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If you\u2019re like most, employing an architect is not an everyday event. It may even seem like a needless luxury or perhaps more horsepower than you need.<\/p>\n
Relax.<\/p>\n
Retaining an architect can save you time, money and significantly enhance the success of your project, regardless of its complexity or budget.<\/p>\n
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Here are some things to keep in mind as you go through your selection process.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Whether you are remodeling, adding on, or building from scratch, your architect can guide the way. Working with contractors and other construction professionals, architects can create a well-designed project that meets your needs and works within your budget and time frame.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”245499,245498,245468,245637,245629,245617″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” height=”641px” height_tablet=”775px” height_phone=”460px” height_last_edited=”on|desktop” auto=”on” auto_speed=”4000″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”245464,245414,245424,245437″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” animation_style=”fade” animation_delay=”250ms” auto=”on” auto_speed=”4000″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Why Hire Easthope Design?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Every architect has his or her own strategies and methods. My approach is a mixture of three key components:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”16px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Three Ways to Use Easthope Design<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n We tailor our approach based on the scope of your project and your unique circumstances. Whether it\u2019s an ADU design<\/a>, kitchen remodel<\/a> or major home renovation<\/a>, we can help:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_testimonial author=”M.H.” portrait_url=”data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iNTAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUwMCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDUwMCA1MDAiIHhtbG5zPSJodHRwOi8vd3d3LnczLm9yZy8yMDAwL3N2ZyI+CiAgICA8ZyBmaWxsPSJub25lIiBmaWxsLXJ1bGU9ImV2ZW5vZGQiPgogICAgICAgIDxwYXRoIGZpbGw9IiNFQkVCRUIiIGQ9Ik0wIDBoNTAwdjUwMEgweiIvPgogICAgICAgIDxyZWN0IGZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eT0iLjEiIGZpbGw9IiMwMDAiIHg9IjY4IiB5PSIzMDUiIHdpZHRoPSIzNjQiIGhlaWdodD0iNTY4IiByeD0iMTgyIi8+CiAgICAgICAgPGNpcmNsZSBmaWxsLW9wYWNpdHk9Ii4xIiBmaWxsPSIjMDAwIiBjeD0iMjQ5IiBjeT0iMTcyIiByPSIxMDAiLz4KICAgIDwvZz4KPC9zdmc+Cg==” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_css_testimonial_portrait=”display: none;||width: 1px;||height: 1px;||background-size: 1%;” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n It was so easy to work with you remotely! Maybe even easier than locally because you were exceptionally responsive online to all of my questions and design changes. You got back to me immediately and responded fully to things that were unfamiliar to me which moved the design process right along.<\/p>\n Additionally, you communicated with my contractor as well as the City Planning Department to keep us all on the same page.<\/p>\n \u00a0It would be my pleasure to recommend you no matter where in the world you live!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_testimonial author=”M. H-B.” portrait_url=”data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iNTAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUwMCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDUwMCA1MDAiIHhtbG5zPSJodHRwOi8vd3d3LnczLm9yZy8yMDAwL3N2ZyI+CiAgICA8ZyBmaWxsPSJub25lIiBmaWxsLXJ1bGU9ImV2ZW5vZGQiPgogICAgICAgIDxwYXRoIGZpbGw9IiNFQkVCRUIiIGQ9Ik0wIDBoNTAwdjUwMEgweiIvPgogICAgICAgIDxyZWN0IGZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eT0iLjEiIGZpbGw9IiMwMDAiIHg9IjY4IiB5PSIzMDUiIHdpZHRoPSIzNjQiIGhlaWdodD0iNTY4IiByeD0iMTgyIi8+CiAgICAgICAgPGNpcmNsZSBmaWxsLW9wYWNpdHk9Ii4xIiBmaWxsPSIjMDAwIiBjeD0iMjQ5IiBjeT0iMTcyIiByPSIxMDAiLz4KICAgIDwvZz4KPC9zdmc+Cg==” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_css_testimonial_portrait=”display: none;||width: 1px;||height: 1px;||background-size: 1%;” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Richard is creative and sensible. I love it when he comes up with solutions that work and don’t cost a fortune.\u00a0<\/p>\n Coming\u00a0up with a design that wasn’t a complete gut and remodel was a challenge, but in the end, we got a design which we absolutely love. Richard hung in there with us until we got it\u00a0just right.<\/p>\n Talent and experience combined with a sense of humor. A stressful process? Not at all—<\/span>he makes the job fun.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” text_font_size_tablet=”18px” text_font_size_phone=”18px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Easthope Advantage<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Building regulations are constantly changing. In some jurisdictions they can be quite onerous. If ignored, the approval process can add preventable delays and friction.<\/p>\n Because of my years of public service as a Planning Commissioner for a Marin County municipality, I bring an insider\u2019s understanding of zoning regulations, variances and other nuances that can save you time and money. \u00a0With years of construction under my belt, I know what can and cannot be built.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”11px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_cta title=”Let\u2019s work together and turn your vision into reality. ” button_url=”https:\/\/easthopedesign.com\/contact\/” button_text=”Click Here” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#000000″ header_font_size=”33px” body_font=”|600|||||||” body_text_color=”#000000″ body_font_size=”27px” background_color=”#CCCCCC” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”24px” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#CC0000″ button_border_radius=”7px” button_font=”|700|||||||” button_icon=”||fa||900″ button_icon_placement=”left” background_layout=”light” animation_style=”zoom” animation_delay=”200ms” link_option_url=”https:\/\/easthopedesign.com\/contact\/” header_font_size_tablet=”26px” header_font_size_phone=”21px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” body_font_size_tablet=”21px” body_font_size_phone=”21px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” border_width_all=”7px” button_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ box_shadow_style=”preset2″ box_shadow_style_button=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n\n
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