
As architects, we see the big picture. We are specially educated to help you define what you want in a new home or renovation, present options you might never have considered and help you get the most for your valuable investment. As custom residential architects, we create total environments, both interiors and exteriors that are functional and exciting places to live. We develop your lifestyle into your design. The key is collaboration. We listen to our clients’ needs and help them to articulate a vision. We emphasize craftsmanship, and the use of sustainable materials so that each building we create is as unique as the site it occupies.
Like doctors and lawyers, architects are licensed professionals. As A.I.A. architects, we remain current with professional standards through required continuing education and subscribing to a code of ethics and professional conduct that assure clients, the public, and colleagues of dedication to high standards in professional practice. We are the only professionals in the construction industry who are ethically bound to represent you, the building owner. We can make your life easier. We can help reduce building costs, decrease your home's energy needs and increase it's future resale value through good design. We look out for your interests, We can help you choose the right builder and can help smooth the construction process.
An Urban Focus: Lightroom specializes in the modern renovation of existing residences. We have expertise in bungalow and ranch houses and we breath new life into existing buildings. We have updated numerous projects with outstanding design ideas. We have helped our clients navigate the complexity of the building process and make sound appreciating investments.
The process
YOU
Determine Needs
Set Project Budget
Review and Comment
Approve Design
Authorize Go-Ahead
WE
Review Your Needs
Survey Existing Conditions
Study Existing Conditions
Prepare Base Drawings
Prepare Schematic Design
YOU
Determine Material Palette
Re-Evaluate Project Budget
Review and Comment
Approve Design
Authorize Go-Ahead
WE
Prepare Detail Drawings
Review Your Needs
Acquire Zoning Approvals
Hire Engineering Consultants
Re-Evaluate as Directed
You
Review and Comment
Approve Final Drawings
Select Contractor
Authorize Go-Ahead
Sign Construction Contract
We
Prepare Final Drawings/Specs
Verify and Review All Needs
Distribute to Contractors
Evaluate Construction Bids
Assist in Contractor Selection
Prepare Construction Contract
You
Observe and Comment
Pay Periodically
Acquire Furnished Items
Move In
Occupy and Enjoy
We
Periodically Visit Site
Review Contractor's Progress
Verify Payments, Requisitions
Answer Questions
Resolve Conflicts/Problems