S B HARRIS DESIGN Homes Landscapes & Interiors
About
We provide design services for fine Homes, Landscapes, & Interiors. Our understanding of these three components give us the unique advantage of providing designs, whether in one area or all three, that are well coordinated to create a "whole" project. We regard listening as one of our most important tools, and measure success by how our clients see their project as as a direct reflection of themselves.
I find that when clients' can "see themselves" in the finished project, that is the most rewarding confirmation of the work I do. Helping clients' find their "voice" in the designs they want and need, and then putting them down on paper and seeing them built, is what I strive to give to each client. Having years of experience developing good working relationship, applying my design talents, and putting into practice the technical means and methods of building beautifully and effectively is what keeps me excited.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
A "typical" process can take many forms depending on the nature of projects which can vary greatly in scale, wants and needs, and goals. However, in general, each project begins with an introductory meeting in which I offer a one hour no-charge initial consulatation with clients at their home or project site. This gives us a chance to get acquainted and talk about their project ideas. Once we have come to an agreement to work together, I begin by collecting "as-built" information. I also write a "project program" which sumarized the project. The project then proceedes through a series of schematic designs which we discuss. Once schematic designs are agreed upon, construction documents and specifications are produced. Involving potential construction professionals usually comes in to play next, initially to develop a working relationship and then to bring them up to speed with the designs we have worked to develop. During construction I remain part of the "team" (i.e. client, contractor(s) and myself) in order to keep the project on track to manage construction questions, address possible changes, and simply insure that construction stays true to the intent and goals of the design work that the client and I have developed.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Miami University - Urban & Regional Planning University of Pennsylvania - Architecture Virginia Master Gardener
Extensive professional experience in large and small architectural, landscape, and interior design firms which focused on fine custom design projects.