Studio 81 International
About
Our Residential Design Firm is diverse. We are involved with our clients remodels, custom homes, infill projects or subdivision work. We are focused on our clients needs and enjoy walking new clients through the process so theat they can fully understand what is involved prior to starting.
We develop our plans in a 3Dimensional program so our clients can full see what they are going to have. Our clients love the process and seeing the designs so clearly
We love every project as they are each unique. Clients pose their individual needs with an existing home or a new lot and the challenges are very specific. We love seeing our clients faces when they see their home in 3D and ultimately seeing it built. We have been focused on residential work for 28 years. We have been recognized within our industry for design achievement and we are passionate about helping the homeless on our philanthropic side.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We will go and meet with a client on site or at their home to review the process and hear about their vision for the proejct. We discuss budgets and clarify the necessary costs a typical project will have.
We then will follow up with a proposal and if everything is in order we will proceed.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
We have over 30 years of experience in the industry.
I have a BS in Environmental Design from UC Davis.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
We do a fixed fee based ont he services necessary. Every project is unique and needs to be evaluated.
How did you get started in this business?
I was interested in residential design and architecture since I was in junior high and was able to persue my dream.
What types of customers have you worked with?
We work with private home owners on remodels and customs.
We work with home builders on subdivision work.
We work with developers on infill projects and landplanning.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
Interview and know your budget. Make sure you understand the process and the deliverables so you can make an educated decision about what is feasible for your needs.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
Their wish list, and their budget are the most important. They also need to understand that their design professionals are part of the cost of the project and they can expect to pay for architecture, structural engineering, title 24 energy calculations, fire sprinkler design and potentially civil engineering depending on the project.