Your Remodel Strategy & Architectural Proposal:
The Kubicki Residence
Architect-Led Strategy, Design & Build Support
Smarter, clearer, and more transparent - from design to build.
Concept “teaser” design - This is just the start!
A message from Alex ⇢
Hi Lollie and Kris,
It was great connecting and hearing about your goals for your home. I have to say - this is a fantastic project, and I’d love the opportunity to help you bring it to life.
This page outlines your personalized remodel strategy — including my recommendations, next steps, and a clear breakdown of investment and process.
Here’s what’s inside:
• A summary of your home, goals, and priorities
• My recommended design directions
• Investment breakdown for both phases
• An architect-led process that saves you time, stress, and money
> Invest in smart impactful design & strategic bidding and build planning - and you’ll save 10x in the build.
Most homeowners are enticed by overpromises and artificially low prices from builders, only to be hit later with extras and change orders - death by a thousand paper cuts. Or architects that only
We cut through the confusion of what to do when, the fatigue of endless decisions, and the chaos of unclear information.
When you work with us, you get both your advisor and architect in one, leading you through a proven process that:
Exceeds your expectations in design, style & impactful, thoughtful solutions.
Delivers the most competitive build pricing - often saving our clients 25-50% from traditional methods.
De-risks your project from costly overruns, delays and worse.
Follow this approach and I can confidently say:
You’ll save substantially on your build costs, feel certain you made the right decisions, and actually enjoy the process of designing and building your dream home…with an amazing lake view!
– Alex Patsavas
<Licensed Architect, Licensed Real Estate Broker, Licensed Construction Lender & Developer>
Your Project Plan
Project Overview
Scope Summary
[e.g., Second-story addition above garage, new primary suite, and open kitchen reconfiguration.]
Needs & Wants
[Modern yet timeless aesthetic, more storage, natural light, better family flow.]
Key Notes from Discovery Call
[Zoning setback verification required.]
[Target budget: $350K–$400K.]
[Goal: Start construction by Spring 2026.].
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Alex’s Recommendations
Next Steps:
Develop 2–3 layout options exploring space, light, and flow.
Conduct feasibility review and early builder pricing validation.
Create a digital 3D as-built model for accurate design testing.
Align design vision with your investment range before final design.
Design Directions:
Option A: [Concept summary]
Option B: [Concept summary]
Option C: [Concept summary]
Architect’s Insight:
This project will benefit from a phased approach — flexibility and creativity early, precision and confidence before construction.
That’s how we protect your investment while maximizing your results.
Two Phases for Total Clarity.
One Seamless Process.
Get the answers you need before you build - then make it happen with precision, transparency, and complete confidence.
Get Design Clarity & Feasibility:
✔︎ Is remodeling our SMART move, do we add up, out over?
✔︎ What are my best design options — and what’s truly feasible and practical for my goals?
✔︎ What’s the real, all-in build cost going to be?
✔︎ How can we finance this the smartest way possible?
Phase 1 - Deliverables Includes :
Our measure team laser measures and creates a digital twin of your home for as-built drawings.
Zoning and feasibility study - know what’s allowed legally by the City/Village upfront (due diligence).
2-4 CUSTOM schematic design floor plans iterated to a a final 3D floor plan & 3D exterior massing model.
Preliminary all-in Build Budget to compare with real contractor market pricing feedback.
Remodel specific Financing Options from Lenders for pre-approval.
Package sent to recommended builders and/or builders of your choice for early real market-price feedback (your price guardrail while still agile to make design and scope changes easily)
Outcome:
You’ll know exactly what’s possible, what it costs, and if it’s the right move - with no pressure and no surprises.
Phase 1: Get Answers
Phase 1: Architect Fees
$4,500 fixed retainer
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✔︎ What are my best design options — and what’s truly feasible and practical for my goals?
✔︎ What’s the real, all-in build cost going to be?
✔︎ How can we finance this the smartest way possible?
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Now you know exactly what’s possible, what it costs, and how to finance your project ⇢ You’re clear to move forward with confidence.
