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333 Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers

Is the scope of your home design project beyond simply replacing countertops or flooring? It’s the responsibility of a Sarasota home architect to transform human needs and desires into visual concepts and habitable structures. When you hire an architectural designer, you are not only hiring someone for their architectural services, but also to manage and coordinate other parties involved in the project. As you search through Sarasota, FL interior architects and designers, keep in mind the following tips to help you choose the perfect one: More
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  • Casa Pocatello
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    13 Reviews

    I have had the pleasure of working with Mark Sultana on two sides of the construction Industry. As a carpenter... – Trinity Construction and Design

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  • Pine Ridge Naples House
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    Collier County's Award Winning Design and Building Firm

    McHarris Planning and Design is a firm with excellent experience and reputation in the public, private and develop...

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  • Design of the Year
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    19 Reviews

    LIC AAC002212 Clifford M. Scholz Architects, a leading architecture and design firm in Southwest Florida, provi...

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  • Pools
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    6 Reviews

    Manatee County's Luxury Architectural Design Services

    George Merlin is a licensed Architect & Interior Designer with over 30 years of diverse experience. He approaches...

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  • Compass Haus
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    6 Reviews

    Award-winning, custom projects that emphasize a return to regionalism and artistry. Craftsmanship, quality of desi...

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    8 Reviews

    Sarasota's Most Noteworthy Architect & Building Designer

    Genius architect and gorgeous, gorgeous design! Sanford Goldman designed our home in Terra Ceia, FL and in doi... – Summer Boshek

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    6 Reviews

    We established our organization in 1986 to offer professional Architectural and Interior Design services that are...

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    6 Reviews

    Award-Winning Architecture & Interior Design Firm Based in Sarasota

    Award-winning, custom projects that emphasize a return to regionalism and artistry. Craftsmanship, quality of desi...

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    3 Reviews

    We collaborate with our clients to thoroughly understand their program and space needs. By honoring each client’s...

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    22 Reviews

    The Preferred Architectural Design Firm in Sarasota County

    It is with ease that I give Mike, Rob, and the staff at Herscoe and Hajjar 5 stars. Their creativity and willi... – Kathryn & Ernie Padalino

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  • Item 1 of 5
    9 Reviews

    HALFLANTS + PICHETTE is an award winning modern design-build studio with offices in Sarasota and Tampa. Our goa...

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    32 Reviews

    Broward County's Luxury Home Builder and Architect

    Kevin and his team have been absolutely incredible to work with. I am a real estate agent and develop my own p... – Keri Shull

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    16 Reviews

    HausDesign Studio is a full-service design firm specializing in all phases of architecture, planning, and design....

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    19 Reviews

    Award Winning Architect - Best of Houzz 2013- 2017

    Founded in 1992 and celebrating 20 years of successful design collaboration with clients. CMSA has been making a m...

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  • Item 1 of 5
    59 Reviews

    Michigan's Full-Service Architectural, Planning & Interior Design

    Having worked with other designers and built our own primary residence, we could easily see Wayne's talent on... – Clay Cowl

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    3 Reviews

    Founded in 2016 by Principal, Joe Kelly, AIA, Hive Architects Inc., specializes in residential architecture, inter...

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    Click to call1.8 miles from Sarasota, FL
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    Sarasota's Award-Winning Architects

    We believe design excellence is achieved by carefully analyzing every parameter affecting the development, includi...

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    4 Reviews

    Custom Coastal Designed Homes in Manatee County

    He really listened to us and we could not be happier. He was flexible, open to changes and his team was a plea... – Peggy and Ron Jude

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    3 Reviews

    Lunardi Architecture is a modern architecture studio located in Sarasota Florida committed to creating works of ar...

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    2 Reviews

    Sarasota & Highlands Counties Experienced Home Designer

    With over 1,300 home design commissions, Phipps has created spectacular, award-winning designs for over 25 years w...

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    5 Reviews

    Christopher Jackson Architect, PA is a full-service architectural and planning firm that focuses on helping client...

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    12 Reviews

    Award Winning Sarasota Architect

    I practice a collaborative approach to design with my clients; listening carefully, questioning deeply, and strivi...

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    6 Reviews

    Sarasota, Florida based architect, Yehuda Inbar has been a leader in architecture in the Sarasota, Manatee and Tam...

