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# MTLdesigns, LLC

Original Houzz profile: [MTLdesigns, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/mtldesigns-llc-pfvwus-pf~974775482)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Building Designers and Drafters
- **Location:** Crawfordville, FL
- **Serves:** Tallahassee, Crawfordville, Woodville, Sopchoppy, Saint Marks, Florida, Jacksonville FL, St. Augustine FL, Tallahassee FL, United States
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2021), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 100 Ideabook Saves

Your house design or remodel is more than just drawing walls. I design living spaces with a true spacial concept to your exact requirements and comfort.  Your style of architecture is unique to you, so let me put a great package together with real life renders so that your vision can be communicated perfectly.  I am not complete until you are satisfied.

By now, you have researched many plans, websites, and other sources of information, looking for that “one” plan that suites you and your family's desires.  And if you’re like most families, you don’t have the time to browse through the endless websites, magazines and photos trying to mesh it all into one recipe all will like.  This is where I come in.  Let me piece everything together producing your dream home out of your collage of ideas.  We (you and I) will then shape all your ideas and personalize it to the functionality you need, creating the home you’ve always envisioned.  Because designing your home is more than just drawing walls to me, its helping your dreams become a reality..

### Services Provided

- 3D Rendering
- Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Architectural Design
- Architectural Drawings
- Building Design
- Construction Drawings
- Custom Homes
- Drafting
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Floor Plans
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Home Gym Design & Construction
- Home Remodeling
- House Plans
- Site Planning
- Sustainable Design

### Areas Served

- Tallahassee
- Crawfordville
- Woodville
- Sopchoppy
- Saint Marks
- Florida
- Jacksonville FL
- St. Augustine FL
- Tallahassee FL
- United States

### Typical Job Cost

$50 - 10,000

Every design is unique, contact for details

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | MTLdesigns, LLC |
| Address | Crawfordville, Florida 32327, United States |
| Phone | (417) 719-5195 |
| Website | http://www.mtldesigns.net |
| Followers on Houzz | 33 |

**Social profiles:**
- Blog — www.mtldesigns.net

## Offers

Custom Home Design @ $1.00 a Sq. Ft. _Incl. Model/Drawings (2500 Sq. Ft. max)_

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [MTLdesigns, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/mtldesigns-llc-pfvwus-pf~974775482)
- **Website:** http://www.mtldesigns.net
- **Phone:** (417) 719-5195

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2021), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews**

### All 5 reviews

**★★★★★ — Amy Sims, July 2020**

> Michael was great to work with and took his time through each step of the design process.  His ability to create what you envision is amazing.  The virtual tour through our house before we starting building helped bring it to life and allowed us to make changes before it was too late.   You will not be disappointed with MTLdesigns!  Michael creates high quality blueprints and is very easy to work.

**Comment from MTLdesigns, LLC:**

> Thank you Amy and John.  It was a honor to help create this beautiful, gorgeous home, that I believe will be on the cover of magazines.  You both were great clients and I am glad the 3D model helped you envision what a typical blueprint can't, that's why I love what I do.  I hope your "home" brings enjoyment for many decades to come.  I can't wait to see it all lit up at Christmas.

**★★★★★ — craigsplace9419, Dec. 2017**

> I am pleased to say all of my expectations were fulfilled using MTL Design when we decided to build our new home. Very easy to work with and knowledgeable in all areas of construction. Even though we made many changes and modifications during the design process, the price was much lower than competitors. Our house is now complete and is just as we planned it. Thanks MTL

**★★★★★ — Brian Stranghoener, March 2016**

> Michael was able to provide our department with several images of our under construction workspace. Michael was very professional and provided his service and designs pro bono. We provided Michael with the desired dimensions for the offices and cubicles being constructed. Within a couple of days Michael was able to provide us with design images that we could present to the departmental staff showing them what the new workspace would look like. With Michael's assistance the staff was able to make recommendations for changes on the project before it was to late.  The images Michael produced has allowed the staff to start thinking about how they could decorate their new workspace. I would highly recommend Michael for your future design needs.

**★★★★★ — ed\_davis71, March 2016**

> MTLdesigns took my rudimentary design ideas and turned the into professional working architectural home blueprint drawings and plans that both my contractor and financial loaner could easily work with.
> I would and have recommended MTLdesign to other home builders.

**★★★★★ — nikkijocrisp, Feb. 2016**

> Michael provided a design pro bono for our reception area. I am so thankful that we asked him to do this because after seeing his work we were able to see what we could not visualize from the drawings that were given to us. We were then able to go back to the builder with the necessary changes for this area before we spent the money on a reception area that we would not have been happy with.

