FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Typically, fees range from 3-12% of the estimated retail construction costs, with higher percentages applied to lower budgets. This, of course, is a general guideline and greatly depends on the complexity of the design and the services you want 1to1 to provide. When you hire 1to1, you have access to our full suite of products and services. We only ever charge for time spent. Because every design is different, we want you to use your mental energy thinking of your future space, not whether what you're asking will result in a change order. Police, Fire Fighters, and Active Duty/Veteran Military members always receive a 15% discount on all fees. United States Marines receive a 17.75% discount. 1to1 Design Studio hourly rates are as follows: Sr. Designer $200hr Jr. Designer $175hr Draftsman $145hr Administration $85
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
All projects start with an initial meet and greet. Although we do offer virtual initial meetings, I prefer to experience everything firsthand, from site conditions to how your daily routines are affected by the current home. After you approve the fee proposal, we'll review a questionnaire to gain a clear understanding of how your family intends to use the space and what you ultimately want from the home. My goal is to create a home tailored for you, not just for someone who might buy it later. At this stage, we begin developing the proposed floor plan sketches. Depending on the scope of the project, this might be a quick hand sketch to guide our direction, or it could immediately transition into our 3D software, allowing us to view the space from all angles during the design process.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I studied Architecture, worked for an Architect, and ultimately fell in love with, and missed the built environment. I have spent the last few years, since 2013 working with/for Builders who are passionate about design. I've provided Construction Documents for these contractors while also working side by side with them during the construction process, making sure what is built functions, and looks amazing.