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Phase 2: Make it Happen
Build-Ready Plans & Guided Execution:
✔︎ Cinematic 3D of your full interior & exterior to know every detail upfront
✔︎ Full architectural plans ready for city or village permitting and Build-Ready.
✔︎ Contractor selection, bidding, negotiation, and comparison to get top quality at the best price possible though accurate competitive bidding
✔︎ Select and purchase finishes, fixtures, and furnishings directly (optional)
Phase 2 - Deliverables Includes :
Complete architectural & structural drawings: zoning calculations, site plan, code compliance notes, as-built plans, floor plans, elevations, multiple building sections and details, roof plan, plumbing plans, electrical plans, structural design and plans (standard), mechanicals, and project scope of work & specifications.
Permit-ready documents and Build-ready plans
Engineering and consultant coordination (structural, civil, solar, landscape, etc. as needed)
Contractor recommendations, bidding & comparison support (optional)
Finish selections & purchasing with trade-level pricing (optional)
Optional ongoing construction oversight
Outcome:
Build-ready plans, competitive pricing, and confidence from start to finish - guided by an architect on your side.
Phase 1: Architect Fees
$4,500 fixed retainer
✔︎ What are my best design options — and what’s truly feasible and practical for my goals?
✔︎ What’s the real, all-in build cost going to be?
✔︎ How can we finance this the smartest way possible?
Pricing & Booking.
Gauge your Remodel Fit before committing.
Limited Spaces Available:
3 of 10 left in June
(updated live)
Start here. “Get Info” —>
Discovery Call
Booking
$ FREE
Your Discovery Call includes:
FREE 20 minute call after you answer a few questions about your project.
Ask questions & get answers from a Remodel expert.
General overview of project feasibility, prices, timelines, process and ROI.
Phase 1. “Get Answers” —>
Design & Build Budget
Package
$ 7490
Your Design Package includes*:
Initial Designs in as little as 7 days
Zoning and feasibility study - know what’s allowed and possible upfront.
2-3 CUSTOM schematic design floor plans with a final 3D floor plan & 3D exterior massing model.
Preliminary all-in Build Budget to get real contractor market pricing feedback.
Remodel specific Financing Options from Lenders for pre-approval.
Apply Phase 1 price to Phase 2 when you move forward.
Pay by Credit Card.
No Risk - Full refund if you’re not wowed at the first design meeting.
Reserve your space today (fully refundable).
Phase 2. “Make it Happen” —>
Blueprints & Bidding
Package
$ 12K-30K*
Your Blueprint/Bid Package includes*:
Permit ready blueprints/plans with corrections and city coordination help.
Typical Structural Engineering included
3D/VR 4K renderings of interior and exterior always included.
Competitively bid & negotiate build price with our In-Network Contractors.
Select, see in 3D & buy materials direct, save on builder markup (optional)
Fixed prices from the start, schedule a free call for an estimate.
*prices are based on scope of work determined before project start.
Elite Member Pricing
Exclusively designed for busy executives or high-profile clients who demand turnkey, high-touch, private service directly from Alex. With only two elite members at any time, you are guaranteed unparalleled attention and top-tier service.
*Up to 16 hours of design and meeting time is included in Phase 1 (does not apply to Elite Member Pricing). Some restrictions and exclusions apply in all phases. A formal design agreement will be included outlining all terms and signed by all parties. A full money back refund can be issued for the price of phase 1 (less any third party expenses, if any) until after the first design meeting if not fully satisfied. See agreement for details. Elite Membership is listed as a minimum price. Final price is determined based on the agreed upon scope of work.
It’s OK to be unsure before remodeling ⇢
Many remodels fail long before construction starts.
Why? Because homeowners are forced into two intentionally confusing & broken choices : Design-Build or Traditional Architecture - each with its own set of problems.
We created a third option: Architect-Led Strategy, Design, and Build Support.
You get the control and protection of an architect, plus the seamless coordination and guidance expected from design-build…without the inflated costs, markups, or compromises.
Our Game-Changing
2-Phase Approach.
Get Real Answers ⇢ Make It Happen.
