Drafting and drawing services cover a wide range of applications from, very technical to almost abstract. Floor plans, elevations, and simple building sections can be generated by existing paper or computer plans, or by on-site measuring. Old, faded, ripped, or distorted drawings can be re-drawn and saved in digitally editable format for future use. There are no limits to what type or how many different forms drawings can take, both computerized and hand drawn.  Fees for drafting services are based on the size and complexity of the project and what type of drawings are requested.

Recent commissions for drawings include: real-estate plans to show rentable square footage, or changes to layouts between owners; stylized plans for framing/display for restaurants and homeowners; measured drawings of existing conditions for furniture layouts and future renovations; very technical plans for submission to Registry of Deeds and Housing.

Design services are available for small residential projects (under 4,000 square feet). Design types include but are not limited to the following: residential additions and renovations, shed/barn/garage renovations and new construction, interior renovations, changes to floor plan layouts and finish modifications. Fees for design services are flexible based on the size and complexity of the project, as well as the need for coordination with other specialties (engineering, site work, etc.). The typical end product for design services includes full permit documents, full color renderings, and design drawings. 

Design

Drafting

Modeling

Sustainability

Much like drafting and drawing, modeling covers a very wide range of available services and purposes. 3-D digital models can be generated for existing properties or new construction, and show varying levels of detail. These models can create photorealistic renderings that can be used for a multitude of things – from marketing to framing – and can show various layouts of 3 dimensional spaces. Handmade physical models are also available. Fees for modeling services are based on the complexity of the project and the number of renderings requested. Fees for handmade models are calculated with regard to the available information and level of detail. 

Sustainability consulting for homes and LEED projects is available on an hourly basis. As a LEED Green Associate, I’ve been trained in applying the LEED criteria to attain accreditation in several project types. Outside of LEED, training, education, and experience have built a solid foundation to help achieve sustainability and other “green” building goals.