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Bitarchitects
5.0(
16
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Architect

Serving Mclean, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bit Architects were awesome. I have dealt with architects in the past and they are top notch compared to others. Terry Bitar and her team have gone above and beyond with any and all of my concerns."
Existing Cabin
1012 HANDY AVE
Leonard Remodel
HOFFMAN NEW RESIDENCE
The Mil Corporation

+1065

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Thomas Custom Builders Inc
4.8(
98
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Designer - Building

Serving Mclean, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are extremely happy with the work done by Thomas Custom Builders (TCB). Overall they did an amazing and outstanding job! They had a contractor on site, on time every day. Brian S. was professional, helpful, patient, hard working and skilled both in managing subcontractors and doing work himself. I trusted him with our home and would work with Brian/TCB again easily. I have already recommended their company to others. TCB renovated a few parts of our house, added electricity to a shed and added an entire master bedroom suite on an additional floor (adding approximately 550 sqft to our house). They finished earlier than expected. Our neighbors couldn't believe how fast the addition was completed and how well done. Any additional costs from the original budget estimate were due to our choice to add more work. I waited to write a review. I wanted to live in the addition for a little while to see how everything holds up. We have had only minor things arise and have been very pleased with the responsiveness of Brian and TCB to come back out and check on things. They came back to add a bracket to a new countertop that moved slightly, they shaved a door that was sticking as the weather changed, they fixed the damage done when carpets were installed by another company, they arranged for a rep from the hot water heater company to come out and fix a noise issue, all done at no additional cost to us. I have worked with contractors before but nothing on this level. It wasn't perfect, there were concerns that came up. I had to learn that this was major construction and with major construction comes mess. Brian and his team addressed our concerns and remedied any issue fairly. With so many negative stories I've heard from people who worked with other companies, I am so very thankful that we had such a good experience and ended up with such an amazing master suite and changes to our home. We love it and we receive many compliments. We chose to work with TCB because they came highly recommended by a neighbor who had similar work done and were very satisfied with their outcome."
Rec Room Reno | Clifton VA
Custom Kitchen & Addition | Fairfax VA
Kitchen, Bathroom & Addition | Arlington VA
Rec Room Reno | Clifton VA
Custom Kitchen & Addition | Fairfax VA

+188

Response time2 days
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Willoughby Design, LLC
5.0(
14
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Architect

Serving Mclean, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Todd has been awesome to work with. We asked him for help designing a 2 phase addition that would include work on all sides of our existing house and every floor of the house. He has helped us through the entire design process, answered all our questions, made very good recommendations and answered questions from our builder and the county permit office. His work has been quick, accurate, and affordable. I highly recommend using him for your next design project."
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest

+12

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MA Cleaning & Landscaping Design Inc
4.6(
467
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Mclean, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easy to schedule, they were here early, very polite, and got right to work. They did a great job. Make sure you are completely clear with them about what you want (and maybe also what you don't want) - they did a few things I'd have preferred they hadn't, but I should have been clearer. Would hire again."
Before & After - Sod Installation
Sod Installation
Before & After - Sod Installation
Sod Installation
Sod Installation

+154

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
4.4(
13
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Designer - Building

Serving Mclean, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and detail oriented. They took my vision and brought it to life. Outstanding communication from start to finish on the remodel. Will definitely be using in the future for any remodeling projects"
Interior Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Baumann's Lawn & Landscape
4.5(
134
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Mclean, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Baumann's Lawn & Landscape did an amazing job, in a short amount of time. I couldn't be happier. These are the guys to call! Santos brought numerous workers to execute the job. They effluent and fair I would call them again for my next haul job."
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Additional Photos

+2

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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New Image Remodeling
5.0(
4
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Designer - BuildingDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Mclean, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"He replaced my roof and did an excellent job. He is very responsible, when he was doing the roof in my neighborhood a lot of other residents worked with him as well. I always refer him because he is responsive, always on time, and his prices are competitive."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Architects FAQs, answered by experts

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

When you think about Arts and Crafts-style homes, you probably think of a Craftsman house or a bungalow-style Craftsman. Craftsman is one of the major styles developed during the Arts and Crafts movement, but it checks most boxes. Craftsman houses have low-pitched roofs, exposed rafters, open floor plans, and stunning wood finish.

Most Greek Revival architecture homes are one and a half to two stories, depending on the footprint, which sets them apart from some Federal architecture homes that are three stories. The gabled roof on the second floor can sometimes cut into the living space, especially on smaller homes of this style, which leaves a much smaller living area upstairs.

Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.

Some homes, like those with flat roofs, may not have eaves at all. Some contemporary-style homes also lack eaves, although many may have abbreviated eaves to divert water and protect the walls and foundation. Homes without eaves often have specific types of gutters affixed directly to the edge of the roof to provide adequate drainage.

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