Get answers and clarity if a remodel is your right move and the best approach in Phase 1 for low cost and commitment. Then make it happen in Phase 2 with build/permit-plans and bidding/build support.
Phase 1: Get Answers
(Design Clarity & Feasibility)
This phase is all about defining what’s possible, what it should cost, and how to move forward wisely before spending big.
Purpose: Define what’s possible, what it’ll cost, and how to do it right before you spend big.
Includes:
• Property review + zoning/code check
• Digital laser + 3D scan (as-built drawings)
• 2–3 custom design options + budget targets
• Zoom collaboration + recorded walkthroughs
• Preliminary builder input + cost alignment
Outcome: Clarity, confidence, and proof your design works at the budget you need - before you commit to your remdel.
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Phase 2: Make It Happen
Purpose: Turn your approved concept into permit/build-ready plans and guide you through competitive bidding and builder selection.
(Build-Ready Plans & Guided Execution)
This phase turns your approved concept into detailed, permit-ready plans — and provides hands-on guidance through bidding, builder selection, and construction prep.
Includes:
• Detailed architectural + structural drawings
• Coordination with engineers and consultants
• Competitive builder bidding + scope review
• Optional finish selections + trade-discount sourcing
• Ongoing construction guidance (optional add-on)
Outcome: Build-ready plans, competitive pricing, and complete peace of mind through construction that your expectations will be delivered.
Pricing & Booking.
Gauge your ADU fit before committing.
Limited Spots Available:
2 of 10 left in September
(updated live)
Start here. “Get Info” —>
Discovery Call
Booking
$ FREE
Your Discovery Call includes:
FREE 20 minute call.
Ask questions & get answers from an ADU expert.
General overview of project feasibility, prices, timelines, process and ROI.
Phase 1. “Get Answers” —>
Design & Build Budget
Package
$ 3450*
Your Design Package includes*:
Designs in as little as 7 days
2-3 CUSTOM schematic design floor plans with a final 3D floor plan & 3D exterior model.
Preliminary all-in Build Budget with real contractor pricing feedback, upfront.
Feasibility & Strategy Report to find the right type of ADU/JADU for your unique property
ADU Financing Options from Lenders
Apply Phase 1 price to Phase 2
when you move forward.Pay by Credit Card.
No Risk - Full refund if you’re not wowed.
See a Phase 1 Sample (click images)
Phase 2. “Make it Happen” —>
Blueprints & Bidding
Package
$ FIXED*
Your Blueprint/Bid Package includes*:
Permit ready blueprints/plans with corrections and city coordination help.
Structural Engineering and Title 24.
3D/VR 4K renderings of interior and exterior always included.
Competitively bid & negotiate build price with our In-Network Contractors.
Select, see in 3D & buy materials direct, save on builder markup (optional)
Fixed prices from the start, see your price here.
Elite Member Program —>
Exclusively designed for busy executives or high-profile clients who demand turnkey, high-touch, private service directly from Alex. With only two elite members at any time, you are guaranteed unparalleled attention and top-tier service.
Plan. Elite Program —>
Elite Design & Blueprints
Plan Phase
$ 37,500*
Your Elite Program includes:
Work directly with Alex 1 on 1 on your strategy, feasibility and design.
Exclusivity: Be 1 of 2 Elite members at a time.
Includes all Phase 1 and 2 items above, with unlimited design options and iterations
Custom Interior design, material selections and procurement included.
Hand picked contractor selection and negotiation
Permit ready blueprints/plans with corrections and in-person city coordination
Private: your name, address and price stays off all documentation when possible
*starting price tbd, based on scope
Build. Elite Program —>
Elite Owner’s Representation
Build Phase
$ 52,500*
Your Elite Program includes:
Work directly with Alex 1 on 1 as your personal Owner’s Representative Developer
We assemble and project manage the “dream team” for your project conception through occupancy completion
Manage and approve contractor and consultant payout
Be as involved or little involved as you want. Total autonomous project delivery available
Perfect for busy and private clientele
*starting price tbd, based on scope
*Up to 16 hours of design and meeting time is included in Phase 1. Some restrictions and exclusions apply in all phases. A formal design agreement will be included outlining all terms and signed by all parties. A full money back refund can be issued for the price of phase 1 (less any third party expenses, if any) until after the first design meeting if not fully satisfied. See agreement for details. Elite Membership is listed as a minimum price. Final price is determined based on the agreed upon scope of work.
