us today for your FREE estimate!

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+4

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Leanto Architecture, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Cornelius, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Leanto Architecture, LLC is a well established company in Portland, \nwhich serves the surrounding communities too. We offer the best in \ncustomer service as well as professionalism. We pride ourselves on \nintegrity so our work speaks for itself. Call us for your next job.\n\nwww.leantoarch.com for more info.

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Jack and Jill Bathroom

+13

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.1(
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Serving Cornelius, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We reached out to Evolution Drafting for help with a gym concept we were exploring, and they absolutely delivered. The designs were clean, functional, and helped us weigh our options. What stood out most was how responsive and fast they were throughout the whole process"
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+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Homegrown Architecture, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Cornelius, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

We provide architectural and design services for home owners, contractors and developers looking for a down to earth architects who listen and understand their needs. We have reasonable fees and tailor our contracts to services requested to provide affordable services. We hire engineers and interior designers to provide a well rounded team to our clients with one point of contact.\n\n

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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Design House Twenty Three
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Serving Cornelius, OR and surrounding areas

"We purchased a home and needed help with remodeling as well as designing our new home. Alma was amazing, she found all the contractors and ensured they did an excellent job on our flooring as well as a full kitchen and 3 bath remodel. On top of that she found all of our furniture and decorate everything within our budget. The process was seamless, stress free and done within the promised time frame. Highly recommended!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Construction And Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Cornelius, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"American Construction and Remodeling did a wonderful job with my bathroom remodel. Dennis, the owner, was very communicative from start to finish. He was prompt and on time to inspect the bathroom, provide a quote, and get the job started and finished. The crew was very respectful, positive, and made a point to keep things tidy each day. Whenever an aesthetic decision was needed, the crew made sure I was involved. It was clear that my happiness with the end product was of importance to them, which I greatly appreciated. We have been using our bathroom for a little over a month now and everything works great!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ever-Green Garage Doors
4.9(
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Serving Cornelius, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Engineer was knowledgeable and efficient. He noticed that the door frame mounting boards were pulling away from the wall and fixed them with new lag bolts. My 45 year old door runs like brand new."
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+8

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Ment Architecture, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Cornelius, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Founded in 2022, Ment Architecture is a Portland-based studio founded by Adam Lawler and Solomon Berg. We create places for people to thrive.\n\nThoughtful, smart, beautiful design is what we offer. We create custom single-family homes that speak to the elemental human desire for beauty, shelter, and comfort.

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for architectural service projects in Cornelius, OR

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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