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Allegretti Architects, Inc.
Architects & Building Designers in Saint Joseph.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars28 July 2013
“We interviewed 3 architects and chose John Allegretti based on his previous work and enthusiasm for our specific project. We wanted to go from a 1-1/2 story, 2 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath to something more. Our lot size is 33 x 132 ft. which isn't much to work with. Our location on lake Michigan's Silver Beach is extremely desirable but our home was not allowing us to take full advantage of available views. John created a full second story complete with a master suite (bedroom, bath and living area) and walk out second floor deck. This deck offers privacy and another beach view perspective. We now have expansive views throughout our home. (John used glass railings throughout.) We ended up with a more spacious home than we had envisioned. John also presented our project to the local planning commission (we needed variances), and remained engaged throughout the project which was a big help to us. We would work with John Allegretti and his associates again.”
HELMAN SECHRIST Architecture
Architects & Building Designers in Saint Joseph.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars29 July 2014
“Nothing but praise for Helman Sechrist Architecture: we are in a home we couldn’t even dream of (better than a ‘dream home’) - designed by Helman Sechrist! We had a design challenge - leaving behind two homes that we loved, and combining into 1 new home that would accommodate my family (husband and 3 kids) and my mom, ensuring space for everyone and universal accessibility. We looked at a few homes in our area, then we spent months looking at plans, and realized that nothing pre-drawn was going to work for our family. From my first conversation with Jeff Helman, I was confident that he understood our unique situation - he agreed that we would need to start from scratch. I realize now that this is how they design all their homes - designing spaces around the needs and wants of their clients, spaces that function perfectly and are beautiful! The journey was amazing - their process ensures they are aware of all the functions you want to accomplish in your home - before any plans are drawn. We met extensively with Jeff and Brad (Sechrist), they were alway patient and a pleasure to work with even when we were not at our best - ( imagine how hard a project is to coordinate between two people - then add a mom / mother-in-law to that mix). The staff at Helman Sechrist was there for us throughout the project - They helped us with the bidding process, helped us pick the right builder, made sure that the house was on the lot where it should be, and even talked us through the inevitable rough spots. I cannot express how much we love our new space, how perfectly it is working for us. The spaces that we are living in are just the right size, very spacious - but still cozy; never cavernous or cold. If you want a house that fits your family and your needs - not a house that you have to fit into - Helman Sechrist is well worth the investment.”
Keystone Designs
Architects & Building Designers in Saint Joseph.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars12 May 2018
“After a few false starts with others in the area, Keystone has been a breath of fresh air, with timely service, reasonable rates, and great customer service. It's also clear that Keystone's technical advice is very sound. Being an engineer, my curiosity can be unwelcome in technical areas, but Ven has helped me fully understand the merits of his work. He's also helped our builder bring solid plans to reality, with little of the friction you might expect between architect and builder. Working with Keystone has been a rare pleasure in today's world; not only has the quality, cost and thoroughness of Keystone's work been excellent, but their sense of urgency has helped keep our rehab project timeline intact.”
Bamesberger Architecture
Architects & Building Designers in Saint Joseph.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars29 November 2012
“Hired to select and evaluate potential sites on our property adjacent to a wetland. After site selection designed a rustic modernist cabin that was environmentally conscious and leveraged the views and available light. Was a great process from the beginning. Truly an amazing, thoughtful and considerate, Fred is an amazing architect and craftsman. We hioghly recommend him.”
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Architects & Building Designers in Saint Joseph.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars30 December 2012
“As a Chicagoland kitchen and bath designer, I have worked with the dSPACE group on a number of residential kitchen and baths. They are a talented and professional group. Great ideas and inspired designs flow from the studio on Lincoln Ave. A pleasure to work with on every job.”
Heidi Hornaday, Architect, P.C.
