Our Process & Approach
Step 1
Active Listening
Step 2
Participatory Design
Step 3
Quality Construction
From the moment we receive a call from a potential new client, through the end of construction, Cheryl Newton and her team of architects listen closely to the client's ideas, goals and challenges.
We actively listen by communicating what we heard back to the client through summaries of conversations, drawings and three dimensional renderings. Respecting the client’s ideas, experiences and project goals is the main objective in every aspect of the project.
Cheryl Newton Architects LLC design projects that are not only beautiful, unique and interesting, but also easy to maintain, comfortable to use and practical to build.
In schematic design, Cheryl Newton and her team of architects present three different options to collaboratively identify the best possible solution for your project. Together, we review what the client likes from each scheme and combine parts of each design option into a complete design solution.
Cheryl Newton Architects also presents a "guesstimate" of the anticipated construction cost for each scheme so the client can make informed decisions throughout the design process. The owner, contractor, architect, and engineer(s) become partners in the design and construction of the project.
Cheryl Newton and her team are directly involved in every phase of the project to make sure the overall quality of the design and construction is of the highest quality.
Managing deadlines, keeping a close eye on the budget and communicating with the client are the keys to a successful project.
We stay actively involved and available until the client lets us know they are completely satisfied with the finished project. We only recommend quality contractors who have the clients best interest at heart.
Every member of the team brings value to the project. Our team coordinates the skills, experience and extensive knowledge of each person by asking questions, encouraging creative ideas, and working together to develop and implement successful design solutions.
Why You Should Hire An Architect
We have put together a list of the top 10 reasons why you should hire an architect for your project. Every Wednesday we will post a new Reason on our Instagram and Facebook pages and will compile all the postings here for you to enjoy and reference. If you have a personal reason why you decided to work with an architect, we would love to hear it! Please Contact Us
We start the process with a “brain dump” session where you share every thought and idea you have about your project. The Architect learns about your goals, your style, your lifestyle and what your likes and dislikes are by getting to know you and understanding your expectations. The Architect translates your ideas into a design and delivers a project that fits you.
Contractors provide a plan for you to fit into – An Architect develops a plan that fits you. An Architect provides you with better design overall. It will have character that reflects your style and be the right size, too. If you go with a contractor, you will be presented with plans from a plan company with minimal opportunity to customize. When working with an Architect, you participate in the design and build a home that is exactly the right size to meet all your requirements. And, an Architect can help you plan where furniture will go!
An Architect helps you find the right contractor to build your dream home. You want the most qualified, reliable contractor who will work within your budget and schedule. An Architects knows multiple contractors that will be a good fit for your project. This takes the guesswork out of sifting through websites, asking around for referrals and working with unknowns. The Architect will then take it to the next level and help you through the bidding, negotiations and construction of the project.
An Architect guides you through all phases of the project from inception to completion. The Architect keeps the construction moving along and on schedule and helps minimize additional costs. An architect manages the details, which frees up the homeowner’s time to focus on what’s most important to them.
Choosing materials and finishes can be an overwhelming process. There are so many options to sort through and trying to figure out where to begin can be a lot to take on. Having an Architect who knows products that are good quality, fit in your budget, and what is needed to create the overall look and feel you’re aiming for, can make the process less daunting and much more fun!
There are challenges that arise throughout the design and construction. An Architect brings creative problem-solving skills and eliminates any potential roadblocks you would experience on your own. One example is having a complex site, such as a very small, odd shaped and/or sloping lot. An architect has the training, experience, and spatial awareness that is crucial in helping you position your project perfectly in the space you have available.
An Architect has the knowledge of current construction costs and guides you in making value-based decisions. Your budget is top of mind when selecting materials, finishes, and planning the size and shape of your new home. An Architect has the experience to help you manage your budget throughout the design and construction phases.
An Architect has the education, training, and is well versed in the latest trends, building techniques, newest available materials and how to design a home that meets your needs. Building your dream home is a big commitment, and it’s sometimes hard to visualize from drawings alone. Architects produce 3D renderings that will give you an idea of what your home will look and feel like, before you build.
A home designed by an architect has a higher resale value. Even if you aren’t planning to move now, it’s a great investment to have an Architect help you with your new build, renovation or addition project because the quality of design and craftsmanship will attract interest and offers.
You want your home to be as energy efficient and environmentally friendly as possible. An Architect has the knowledge, training and certifications to make this possible. They’ll provide creative ideas on the most environmentally responsible materials to use, and how to control solar heat gain by the orientation of your new home and window. Even if you aren’t looking to build a LEED or Energy Star Certified home, there are plenty of cost-effective measures you can take to save money on your utility bills and an Architect will make that happen.