It all starts with you.
Our services
Urban Design Associates provides a full scope of architectural services. As the architect of your project, we specialize in putting together the best possible team to take your project from the planning stage to moving in.
Custom Residential
We’ve been bringing our clients' vision to life for over 40 years. Let us handle the details and design a custom luxury home that reflects all you dream of!
Real Estate Development
We deliver high-end architectural design that takes your project to the next level. As a trusted partner, we look forward to working with you and your team or helping you assemble a team tailored to your plans.
Residential Remodel
When you find a home in the perfect location but the home is not up to your standards, we’re here to ensure your dream home is exactly how you want it.
Boutique Commercial
Our team provides architectural services that add value to your project. Providing efficient options that follow your construction timeline is what we’re here for.
Our services in more detail.
Below is a list of our services that we modify into a contract to meet your unique project needs.
Lot Analysis
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Sun study orientation in relationship with the lot, city lights, neighbors boundaries, panoramic, and scenic views.
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Review to the Community Design Guidelines, limitations of the lot, and requirements.
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Review up to three sites for compatibility with design criteria.
Feasibility Study
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Review on site the existing conditions and photo document.
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Location of the spaces on the lot depending on the clients needs and the results from the view study.
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Review the Design Criteria Checklist and budget.
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Deliver one concept site plan to meet design criteria.
Design Contract
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Meeting to review Design Criteria Checklist, project goals, budget, and aesthetic preferences.
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Location of the spaces on the lot depending on the clients needs and the results from the view study.
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Based on the programming and site, deliver a concept site/floor plan to meet project goals.
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Develop conceptual design, deliver floor plans, ceiling plans, elevations, and details to describe the character of the project.
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Meeting with authorities for preliminary approvals.
Full Service Contract
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Programming, site analysis, concept design, design development, and Design Review coordination.
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Facilitation of preliminary budgeting with one contractor.
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Retain and coordinate structural, mechanical, electrical, and lighting engineers.
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Deliver accurate, thorough drawings, details and material specifications for permitting, bidding, and construction.
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Meetings, submittals and coordination with authorities for final approvals.
Construction Services
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Site visits at intervals to determine if work is proceeding according to construction documents.
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Meet as necessary to review progress, provide plan interpretation, additional details, and answer questions.
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Review third party drawings, details, specifications, and samples for approval and coordination with Construction Documents.
Free Resources
Enjoy free resources to guide you through designing your new home.
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We have created an easy to follow checklist to help you start envisioning your dream home.
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We can help to answer all your questions, just give us a call or email.
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We can help you find the right builder and answer your questions.
“Urban Design Associates attention to detail is second to none. And the follow through makes building a UDA home a pleasure.”
— Jim Manship | Manship Builders, Inc.