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Runa Design Co.
Architects & Building Designers in Forest Grove.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars24 March 2024
“Very professional service called back asap always available. Worked with county for us . This job actually need some changes and they where made for us to comply”
Sasquatch Architecture
Architects & Building Designers in Forest Grove.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars22 August 2023
“I have had two separate projects with Sasquatch architecture and both came in under budget and on time. Kris is very responsive and provides excellent suggestions throughout the development of the project.”
Departure l Architecture
Architects & Building Designers in Forest Grove.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars4 April 2015
“Departure came out to our property after the 2013 Build-It-Green tour and talked to us about potential of building an ADU. A year later, we decided to move forward with building an ADU and again, contacted Dan Lajoie. He came out to our property with the notes and ideas discussed the previous year and was willing to spend a long time discussing our hopes for our ADU. He was able to take our ideas and create a beautiful space that works perfectly for us and our property. Throughout the beginning of the process Dan was available to answer our questions, he spent time sharing pictures and showing us ideas as well as meeting with us regularly to look at his progress. He always took our perspective into account and reworked some of the drafts to ensure we were getting what we wanted; but he also had fantastic ideas that we had not thought of and did a great job inserting his personal character into the project. Overall, we have been really impressed with Dan's patience and his ability to turn a small space into something so functional and beautiful.”
The Design Department, Inc.
Architects & Building Designers in Forest Grove.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars21 April 2015
“Pat did a fantastic job of designing a bump-out for my basement remodel to accommodate the new stairs I had to put in to meet code (very old house). I could not visualize what was going to be done to that part of my home and overall remodel until she walked me through the design, and then ---boom, it hit me! Light, windows, beautiful space utilization and best of all ---it looks like it has always been a part of the house ---does not look like a add-on at all. She was wonderful to work with, listened to what I wanted, and then provided a design to exceed what I thought I could have. She provided great drawings for the contractor and was just really good to work with. I have recommended her to many people and just can't say enough good things about her work and abilities!”
Tuscan Design Build
Architects & Building Designers in Forest Grove.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars8 December 2022
“Ely was excellent in eveything he does. He is very prompt and we loved working with him every step of the way. He came up with a great studio design for our 2nd location. He quickly drafted three different proposal after taking detailed measurements of the place. All designs were amazing. Once we finalize on the deisgn, he quickly put our permit application in with City of Portland for approval. The process was very efficient. He handled all steps of the process very professionally. We highly recommend working with him.”
R Squared Architecture + Planning
Architects & Building Designers in Forest Grove.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars21 August 2023
“I have used this company multiple times for single family and multifamily builds. They are very responsive and work/communicate in flexible hours that work around their clients (in this case my) timeline/availability. Highly recommend for your arch/planning needs.”
Mark Stewart Home Design
Architects & Building Designers in Forest Grove.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars27 June 2013
“Mark Stewart's years of experience in home design and construction gives him an edge over the competition. He has demonstrated over the years we have worked together that he can deliver a great design on budget. I would recommend Mark to anyone wanting to have a custom home designed to fit their lot and their life style. J.T. Roth, Jr. J.T. Roth Construction, Inc.”
Secure Life Homes
Architects & Building Designers in Forest Grove.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars24 June 2014
“I have known Doug more than 30 years. In that time I can attest to his honesty, and performance at the highest levels of quality, attention to detail, creativity, consistency and customer satisfaction. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his many years working at all levels of the industry. He is an intelligent, affable, efficient, straight-talking architect sensitive to customers' visions and budgets. I wholeheartedly recommend Doug for all your architectural needs! He is a true professional, fully invested in his clients and their projects.”
Maria Cohen Design
Architects & Building Designers in Forest Grove.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars31 October 2014
“Maria Cohen is an amazing person to work with. She is knowledgeable of all trades. She understands that the designs need to work for our family and our budget. She is honest and addresses the needs of all family members. She has a sincere approach and a good sense of humor. We have done small projects with her and are looking forward to bigger construction projects.”
Pitkin Building Design
Architects & Building Designers in Forest Grove.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars15 October 2019
“Professional, creative and reliable, Pitkin architects are a pleasure to work with. Deidre is versatile - from coastal designs to desert dream homes.”
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1,350Local Pros on Houzz Who Serve Forest Grove, OR
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It is often said when you're building a house, you’re building a dream. An architect or master of building design can make your dream house a reality. Architects can help you design and redesign spaces of your home or focus on helping you build your own house from the ground up. Architectural firms have extensive knowledge of architectural design and building materials, and a strong appreciation of ergonomics – warmth, light, and flow within a property. As you search through architects and building designers in Forest Grove, OR, keep in mind the following tips to help you choose the perfect one:

How do I find the best Forest Grove, OR architect for my home design or renovation project?


When building or renovating your home, you don't simply hire an architect or building designer — you build a relationship with them. Be sure you chose a home architect who will be involved in all phases of the design process, from the initial concept to the completed construction. Architecture is an incredibly technical profession and one where getting things wrong can literally put lives at risk, so ensure you hire a professional with a valid license or an architectural firm to maintain high quality and standards. Your next consideration will be architectural style. Some residential architects specialise in designing traditional homes or farmhouses, others in designing modern replicas of traditional homes. While a few have a knack for imagining bolder, more futuristic architectural design in Forest Grove, OR that incorporates the latest technology.

Once you have frozen on the architect or building designer, chat through your goals, projected budget, scope of work, schedule and any other specific requirements you might have. Ask them to walk you through the process, including the number of architectural design consultations, site visits and what they will be delivering and when, e.g. feasibility study, a technical drawing, tender package and/or planning application drawings. Also, get a sense of whether they are a good listener, collaborator, and problem solver. Finally, be sure to find out what the architect needs from you,deeds, rights of way, deposit, staged payments and so on.

How much does hiring an architect in Forest Grove, OR cost?


Home construction and renovation often have a preset budget and hence it is important to understand how much architects charge. While there is no set payment structure, independent architects may charge differently from architectural firms. Architects sometimes choose to calculate their fees on the basis of a per square foot rate. In rare cases, especially with smaller projects, Forest Grove, OR architects may choose to ask their clients for a fixed fee. Make sure the total figure and payment schedule is agreed as part of your contract, particularly if you are trying to accurately estimate the cost of building a house.


Questions to ask prospective Forest Grove, OR architects:


  • What types of renderings (3D, video, illustrative) will you produce?
  • Who will be working on my project? (This is very important if you hire an architectural firm)
  • What is your fee structure?
  • What does the cost include?
  • Can you handle my special requests?
  • What is your experience with similar projects/ architectural design and style?
  • When do you expect to start and be finished with the project?
  • What do your services include? (It's best that the services are until construction is completed.)
  • What happens when the cost exceeds the budget?
  • Can you provide me with references?
  • Would you say your work has a defining style? (This is important in case the architect's personal style will interfere with your vision.)
  • Will you help with hiring a general contractor and other subcontractors?
  • What do you estimate the cost will be?
  • Are there any complications you foresee with this project?
  • What will I need to provide?

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