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Your home is more than just a place to live; its a reflection of who you are. That's why we at Habitations Design Group are dedicated to creating personalized homes that tell your story. Our luxury designs are created with your unique desires in mind, ensuring that every element of your home is tailored to you. We combine creativity with functionality to create homes that are breathtaking, and which blend with the natural surroundings. Our clients know that when they choose Habitations Design Group, they are getting a one-of-a-kind masterpiece designed to last a lifetime.
Services Provided
3D Rendering, Barn Design & Construction, Building Design, Custom Homes, Design Consultation, Drafting, Energy-Efficient Homes, Floor Plans, Guesthouse Design & Construction, Handicap-Accessible Design, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, House Plans, Sustainable Design, Universal Design, Bathroom Design, Kitchen Design, Site Preparation, Space Planning, Construction Drawings
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Our reputation for outstanding customer service, superior creative vision and expertise in the construction processes has established us as a premier home design company with over 30 years of experience.
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Habitations Residential Design Group
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(801) 476-1860
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1523 East Skyline Drive
South Ogden, UT 84405
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79 Reviews for Habitations Residential Design Group
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Average rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars4.9|79 reviews
Work Quality4.6
Communication4.6
Value4.6
The Habitations Residential Design (HRD) design agreement statement says, “We look forward to… the opportunity to creating something that works great with the existing conditions and works with what you are envisioning and need….” Initially, we presented them with drawings of the house we wanted designed, and a topo survey of our lot. At first, Joe and Stuart were nice and seemed to listen to us.
After paying our deposit, and providing a topo survey of our lot—Habitations presented us with a set of house plans that was completely opposite of what we wanted and was so big it didn’t fit in the topography of the lot. In the two months from our initial ‘Design Criteria’ meeting to the ‘Design Concept’ meeting; neither Stuart or Joe contacted us to tell us the house they were designing for the “Design Concept’ meeting was completely different from the drawings we provided them. Even though they had our drawings and knew that was what we wanted. We provided the topo (existing conditions) and our vision (house drawings); and received nothing close to what we wanted.
So, when they presented their ‘Design Concept’ drawing; we were in total shock by what they provided us. Since their design was such a stark change from what we were expecting; we left to digest the plans they provided after feeling totally at a loss and unable to discuss further. Needless to say, we terminated our contract with them. When we only asked for a partial refund of our deposit, Habitations would not and cast blame on us and said we didn't communicate what we wanted. Regardless of the fact that we did communicate our house plans to them from the very beginning. We recommend you save your money and find an architectural firm that will actually design the home you ask them to.
April 12, 2024
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Comment from Habitations Residential Design Group:
Thanks so much for your honest feedback, Loretta. Occasionally, our custom design services aren’t a good fit for our clients or potential clients, and it sounds like that was the case here. We would have loved to try to make things right, but when we attempted to invite you back to the design table with us, you had already hired a new design company.
For anyone who reads this review, we feel that it’s important to provide some context:
If we had known that you only wanted us to draft the drawing you presented to us, then we would have referred you to a drafter who could have provided that service. We use sketches, photos, and links that our clients provide, to create a design which works with the topography, views, solar angles, and any pervasive wind. We then present the first initial design concept as a starting-point, and then receive feedback from the client to modify or create a new concept. We continue this cycle until our clients have a design that they can be really proud of. This first design phase is very malleable, which is intended to help clients and the designers to really dial-in the design. However, you chose to not share your confusion or displeasure in the first conceptual design presentation, and instead of giving us the opportunity to modify that first concept, you sent an email letting us know that you wanted to cancel your design agreement. We wish that you would have given us the chance to explain why we had to modify your design as much as we did so that it would work with the topography, and to even create a new concept which may have more closely reflected what your design looked like. It should also be noted that during your design criteria meeting, you told the design team to “use their skills” if anything you drew needed to be re-worked.
For anyone who reads this review, we feel that it’s important to provide some context:
If we had known that you only wanted us to draft the drawing you presented to us, then we would have referred you to a drafter who could have provided that service. We use sketches, photos, and links that our clients provide, to create a design which works with the topography, views, solar angles, and any pervasive wind. We then present the first initial design concept as a starting-point, and then receive feedback from the client to modify or create a new concept. We continue this cycle until our clients have a design that they can be really proud of. This first design phase is very malleable, which is intended to help clients and the designers to really dial-in the design. However, you chose to not share your confusion or displeasure in the first conceptual design presentation, and instead of giving us the opportunity to modify that first concept, you sent an email letting us know that you wanted to cancel your design agreement. We wish that you would have given us the chance to explain why we had to modify your design as much as we did so that it would work with the topography, and to even create a new concept which may have more closely reflected what your design looked like. It should also be noted that during your design criteria meeting, you told the design team to “use their skills” if anything you drew needed to be re-worked.
Habitations RDG helped us design the home of our dreams from idea to paper! Joe met us at every potential lot location we considered to ensure we took into consideration any design constraints, before we put in an offer. Stuart patiently listened to all of our wants, expertly put them on paper, and added his dreamy design touches. Mike took it home and drafted perfect plans our builder could build to. The entire Habitations team even helped us navigate the very tricky design approval guidelines we had to work under in our neighborhood. We now live in said home of our dreams and I have to pinch myself every day.