Smart, high-impact design - delivered remotely for busy homeowners and professionals ready to remodel once and get it right.
Our approach.
A Remote-First Architecture Studio Built for
Real Life, Real People & Real Families
We offer complete remodel strategy and leadership on one of your biggest investments. Our remote-first model is desinged for busy professionals and families who need an efficient time-sensitive process with thoughtful design, practical solutions, and confidence that you’re making the right long-term decision for your home and life.
Our Ethos >
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We start with one thing: listening.
We want to know how you live. Where your house frustrates you. What your daily routines look like. We ask questions, then listen again - because your remodel is about more than just square footage. It’s about clarity, relief, and possibilities you may not even realize yet.
We take the time to understand your needs, but also your wants. Because with smart design, budget is rarely the true limitation. The real constraint is poor planning.
When the design is right from the start, everything else flows. You avoid costly revisions, eliminate scope confusion, and create a space that feels right and performs optimally. This is your chance to get it right.
Great design pays for itself. In time saved. In mistakes avoided. In money better spent. And in the lasting value of a home that truly fits you. This is how expectations are exceeded.
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We know how hectic life can be. Your remodel should be exciting, empowering, and on your schedule, not a burden or a second job.
That’s why we’ve built a remote-first process using advanced technology other firms simply don’t. You’ll receive recorded 3D walkthroughs of your design options, complete with voiceover commentary and screen markups. You can review everything at your convenience - whether that’s at 11pm after the kids are asleep or between meetings on a busy day.
No more missing work for weekly in-office meetings or crowding around your table at 7pm trying to squeeze in a design discussion in the middle of running your household. Our tools allow you to:
Review updates asynchronously
Add comments and markups directly to plans
Join short, focused Zoom calls only when needed
10 out of 10 past remodel clients interviewed say they prefer this method over traditional meetings. It makes the design process more enjoyable, more accessible, and dramatically more efficient - without sacrificing creativity or detail.
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We think beyond aesthetics. Because we are more than just licensed architects - we’re also developers, licensed real estate brokers, and licensed construction lenders - we bring a 360-degree perspective to your remodel.
Our process includes:
ROI-focused decision making
Remodel vs. move strategy guidance
Value engineering
Budget feasibility
Lending and financing support
We guide you through the big-picture questions: Is this the right move? Are you making the smartest decision for your family’s future?
You’ll know exactly what’s strategic, achievable, and worth investing in - before you commit to building.
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We can offer more than architectural design and documents:
Interior and exterior design strategy
Landscape and hardscape integration
Procurement assistance for finishes and materials
Contractor matching and bidding support
Scope review and negotiation guidance
Advisory help during construction when needed
We love full-spectrum remodel planning and execution, centered around your life, goals, and values.
*some services above are optional services. Not required or included. Schedule a call for more detail.
UP
OUT
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ADU
Which of these impactful value + space adding
addition types is right for you?
Who we are.
“Your life defines your home. Your past experiences, present lifestyle, and future dreams. This is your chance to bring your story to life. We’d love to be a part of it.”
I’m Alex - licensed architect, real estate broker, lender, and developer. For over 20 years, I’ve helped homeowners rethink how they live, remodel, and invest in their homes holistically and strategically.
I know the chaos and beauty of real family & professional life and the difference a well-designed home makes. Great design requires more than just looks. It’s about ease, order, and flow. When your space works, so does everything else: your mood, your energy, your routines.
That’s why I built this studio - for busy professionals and families who want real answers to improve their homes without the confusion, major time commitment of endless meetings, or lack of transparency in traditional remodel design. We stay on your side: remote accessible process perfect for busy lives, tech-enabled, and aligned with your vision, your budget, and your lifestyle.
Architecture. Construction logic. Tech-forward tools.
One goal: Remodel once. Do it right. Love the result.