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    Sarasota County's Leading Architects and Building Designers

    Beebe Design Studio is a comprehensive architectural design firm specializing in custom residential homes and inno...

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    4 Reviews

    A caring, creative design team, Anne Folsom Smith Interior Design is a family-friendly service oriented company. D...

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    Click to call1.8 miles from Sarasota, FL
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    Sarasota's Premier Architectural Design & Remodeling Firm

    With decades of experience, our team is driven and passionate about exceeding our client’s expectations by impleme...

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    7 Reviews

    Sarasota’s Premier Full Service Design Center is located on exclusive Palm Avenue, showcasing impressive and excl...

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    13 Reviews

    Sarasota’s Modern to Mediterranean Architect | Best of Houzz 2014-2018

    I have had the pleasure of working with Mark Sultana on two sides of the construction Industry. As a carpenter... – Trinity Construction and Design

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    5 Reviews

    MISSION Leader Design Studio is a Sarasota, Florida based architecture firm founded in 2011 by Chris Leader. Sp...

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    15 Reviews

    Sarasota's Modern Architect & Designer 2017 AIA Florida President

    Architecture Joyce Owens LLC is dedicated to cutting edge, environmentally sound solutions, providing creative and...

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    3 Reviews

    Founded in 2012, RGB-Architects is a full-service architecture and interior design firm. The two principals bring...

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    Click to call1.8 miles from Sarasota, FL
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    17 Reviews

    Sarasota's Concept-Driven Architectural Design Studio | Best of Houzz

    Stephen Chung, AIA, LEED AP is a registered architect & Principal of Stephen Chung, Architect. Based in Boston & n...

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Featured Reviews for Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers

George Merlin Associates, Inc.
Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers
March 31, 2015
“George Merlin and his associate Nabil Raad designed and managed the construction of our dream home in Sarasota. We're so very thrilled with the end product. George and Nabil are incredibly talented architects. They listened to our ideas and needs and came up with an awesome design that is gorgeous in and out as well as very functional and livable. Whenever we had a design issue, George and Nabil came up with very creative and aesthetically pleasing solutions, such as a hidden door in theater, hidden outdoor motorized screens and shutters, etc.. I can't recall one item that George was not able to come up with some kind of solution to accommodate our wishes. Our project was complicated and took couple of years to finish. George was instrumental in navigating the most convoluted regulatory and permitting landscape.. His knowledge of the local building codes was critical in allowing us to realize our vision.. He also helped us reach resolutions to many crises that arose during our project. We felt that he kept our best interest in mind at each stage of project. We could not have asked for a more ethical and professional staff to design our home. We have no reservation whatsoever in recommending George and Nabil, we already have!”
Sanford M. Goldman AIA Architect
Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers
February 13, 2018
“Imagine waking up every morning living inside a piece of art. Inside lines merge seamlessly into outside vistas. Every room is unique and cantilevered ceilings float off into space. That is how I feel about my home, designed by Sanford Goldman. His architectural vision is extraordinary.”
SOLSTICE Planning and Architecture
Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers
August 3, 2017
“Jonathan Parks, Todd Jarrett and the rest of the staff at Solstice have produced 2 beautiful contemporary homes for us. The Vision Group, LLC, will certainly continue to source our plans from this firm in the future. They are forward thinking, responsive and their fees are quite acceptable for the product provided!”
Herscoe Hajjar Architects, LLC
Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers
October 28, 2013
“I have had the pleasure of working with Herscoe Hajjar on a number of projects and their creativity and attention to detail is top notch. Their approach to each project brings a truly custom design that is unmatched in our area.”
Atlantic Property Concierge
Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers
January 24, 2018
“Kevin and his team making any project such a breeze and an overall good experience. He is extremely attentive to each and every client, responsive, and keeps all jobs on time and on budget!”
Clifford M. Scholz Architects, LLC
Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers
July 11, 2012
“Cliff Scholz and his firm are a beacon of excellence, quality and current style in Sarasota. His designs perfectly reflect and respect the beauty of our area's gorgeous surroundings, whether it be the azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico or an established and lush tropical garden lot. He's also a really nice guy!”
Visbeen Architects
Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers
December 7, 2012
“Visbeen Associates have great vision and unique perspectives that bring a challenging project to a beautiful end. We are very pleased with what Visbeen has accomplished for us!”
Beacon Home Design
Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers
May 25, 2017
“We are so pleased we picked Beacon Design to design our dream retirement home. After saving ideas on Houzz for a couple years before we started, we shared all our Ideabooks with AJ. He was able to design just the house we wanted taking into consideration all our ideas and tastes. He really listened to us and we could not be happier. He was flexible, open to changes and his team was a pleasure to work with. He guided us through the process, gave us great advice and ensured we could meet all the demands of the building department. He worked with our builders to produce a great final product and we are extremely happy with our wonderful new home.”
Phipps Home Design
Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers
June 30, 2015
“We hired Phipps Home Design for the renovation our beach house on Anna Maria Island. My wife and I sat with Mr. Phipps in our home, explained our likes and dislikes and wishes. A short time after the meeting the plans were shown to us and they were perfect! We are now a few months into our renovation and Mr. Phipps has been available for questions and changes as needed. I recommend him highly.”
Dean Brenneman Architect
Sarasota, FL Architects and Building Designers
January 21, 2016
“Dean designed and oversaw construction of a large addition. We interviewed several architects. He was attentive in listening to our vision and presented several design alternatives that showed amazing creativity and sensitivity to budget. Throughout the process he kept us apprised of progress and was humorous in dealing with unexpected issues that arose during construction. The process was truly collaborative, but Dean would be frank in letting you know where he thought mistakes were being made in choices along the way. I would not hesitate to use him again. In fact, I have.”
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How do I find the best Sarasota architect for my home design project?