## Selected projects

- [898 Ponte Verde Blvd](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/898-ponte-verde-blvd-pj-vj~5795339)
  - Location: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  - Photos: 24
  - Description: Beautiful 4500 plus sq. foot home built on the Guana River (back drop). House is steps away from the Atlantic Ocean. Step inside through a gated courtyard, to an indoor/outdoor living area complete with full kitchen and small wading pool. One detached guest room and another attached for those visitors you will be getting. Home has a massive master suite with private entry and complete with walk in wet room, his and her walk in closet, cathedral ceiling and electric fireplace. The kitchen is just…
- [Sand Dollar St. Augustine FL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sand-dollar-st-augustine-fl-pj-vj~2815330)
  - Location: St. Augustine, FL
  - Photos: 28
  - Description: Beautiful new construction, fall 2017, built by Coast Living Home Builders LLC, in the St. Augustine FL. area. Close to downtown, and beach access. Design was completed using Chief Architect 3D BIM software, full model walk thru reviews before construction drawings completion. See website for other projects with this builder.
- [Beach House I, St. Augustine FL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beach-house-i-st-augustine-fl-pj-vj~2827333)
  - Location: St. Augustine, FL
  - Photos: 20
  - Description: This modern day beach farm house with B&B siding, four bedroom, 2 1/2 baths designed to fit on a narrow corner lot is 2,266 sq. feet of heated living space. Add the 500 sq, ft, garage with built in storage for all those water toys, will make this home perfect for the outdoor family. Go to mtldesigns.net for model walk thru video.
- [Beach House II, St. Augustine FL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beach-house-ii-st-augustine-fl-pj-vj~2827345)
  - Location: St. Augustine, FL
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: Project scheduled for construction start spring-2018. This house, like Beach House I has four bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Slightly smaller at 2,144 sq, feet because of lot restrictions, it still will feel large on the inside. Go to mtldesigns.net for model walk thru video.
- [Beach Home Scenic Hwy 98, Destin FL.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beach-home-scenic-hwy-98-destin-fl-pj-vj~2220373)
  - Location: Destin, FL
  - Photos: 29
  - Description: Single family home, for multiple family members and summer investment income. To be built summer 2018.
- [Gillock Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gillock-residence-pj-vj~2581815)
  - Location: Cottontown, TN
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: Beautiful home inside and out. Plenty of room for family growth and mobility. The screen outdoor living space will get years of enjoyment, no matter the what mother nature is doing outside.
- [J&M residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jandm-residence-pj-vj~2582910)
  - Location: Lebanon, MO
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: Truly a unique home in itself. Yes, basic rectangle, but the layout defines living spaces. My clients Jon and Matt will be doing most of the work themselves once the in-floor heating and the SIP walls/roof panels are in place. It is all white ship lap, I mean everything is.. but once complete and with J&M interior design skills, this house is going to be recognized. Look for this to be on a magazine cover soon.
- [Craig Downsized Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craig-downsized-cabin-pj-vj~2824807)
  - Location: Marshfield, MO
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: This house was designed in 2016, but with the home owner building himself, along with the help of his wife and family/friends, this house was completed spring 2017. As the Project name says, this was a simple downsized cabin-ranch, so now the Craig's can enjoy their retirement years.
- [Old barn conversion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-barn-conversion-pj-vj~2102517)
  - Location: Battlefield, MO
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: This existing 100 year old barn is located in Battlefield Missouri. Owner will have most of the existing wood frame, joist and flooring removed to re-use for molding and misc. home projects. The existing foundation, with window and door cutouts, will remain as is. No new doors or windows will be located in the 10" thick concrete wall that has field stone.
- [Frankfort Illinois home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/frankfort-illinois-home-pj-vj~1998950)
  - Location: Frankfort, IL
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: Beautiful home with beautiful wood work. Home to be built in 2016-2017. Owner and I teamed up on this design.
- [Sunflower Ranch, Sheldon MO being built summer of 2016](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sunflower-ranch-sheldon-mo-being-built-summer-of-2016-pj-vj~1779794)
  - Location: Sheldon, MO
  - Photos: 14
- [Exterior views of design projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/exterior-views-of-design-projects-pj-vj~1555673)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 13
- [Kitchen designs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-designs-pj-vj~1555668)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 13
- [Bath and bedroom designs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bath-and-bedroom-designs-pj-vj~1555675)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 19
- [Hillside I](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillside-i-pj-vj~1550284)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
- [Office Layout](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/office-layout-pj-vj~1600505)
  - Location: Springfield, MO
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: City Government Building, basement office layout. Client had plans but needed a walk thru visual.

[See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/mtldesigns-llc-pfvwus-pf~974775482)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50744073/list/wish-list) — 66 ideas

[See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/mtldesigns)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Bathroom Renovation - 12x24 Bathroom Tile Pattern Options** *(in Design Dilemma)*

Renovating our master bathroom and we're almost ready to set the floor tile. The room itself is 12x9. We'll have a 6ft vanity along the left wall. The tile is 12x24. We're not designers, so any input would be very helpful. Should we go brick pattern long way, brick pattern along the width, diagonal brick either way, herringbone? The shower will be a standard subway tile.

A: I'm assuming we are standing at the entry door?  Full width vanity (24" deep) to the left, WC behind the shower wall??  The long brick pattern will make your bath look tight and a runway.  I'd go with either the first two diagonal patterns to break the path line up some, gives some width too...

**Q: Come visit us at our 2016 Parade Home the weekends of June 17-19 and June 24-26.  Hours are 1 pm to 6 pm daily.  For more information follow this link http://www.springfieldhba.com/shows/parade-of-homes/ and enter code MillerPH16 to receive $1 off your parade ticket price.  Hope to see you there!** *(in Post to Followers)*

Come visit us at our 2016 Parade Home the weekends of June 17-19 and June 24-26.  Hours are 1 pm to 6 pm daily.  For more information follow this link http://www.springfieldhba.com/shows/parade-of-homes/ and enter code MillerPH16 to receive $1 off your parade ticket price.  Hope to see you there!

A: beautiful home in the Parade Travis..  I still am talking about the "grill room"..

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-26.*