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Who is your favorite architect in town?

As a design build firm, we have been using CP Drewett, of Drewett Brenden architecture for several years now.  Our relationship has been very productive, and we have been able to realize many dreams of our clients over the life of my company. In custom homebuilding,  the ability to marry a budget to a dream is rare, and I believe CP and I have a unique ability to do this.  There are a lot of architects and builders out there that design and build wonderful homes.  The trick is to give the client as much as you can for what their budget allows.

 

What is your favorite style of home to design, and why?

We are known for our Craftsman homes, and our contemporary homes.  The Craftsman home is probably my favorite.  With all of the heavy dark colors in some popular home styles today, the Craftsman look is really refreshing.  This style has gained a lot of momentum in the past few years, and I firmly believe that with its timeless look, there will be more and more built every year.  Contemporaries however, are also a favorite of mine because of the skill it takes to piece them together.  Everything on a contemporary home must fit together exactly, and careful planning and strategizing must take place to pull this style off correctly.  If not planned correctly, contemporaries can be a disaster.

 

What are some signature details you incorporate into all your homes?

We are very well known for our open floor plans.  The old style formal living room that is not used often has really been replaced by large great room kitchen combinations, with large doors to exterior patio and entertaining areas to give a sense of the inside entertaining areas connecting to the outside spaces.  I feel our plans have zero wasted space  and excellent circulation paths for both family living and entertaining friends.