– Alex Patsavas
<Licensed Architect, Licensed Real Estate Broker, Licensed Construction Lender & Developer>
How it works.
A Clear 7-Step Process. Built Around You.
Step 1: Project Discovery
Start by answering a few questions about your remodel or addition and we’ll get back to within 24 hours to schedule your discovery call if we’re a good fit.
30-minute call to discuss your home, your goals, and how we can help.
We’ll develop a high level strategy with transparent upfront & fixed pricing.
Agreement will be sent to you within 48 hours to begin.
Step 2: Feasibility and Strategy
We begin by assessing the parameters, feasibility, limitations of your property and home against your goals to begin developing the right scope.
Our pro measure team documents your entire space using lasers, 3D digital twin lidar and good old tape measures to prepare as-built drawings and assess the current conditions
We address zoning and code requirements and feasibility limitations such as structural elements
Verify homeowner scope against feasibility
Step 3: Schematic Design
Design your home, from your home! Meet remotely with a PRO Architect and see multiple custom design options to solve your home pains.
2-3 + custom floor plan options iterated rapidly to the perfect version including a 3D massing model
Meet on Zoom & recorded video walkthroughs to watch when convenient for you - perfect for busy families and professionals.
General budget outlines of various options to stay on target
Step 4: Design Development & Immersive 3D Visualization
Finalize the desings and produce 3D photorealistic views to fully understand your design.
Finalize floor plan layout, elevations and scope
Produce 3D cinematic visuals of exterior and interior (optional)
Furniture layouts to plan the right room sizes
Begin to coordinate with surveyors, engineers, consultants if needed
Step 5: Build Budget Checkpoint & Financing
We pause early when drawings are advanced enough to test the market price with builders and lenders yet still agile to make changes if needed.
Connect you with vetted general contractors that can provide a preliminary price range to validate your budget and align with design while still agile to make budget-based revisions.
Introduce you to trusted lending platforms that specialize in remodel financing — including HELOCs and renovation loans that may not impact your current mortgage. *We do not originate loans — all financing decisions are handled directly by licensed lenders
Step 6: Construction Documents & Permit Drawings
As licensed Architects, we handle what’s needed for permit drawings and create build-ready plans & specs.
Technical architectural construction documents, specifications and notes.
Structural engineering for most additions is included.
Coordinate solar, fire sprinkler and civil engineering, if required, on an as-needed basis
Step 7: Build Support, Bidding & Procurement (Optional Add-Ons)
For clients who want next level support and value through construction, we offer:
Contractor bidding & negotiation to ensure competitive pricing
Interior finish selections and purchasing with access to our trade discounts skipping the builder/interior designers double markups
Ongoing construction guidance for change orders, payment issues, and contractor coordination - saving you from costly markups and mistakes
Ready for Remodel Answers?
FAQ’s.
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Concept /schematic designs generally take 2-4 weeks depending on the complexity of your project with another 1-3 weeks in design iterations based on your feedback.
Blueprints/Construction Drawings typically take 3-6 weeks.
Contractor bidding and negotiating typically takes 3-4 weeks.
Plan for a total of approximately 2-6 months depending on your project complexity and your availability.
In a rush? Let's talk. Expediting can be offered for additional fees. Subject to availability.
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Projects range based on type, complexity and services needed. It’s best to schedule a call to discuss your specific project where we can understand your scope and therefore give you an accurate price.
Fill out our form and if we’re a good fit we’ll typically schedule a call within a day or two.
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After signing up we send our measure team to document your space top to bottom. Process typically takes between 1-2 hours and that’s it!
We use top tech and digital 3D scanning to know your home inside and out.
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Start with a wants and needs list and don’t be shy! Let’s talk about it all.
A Plat of Survey (aerial view) of your lot which shows your lot lines and home footprint. Often provided with your closing documents. Used to determine zoning requirements.
Any sketches, inspiration pictures/links or ideas (Pinterest, IG, Houzz, etc.)
We'll set you up with your personal Project Board that guides you step by step as your project progresses.
Time to reimagine what’s
possible at home.
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