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Revival Architecture and Design, LLC
5.0(
9
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend Revival! Josh has successfully completed remodel, residential and large commercial projects for us. They are easy to work with, very efficient with their time, and extremely knowledgable of the code. Every experience with them exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend them for any type or scale of architecture work."
Apartments - Chehalis, WA
Front
Rear
Cashmere Mixed Use
Exterior Option 2 Alternate Design

+1

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Lake Atitlan Insulation LLC
5.0(
20
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Designer - Building

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lake atitlan insulation did a professional job insulating our rental in maple valley. Their crew was prompt, communicative, and detailed about their work, even letting me know about things beyond their scope of work. I would do them again in a heartbeat."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by5%of homeowners
Revival Architecture and Design, LLC
5.0(
3
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the customers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.6(
115
)
ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Elma, WA 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%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elevation Home Designs
5.0(
2
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Draftsperson/CADDDesigner - BuildingArchitect+1 more

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ward Engineering began working with Jared of Cornerstone Home Designs approximately 3 years ago to perform residential design work using Chief Architect design software. I find Jared to be the most capable Chief Architect designer I have ever worked with. Jared is very efficient and thorough at developing the residential Chief Architect models. In addition to being competent, Jared makes himself available to provide personal 1-on-1 training over the internet, which has been a huge blessing to our company and clients."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Outdraft, LLC
5.0(
4
)
Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Their work was incredible! Great creativity and communication was super easy. Their designs speak for themselves and I was extremely happy with the work product."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Ascended Constructions
New to Angi
ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
ES Construction
New to Angi
Designer - Building

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

ES Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 2 years of experience serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

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Architects questions, answered by experts

Many drafters go on to continue their education and become architects. Drafting is a necessary skill for architects, so learning drafting is often the first step on a path toward becoming a licensed architect. Drafting can also be a career on its own, with plenty of drafters choosing to specialize and focus solely on drafting.

Greek Revival and Federal architecture are quite similar in that they focus on symmetry and a blend of utilitarianism and opulence, but they differ in a few key areas. First, Federal architecture tends to include a brick facade, whereas Greek Revival homes more often have stucco siding, much like you’d find in Mediterranean houses. Greek Revival homes also tend to be a bit more ornate, with columns as decor, and more decorative and formal porticos.

The various types of architects can be broken down into eight distinct categories, but there can be specific specialties within each of them. Most homeowners will work with a residential, restoration, green, interior, landscape, or retrofit architect for projects. There are also lighting and commercial architects whose work is geared more toward large spaces and businesses.

There are differences between universal design and ADA accommodations, but the outcomes are often similar. While universal design is a proactive process that takes a social justice approach to accessibility for all, ADA accommodations are focused specifically on accessibility for individuals living with disabilities. ADA accommodations often take the shape of wider doors and hallways, ramps, elevators, lower counters and sinks, and easy-to-grab door handles; universal design can include these plus emphasize better lighting, tractioned floors, and other building elements that allow all people to use buildings more comfortably.

A structural engineer's report provides a professional assessment of a property's structural condition. It typically includes an evaluation of the foundation, key structural elements like roof trusses, floor joists, studs, beams, and rafters. The report will also contain a detailed description of the engineer's findings, often supported by photographs, and provide recommendations to correct any identified issues. Depending on the scope of the inspection, it might also include an assessment of property drainage, potential issues from environmental conditions like extreme weather or tree placement, and an estimated time and cost for any recommended repairs.

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