Residential Architecture & Custom Home Design in Vermont
Concept sketches of a mudroom renovation
What services do we provide?
Whether for a major renovation, addition, or new custom-home design, building planning and design, we provide complete or ala carte services. We can also help in the early stages like looking at land to build on together and developing with you your home design vision. Our full range of advisory and creative services include:
Architectural and interior design of custom-new homes, major renovations and additions, (Concept or schematic phase level)
Concept-level house plans of site plans, floor plans, elevations, building sections, the basis of design factors, and more
Phased home master planning renovation planning and design with budgets,
High-performance energy efficient climate-positive design focused on comfort, long-term value for you and the planet,
Budgeting or cost-estimating that provides a true picture of total costs, whatever county your property is located in.
Site analysis and site planning, environmental assessments. Whether navigating zoning in Stowe for a vacation home or designing a hill-side addition in Montpelier, we understand local codes and climate.
Advising on pre-purchase property assessments, including review of home and site details, suitability for additions and major renovations, zoning, outbuilding and garage expansions, ADU’s or multi-generational living.
3-D visualization, design, and drafting with AutoDesk Revit LT, hand-sketching and watercolor renderings.
Interior design with space planning and programming, selecting fixed finishes, lighting concept design, color, furniture, and fixtures, advising on overall theme and style,
Provide local permitting and zoning assessments, help with applications and permit packages. Whether working within rural settings like the Mad River Valley or more town or city ones like Woodstock or Barre, we can help.
Advising for project delivery and local building/contractor selection advising,
Efficiency Vermont program advising for incentives and value adds.
Permit and builder set drawing example
How about detailed design and more specific project services?
After the initial design stage we further develop your design vision with the following types of Detailed architectural design services:
Create builder or local permitting house plan sets with detailed floor plans, elevations, schedules, sections, and details, 3-D visualizations,
Detailed basis of design for energy efficiency and home performance, local and state codes and more, quality of construction, health and sustainability factors,
We can provide full construction documents and details, especially of important interior features like kitchens and bath design, and built-in woodwork. Very valuable especially when you want to bid your project to multiple contractors, or want to have more control on the outcome.
Detailed cost-estimating looking at all components of a project from overall site costs to building core and shell, and interior features.
Construction observation services and submittal reviews,
We also provide short-form building and product specifications. This makes it clear to the contractors the materials and products and the quality level of the end result you desire. This helps ensure clear bidding and conformance with energy efficiency and other performance requirements.
Detailed interior design services like color and finish selection, flooring, wall materials, lighting fixtures, kitchen and bath appliances and fixture selection, furniture, and fabric selection.
Partner with other engineering firms and consultants for environmental reviews, wetland dilineation, civil engineering or structural engineering services, energy modeling to aid in exterior building and mechanical heating and cooling design.
Arocordis Design specializes in offering top-notch residential architectural design services tailored to meet your unique needs. Our team is dedicated to bringing your dream home to life with our expertise in residential architecture and design. From concepts to the final touches, we provide comprehensive residential building design plans that ensure your vision becomes a reality.
Building Planning and Design: We take pride in delivering detailed architectural design services that focus on functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability. Our commitment extends beyond exterior design, as we offer interior design for residential spaces, creating cohesive and inviting environments for your home.
Explore our gallery of residential house plans and designs to discover innovative solutions that align with your preferences. Whether you're embarking on a new construction project or renovating an existing space, our team is dedicated to delivering excellence in residential architecture and design.
Choose us for a seamless and inspiring journey from concept to completion. Experience the difference with our comprehensive residential architect services – where creativity meets functionality!
Philosophy Statement: Bridging Vision & Reality
The arocordis philosophy: Architecture for your next chapter
At Arocordis Design, we believe a home should be more than a structure; it should be a Vermont legacy. Our practice focuses on modern-inspired, nature-near design that honors the state’s timeless working landscape. Whether you are building a new custom home from the earth up or stewarding a historic property through an aging-in-place renovation, we prioritize the "long view."
We understand that embarking on a creative home design journey in the Green Mountains comes with unique questions—from navigating local topography to ensuring long-term financial feasibility. We’ve compiled the following frequently asked queston (FAQ) guide to help you navigate the transition into your forever home with confidence and clarity.
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Many of our clients come to us with "nebulous dreams" that need a clear path forward. We act as your project "coach," using a structured discovery process and detailed surveys to translate your ideas into a buildable reality. Whether it’s an aging-in-place renovation or a new custom home, we simplify the complexity so you can focus on the creative journey.
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One of the most common pain points is "visualization anxiety." We solve this by providing high-detail 3D architectural renderings and virtual walkthroughs early in the design phase. This allows you to experience the natural light and flow of your nature-near retreat in real-time, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions before a single nail is driven.
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Financial transparency is a pillar of our practice. We bring a deep understanding of the working landscape and current regional construction costs to every initial conversation. By conducting a thorough economic and feasibility analysis early on, we ensure your forever home is designed within a realistic budget, protecting your investment from costly mid-project surprises.
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Absolutely. We specialize in aging-in-place or universal design, as it’s often called, and "stewardship-focused" additions and renovations. We look for ways to integrate "invisible" accessibility—such as zero-threshold entries and main-level primary suites—that enhance the home's beauty while ensuring it remains functional for your next chapter in Vermont.
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We pride ourselves on the "collaborative spirit" we maintain with Vermont’s best builders. Our construction documents are meticulously detailed to ensure accuracy in bidding and execution. We stay involved as your partner throughout the process, navigating state / local permitting and site coordination in Washington, Lamoille, Windsor, and Caledonia counties to ensure the final result matches our shared vision.
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