January 26, 2023
Julie Levinson
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
These folks are the best around! This was the 3rd house we had them design for us, each with its own unique flair and special lot challenges! They were always accommodating and timely with that positive “we can make it happen” attitude, regardless how many changes or unique situations arose. We highly recommend them for your next project. Joe and Nick are the best!
August 11, 2022
Erin Belnap
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
This firm is brilliant for the best drawn, detailed, and clear plans to read. My team loves to bid from their plans because of the high bar level they have set with window and door schedules. As an Architectural Consultant in the industry, making it in and out of many firms, I grant Habitations Design Group a Blue Ribbon for sure! A special Thank you to the Habitations team for creating so many incredible designs that we are able to provide our high-quality products.
I am looking forward to continued growth together!
March 1, 2022
Carrie Woodley
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We cannot say enough to express how wonderful Joe Sadler and his team are to work with! They listened so carefully to our wishes, and created our dream mountain house! Every room has huge windows that honor the mountain views- we couldn’t be more thrilled! We highly recommend Habitations when you need architects who get the job done. Thanks!!
October 22, 2021
scottshulman
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The architects at Habitations were very knowledgeable, friendly and extremely easy to work with.
From the onset of our project it was clear that Habitation's goal was to take what we wanted our house to be and put that vision onto paper rather than design the house that they thought was best.
They truly enjoy their jobs and quickly picked up on our style ( and I am extremely detail oriented ) allowing for very few revisions from the original designs.
They were always very accommodating and we never felt like we were imposing when he made a change in the design.
Their knowledge of the subdivision's rules and covenants allowed for a seamless design process with the subdivision's architectural review committee.
Our entire experience from beginning to end was efficient and fun on all accounts.
Now that we have just moved into our home there is not a design element I would have done differently.
I would love to build another home ( I just have to convince my wife ) and if I do my first stop will be Habitations.
September 7, 2021
Ryan Westwood
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I approached Habitations with the dream of recreating a home that I loved on Lock Tay Lake in Scotland. They were able to recreate the home and make the necessary modifications to fit our lot and maximize the beautiful views of the lake. I'm so grateful for the beautiful architectural designs they created. Our home won the People's Choice award in the Parade of Homes. I was also very impressed with Joe Sadler in his communication and follow-up from beginning to end in the process.
August 31, 2021
HU-726035082
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Joe and Stuart did such an incredible job on designing our home! They listened to what we wanted so well and are so kind!
They are positive and very easy to work with!
They return calls quickly!
Thanks Habitations Design Group!!
August 27, 2021
Tania Waldman
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
When we first met with Joe and Stuart of Habitations, we knew right away that they were going to design our house. They were very knowledgeable and captured our vision immediately. They have been overseeing our project since the day we broke ground and have done an outstanding job. They are unsurpassed in their ability to take your dream and vision and turn into an amazing reality. Also wonderful people to boot.
August 25, 2021
We were looking for an experienced architect to build in Park City, and from day 1 Habitations was very quick to respond. As you know putting plans together, there are a million changes and everyone is busy. Their team paid attention to small details (especially for the Park City building aesthetic), were very professional and quickly made changes and was always very transparent, so there were no surprises. The plans were very thorough for the contractor, and the home turned out stunning. I would refer them to any of my friends.
August 25, 2021
Janelle Robinson
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We recently completed a home addition project to our home in Lehi. I am delighted with my experience and outcome working with Habitations Residential Design Group! If you are considering using them, you should! We worked with Joe and Stuart who were both great at communicating and listening to our needs. We met in person once and did most everything else virtually which was seamless. Stuart found out what was important to us in our project, incorporated that and also brought great ideas to the table. My favorite addition he added was a hidden pantry door in the kitchen - seriously, I love it! He also added a few other features that I didn't even realize until we were in construction. One of those was the corner windows were put flush with the counter. I had never seen that before and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out. We also got other quotes from other firms, and I felt Habitations pricing was very fair.
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December 3, 2020
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Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We are 6 months into construction and I am realizing more each day how important it is to choose the right architect up front. We love our home, we love the design, we have noticed how many details were accounted for and incorporated into our home by Habitations. Habitations has made changes for us, updated plans and made great recommendations for different subs and suppliers. Joe Sadler is the person you want to work with, his communication is top notch, he honestly cares about you and your home. We described the home we want and Stuart put it on paper, gave us great advice and added several great features. I will use Habitations again and would recommend them to family and friends.
October 27, 2020
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Habitations Residential Design Group provides the following services: 3D Rendering, Barn Design & Construction, Building Design, Custom Homes, Design Consultation, Drafting, Energy-Efficient Homes, Floor Plans, Guesthouse Design & Construction, Handicap-Accessible Design, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, House Plans, Sustainable Design, Universal Design, Bathroom Design, Kitchen Design, Site Preparation, Space Planning, Construction Drawings
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