Architects & Building Designers in Saint Joseph.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars8 September 2013
“We hired Heidi Hornaday to design the house of our dreams, within a tight budget. We had toured several homes she had previously designed and none of them looked alike - assuring us that Heidi listens to her customers and designs the homes that they want, not the home she wants to see them in. She offered us three designs, from which we could pick and choose. Fortunately, we (husband and wife) fell in love with the same design and had few changes to request. We worked through the design process with Heidi, adding and tweaking details. She listened to us every step of the way and always made sure we didn't miss important details. She then helped us locate a general contractor (GC). We interviewed three she recommended and selected one who builds just one "ground-up" house a year. We got an estimate and went back to Heidi and the GC stating that we needed to cut $90,000 from the budget. They met and got the price down by $88,000 without us sacrificing any rooms or square footage. They simple moved down one price point in areas like windows and materials. They didn't take us down to the lowest price point or the cheapest model. They assured us we'd never even see the differences and we haven't. We are halfway through building process and Heidi continues to be involved as we make decisions, like lighting and hardware. She is there as little or as much as we require. She is very responsive, well organized, thoughtful, plans ahead, and best of all - listens. Heidi came to us recommended by a family member who wanted to remodel the downstairs kitchen and maids quarters of a summer-only home built in the 1920's, where maids are no longer employed. Heidi created a beautiful kitchen, bedroom, bath and sitting area that is modern, but flows with the older house, and can be sectioned off from the original house and used as a year-round apartment. We highly recommend Heidi Hornaday and would certainly use her again if we ever planned to build another house or simply wanted a design to remodel an existing structure. We have recommended her to other family members and friends and would recommend her to you as well.”
Warner Home Design, LLC
Architects & Building Designers in Saint Joseph.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars14 January 2020
“In 2012 we purchased several acres in a secluded area in northern Michigan as a place to retreat from our busy, everyday lives. We contacted Ben and Kristi because of their experience, expertise and honest reputation to design a "cabin in the woods" with an open floor plan to maximize accessibility and social living. This would serve as a vacation getaway with an option for our retirement home. Working with Ben and Kristi was smooth and comfortable and they were always accessible for questions and changes. Our beautiful cabin, as well as our experience with WHD, far exceeded our expectations.”
Furkis Architectural Consulting
Architects & Building Designers in Saint Joseph.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars14 July 2014
“Jim came up with a concept to fix a problem we had at our house. It had been cobbled together over the years and added onto numerous times. There were 4 ridge lines that were all different heights and latitudes. They were also all different pitches. His idea eliminated two of them and added a very nice look to the old house. We also gained a nice covered porch area. Jim also provided us with a number of different elevation views of the house with various treatment and siding options. It helped make the two story area of our house go from the look of it being added on to, as an afterthought, to being part of the plan, from the beginning.”
Hibler Design Studio
Architects & Building Designers in Saint Joseph.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars31 January 2013
“Jesse Hibler is an excellent architect, talented and responsive to concerns. We built a home with his guidance over the last eighteen monthsa And we are extremely satisfied. His design captured the feel we were looking for, and we Feel he came up with a plan that suited our needs, both in style and function. Jesse has a fun personality and we really enjoyed the design phase of our project.”
Design Evolutions, Inc.
Architects & Building Designers in Saint Joseph.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars22 August 2013
“I have used Design Evolutions for two of my homes, both in Battle Creek, MI. The second one is so spectacular I could not sell it when I took a job in a new city. Ii so appreciate the talent and abilities of this firm. You know what they say. Be open to new concepts and allow a talented professional do what they love. Our home took advantage of a wonder view location and was sited on the lot with direct interaction with the designer. I personally am a landscaper and artist but not by trade. I wrapped a landscape around my house that even amazed the top landscape company in town. Design Evolutions gave me a creative pallet to allow a wonderful extpreciation from which to put into my art work.”
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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 Saint Joseph, MI, keep in mind the following tips to help you choose the perfect one:

How do I find the best Saint Joseph, MI 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 Saint Joseph, MI 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 Saint Joseph, MI 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, Saint Joseph, MI 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 Saint Joseph, MI 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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Be sure to reach out to multiple professionals, especially for larger projects and don't settle for the first bid you hear. Find the professional for your next project on Houzz.