Posts by Andrew Schaub
10 Questions to Ask When Interviewing an Architect
You’ve decided to build your dream space, whether that’s your forever home or a new office space, and you’re ready to move forward with the design. Any successful project will be the result of many conversations between you and your architect, and you want to make sure you have selected the right firm for the…
Read MoreHow Much Does It Cost to Build a House?
One of the top questions we are asked is, “How much does it cost to build a house?” A quick comparison we like to look at is the question, “How much does a car cost?” It depends if you’re talking about a Chevy Sonic or a Maserati GranTurismo. There’s a wide price difference when talking…
Read MoreUnderstanding Project Budgets
When starting to work with our firm, you likely have one question in mind during the initial meeting – “How much will it cost to build our home?” Since there isn’t a standard budget for every project, we make it our goal to fully understand your vision and clearly communicate the factors that will go…
Read MoreThe Architect’s Role with Contractors
When construction starts on your project, much of the work will be in the hands of your contractor. Throughout the process, we prefer to stay employed as your agent and take the lead of the project team. Although we do not supervise construction, we are active during this time. We work during construction through scheduled…
Read MoreCompleting a Project Within Budget
When working with an architect, the budget is one of the most important things to our clients. Remaining in budget is of the utmost importance to our firm and having a conversation about budget is crucial for a successful project. It’s important for you, as the client, to be open about your budget and explain…
Read MoreA Personal Approach to Your Project
Designing your dream home is a huge milestone in your life, and we are honored to assist you along the way. That’s why our firm is purposefully small. We want to create a boutique experience for every client. You will work directly with the same person, from the first meeting through construction. Since you have…
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