How It Works
How It Works · Fees · Timelines
Four steps. One clear path.
From the first call to move-in, you always know what comes next and what it costs. Steps 2 and 3 are optional, and what you spend on them is credited toward the next step.
Free · 15 min
Intro call
Tell us what you want to build, where and when. We'll tell you honestly if we're a fit.
Book the call →$500 · Optional
Design Consultation
Two hours at your house or lot. We sketch two or three directions by hand, and you keep them.
Book a consultation →$2,500 · Optional
Modern Vision Assessment
Zoning, constraints and budget, tested before you commit. A written answer in 10 to 14 days.
Learn more →One fixed fee
Design
Concept, 3D visualization, drawings and permit-ready plans. Then we stay with you through construction.
Steps 2 and 3 are optional, and what you spend on them is credited toward the next step.
How long it takes
What it costs
| Construction budget | Our design fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Additions | $450k–$900k | $30k–$75k+ |
| Whole-home renovations | $600k–$1.2M | $25k–$60k+ |
| Custom homes | $1.2M and up | $50k–$175k+ |
Construction is paid to your builder. Our fee is fixed, never hourly, with unlimited revisions during design. For early planning, our Dream Home Planning Guide uses about $300–$400/sq ft for a new home and $200–$300/sq ft for a renovation.
Included
- Concept design
- Spatial planning
- 3D visualization
- Material and finish direction
- Detailed drawings
- Permit-ready plans
- Builder coordination and support
Not included, but we'll recommend someone
- Structural engineering
- Surveys
- Geotechnical reports
- Civil engineering and site permits
- Furniture procurement
- Construction
Questions
Do I need steps 2 and 3?
Not always. Simple renovations can go straight to design. We'll recommend what fits on the intro call.
Are the fees credited?
Yes. If you take both, the $500 is credited toward the MVA, and the full $2,500 toward your design fee.
Who are you a good fit for?
Homeowners who value modern design and want clarity before committing.
Let's talk about your future home
A free 15-minute call. No commitment.
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