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RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE

New Construction, Renovations, and Additions 

  • New Construction

    • Zoning, setback, and site feasibility analysis to confirm buildability before design begins

    • Custom home design based on daily living patterns, orientation, and long-term use

    • Lakefront home planning addressing shoreline rules, flood elevations, and view corridors

    • Structural coordination for open spans, multi-level layouts, and modern floor plans

    • Permit-ready construction documents and contractor bid coordination

  • Renovations

    • Field verification of existing conditions, structure, and code constraints

    • Kitchen, bath, and whole-home remodel design tied to current building codes

    • Exterior and façade redesign to modernize aging homes while preserving character

    • Lakefront renovations resolving nonconforming setbacks and floodplain upgrades

    • Phased construction planning to maintain livability during renovation

  • Additions

    • Room additions sized and located to meet zoning and lot coverage limits

    • Second-floor additions with full structural load and foundation analysis

    • Rear and lake-facing additions designed to preserve light, views, and privacy

    • Architectural detailing to ensure additions read as original to the home

  • Design Approach

    • Collaborative design process with clear decision points and cost awareness

    • Early coordination with zoning officials and consultants to avoid redesigns

    • Detailed drawings that reduce change orders and construction delays

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