It is best to hire a home architect who will be involved in all phases of the design process, from the initial concept to the completed construction. The architect is often the first person you will hire for your project. If necessary, they might also help you select and hire Florida subcontractors, which can include the builders, engineers and landscaper. Interior architects are also involved in negotiating contracts for all involved participants. It is for these reasons that it is extremely important for you to have a good relationship with the Sarasota residential architect you hire. He or she can be the tie-breaking vote between you and the general contractor and can be your biggest advocate during the construction process. Different architecture firms in Sarasota, FL provide different services, so the scope of the work can span from pre-design environmental impact studies to selecting furniture and finishes, depending on what your specific needs are.

What sort of process can I expect from a residential architect?


As far as the process goes, the architecture firm or individual that you choose will start with concept drawings and finish with construction drawings and documents. Some firms even design with 3D renderings and videos, but that should not be assumed. There should be plenty of meetings between you and your building designer until you have agreed upon a design that you are completely happy with. Always keep in mind that the designer will have building codes to follow, and likely pre-existing design limitations when dealing with a remodel, so while they might not be able to execute your exact ideas they always have your safety and aesthetics in mind. One of the most important duties of a residential architect is to serve as managers and supervise most aspects of construction, as well as facilitate communication between all other contractors, so you can expect them to be present throughout the entire building process to ensure everything is executed as planned.

It is very important to hire the right professional for the job. Remember that the most well-known or established designer might not provide the best architectural services for your needs. It all comes down to the individual project. Research and ask people whose work you like for recommendations. It's important to have somewhat of an idea of the style of house architecture that you prefer, as well as the amount you would like to spend. Residential architects in Sarasota, FL are natural problem solvers. They will assess the entire situation and help you to solve your problems too. Don't settle for a single company too early. Call and interview a few. Make sure that you feel like your personalities will mesh well and that you like their professional perspective.

Questions to ask prospective Sarasota interior architects:


  • What is your fee structure?
  • What does the cost include?
  • Do you have professional liability insurance?
  • Can you handle my special requests (ADA, LEED etc.)?
  • What types of renderings (3D, video, illustrative) will you produce?
  • What is your experience with similar projects?
  • When do you expect to start and be finished with the project?
  • What do your services include? (It's best that the services are until construction is completed.)
  • What happens when the cost exceeds the budget?
  • Can you provide me with references?
  • Would you say your work has a defining style? (This is important in case the architect's personal style will interfere with your vision.)
  • Will you help with hiring a general contractor and subcontractors?
  • What do you estimate the cost will be?
  • What will I need to provide?
  • Are there any complications you foresee with this project?


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