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Paul M. Donoho, Architect
Architects & Building Designers in Kailua Kona.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars3 January 2013
“We can't say enough good things about Paul Donoho. He is the ultimate professional. He was a pleasure to work with, his design work is exceptional as is his attention to detail. He had just the right balance between listening to us, the homeowners, while providing his experienced opinion. He had a great relationship with the contractor, creating a positive working relationship with him while still representing our interest. Even though we had built a home before, Paul provided a level of skill and experience that we could never come close to and we felt completely comfortable relying on his expertise. Having Paul on board throughout the process until the end of construction was extremely valuable.”
WhiteSpace Architects
Architects & Building Designers in Kailua Kona.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars20 March 2014
“We had a great experience with Phillip White, Laura Ayers and staff when building our new home in Manoa. They are professional, friendly, responsive to our needs as well as giving us superb ideas for the creation of our new home. They worked as a positive team, that really got along on all levels. Their working environment made us feel comfortable and welcome. We highly recommend them for any new clients/projects.”
Hawaii Island Architects, LLC
Architects & Building Designers in Kailua Kona.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars22 July 2014
“We purchased a property on the Big Island of Hawaii and wanted an architect local to that area to design our home and assist in its construction as we were not as familiar with the issues that can arise in building in that area since we live in Washington State. We have received excellent service from the firm even before we had the company on contract. We are still in the later design phases, but already have greatly benefited in the design of our home to accommodate the specific climate and other environmental issues associated with building in Hawaii. The firm has the right contacts for all the other necessary engineering and construction services that will be needed in the design, permitting and construction of our home. We find Roger Brasel (principal of the firm) to be very easy to work with. So, this review is relative to the design of our home and does not cover the construction phase.”
Stephen Green Architecture, Inc.
Architects & Building Designers in Kailua Kona.
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars14 July 2015
“Stephen is a very creative architect who designed a beautiful vacation home for us in Hawaii. We worked closely with Stephen for almost three years from initial concept to completion of construction. He solved some difficult design issues with solutions that fit our budget. Since we were Stephen's first major residential project on his own we encountered a few design issues which may have been avoided with more experience or third party review. We would use Stephen again in the future and have provided recommendations to several prospective customers. We would encourage anyone working with Stephen to also hire an interior designer to help address design details.”
Terrance J Cisco Architect, LLC
Architects & Building Designers in Kailua Kona.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars3 February 2012
“As the owner builder of the Keauhou Estates Home featured in the article, I can attest to the professionalism of both Prenty Dinmore and Terry Cisco. I used them on four or five similar projects and they always added value to the projects!Tony ServaT & V Development...Keauhou , HawaiiColdwell Banker Real Estate...La Quinta, CA”
Fins Architecture LLC
Architects & Building Designers in Kailua Kona.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars4 December 2013
“Hai On is the best. He is a multi-award winning architect, but that is not why we chose him. Where he has chosen to do his work - from the Alasks tundra, to the beaches of Hawaii- convinced us he is an innovator at heart and has a deep sense of place and how it fits in design. Hai has a feel for the importance of the flow of air in every room - inside and ou t- of a hawaiian house, and is willing to experiment with innovative means to maximize it. He encourage us to install super vented 12" high sky lights and high screens throughout the house to capture the breezes and avoid the need for ac. THey are a big success, and the envy of neighbors, He is a great listener and a great questioner, who gently probes until he is sure that he understands not only objective goals for a project, but the value base that informs them -and of course the budget to realize them. In our case simplicity, absolute accessibility for wheelchair users, maximizing use of local woods and materials, and a more contemporary look for our 30 year old suburban type home (while still fitting into the rest of the neighborhood) were important to us. Our budget was tight. The whole project was greatly complicated when we discovered extensive damage that had not been revealed by inspection at purchase time. This caused the scope of the project to grow by a factor of ten. Instead of some ADA adjustments and a new floor, we ended up having to go down to the studs and do three complete baths and kitchen, as well as exterior siding, putting headers in that were missing over doors and windows, deconstructing a false ceiling, adding ramps and widening halls, Our cash flow couldn't keep up. Thus we had to use Hai only as a consultant and draw up the plans ourselves. (we wouldn't want to do that again). We had in mind an experimental design for shade screen on the 1800 sf lanai, that would avoid the use of posts. It would hang out from the house like a series of loosely connected flag poles. Hai pointed out the risks we would be taking in a strong wind with our light aluminum members and helped us come up with a solution, which didn't require adding wheelchair barrier to stablize things. We will have some pictures in the next two weeks.Meanwhile, we highly recommend Hai On for anyone who wants an environmentally sensitive, wheelchair accessible house, that doesn't look like it was built for either, they just seem organic to the space.”
GT Design, Inc.
Architects & Building Designers in Kailua Kona.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars10 July 2012
“We have had the pleasure of working on numerous high end residential projects with Gregg Todd and his team. His easy going personality and strong leadership and organizational qualities command great loyalty from his clients and subcontractors both. GT's projects are always on time ( and usually earlier ) and on budget . His conscientious nature and attention to detail ensures a successful end result. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend GT to any client that wants a stress free - enjoyable, personable construction experience whilst building their dream Hawaiian home.”
Summers Architects
Architects & Building Designers in Kailua Kona.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars3 February 2014
“Aza was instrumental in designing our remodel on the Hamakua Coast and he has also provided a wonderful design for our new home in Kohala Ranch. He listens and has excellent conceptual ideas. We would definitely recommend him for your project.”
de Reus Architects
Architects & Building Designers in Kailua Kona.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars24 August 2016
“We are honored to have our products incorporated into the award winning Makai Residence by de Reus Architects, and gladly give them our highest recommendation. The talented team at de Reus consistently produce exquisite, unique and noteworthy projects, from residential estates to resort planning. To work with de Reus is to work among the best.”
Klimt Architects
Architects & Building Designers in Kailua Kona.
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars16 December 2018
“Satisfied with Klimt Architect's overall performance on past and present projects. Klimt Architects is professional, knowledgeable, and responsive. Works well with the client and his subconsultants. Tries to meet the clients needs as much as the budget will allow. Recommended.”
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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 Kailua Kona, HI, keep in mind the following tips to help you choose the perfect one:

How do I find the best Kailua Kona, HI 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 Kailua Kona, HI 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 Kailua Kona, HI 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, Kailua Kona, HI 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 Kailua Kona, HI 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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