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Avatar for Commonwealth Carpentry LLC
Commonwealth Carpentry LLC
5.0(
9
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Architect

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Accurate estimate, he completed my small renovations in a timely manner and with absolute professionalism. Will call him again for my next project"
5472
Kitchen renovation
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+7

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
4.4(
13
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Designer - Building

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These people did an amazing job! Being the guy that I am my house definitely needed some new ideas. I have no clue about interior design, but working with them quickly put me at ease. So if you're looking for a company to guide you in the right direction and create something just for you, go with this interior design company!"
Interior Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Reich Design Associates
3.9(
33
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Customers say: Quality work

"Reich Design Associates is a good Architect, drawing had to be changed for the city of Norfolk planing, there was no additional charges or fees for these changes. thanks Armond!"
Response time4 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
124
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Marlowe's We Care Co
4.3(
19
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott the owner set up estimate meeting in a timely manner and provided written estimate at the same time. I called 2 weeks later to hire and job was done the next day! Trent came to do hardscape repairs and did an excellent job. Both individuals very nice personable individuals. Would hire again."
Fire pit in progress.
installed new cabinetry, sink and light fixture.
Deck, Patio, and Pergola
Before
patio with pergola

+36

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
4.3(
6
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Draftsperson/CADDDesigner - BuildingArchitect

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Plan set 1
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Jeffrey Lees Architect
5.0(
2
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"Jeffrey made this process an exceptional experience for my family. He helped us in bringing our designs to life. He is very detailed and experienced."
View from northeast
Screened Entry Porch
Front (north) Elevation & Entry
West (front) Elevation
View from southeast (after)

+56

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lebo Architecture
5.0(
1
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bill does excellent work. He is the most technically oriented architecture I had the pleasure of working with. He's very thorough and always delivers when he's suppose to deliver."
JRC Mechanical Building
JRC Mechanical Building
JRC Mechanical Building
JRC Mechanical Building
JRC Mechanical Building

+3

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on project complexity, materials, labor, permits, and required revisions.

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

In most cases, yes, hiring a draftsperson will be more affordable than the cost of hiring an architect. However, it’s important to note that the reason is because these professionals provide different services. Draftspersons are more affordable because they do more general mock-ups that help align your contractors with your vision for your home renovation project. An architect will provide more detailed drawings that include technical specifications, structural considerations, and even mechanical components, like electrical box and HVAC ductwork placement.

Above all, the downside to building a new house is a longer timeline. You need several months to finish the build, depending on the supply chain and labor availability in the meantime. Building a home compared to buying one is also more expensive, both in the building process and when it comes to mortgage rates and property taxes.

The country's most famous Neoclassical architecture appears in major government buildings and college campuses. The White House is unmistakably the most famous example, though the Capitol Building and Thomas Jefferson's Monticello are also iconic uses of the design.

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