Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about working with an Architect. Don't see your question here? Reach out and we'll be happy to help.
Our process typically follows four phases: Existing Conditions (understanding your site and current home), Schematic Design (exploring layouts and concepts together), Design Development (refining details with engineering consultants), and Construction Documentation (producing permit-ready drawings). We guide you through each step, ensuring you're comfortable and informed throughout.
Timelines vary by project scope. A simple addition might take 3-4 months of design work, while a custom home from scratch can take 6-12 months before breaking ground. We'll give you a realistic timeline during our initial consultation based on your specific project.
Architectural fees depend on the scope and complexity of your project. We offer a free initial consultation to understand your goals and provide a clear proposal with transparent pricing. Our fees are typically a percentage of construction cost or an hourly basis with estimated fee ranges — we'll discuss both options and find what works best for your project.
While not every project requires an Architect, working with one ensures your design is thoughtful, functional, code-compliant, and tailored to your needs. For additions, renovations, and new construction in Boulder County, an Architect helps navigate complex zoning and building codes while creating spaces that truly work for your family.
Yes. We prepare all required construction documents and manage the full permitting process — submitting to the building department, responding to review comments, and seeing the permit through to approval. We handle the back-and-forth so you can focus on the bigger picture.
We work with clients throughout Boulder County, including Boulder, Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, Longmont, and Erie, Colorado. If you're nearby but not sure if we cover your area, just reach out — we're happy to discuss.
Absolutely. We collaborate with a wide range of builders and general contractors across Boulder County. If you already have a builder in mind, we're happy to work with them. If you need a recommendation, we can suggest trusted builders who match your project's scope and style.
Come with any inspiration images, a rough idea of your budget range, and a sense of what's working and not working in your current home. Don't worry about having everything figured out — that's what we're here for. We'll help you refine your vision during the design process.