Expertise You Can Rely On
Architectural + Builder Consulting
Whether you’re just getting started, fine-tuning your plans, or preparing to build, our consulting services gives you access to professional expertise when you need it most.
Your Private Design-Build Advisory Team
Think of it like having your architect and builder on retainer. Just as you rely on your attorney, doctor, or financial advisor for expert advice — you deserve that same level of professional guidance for your home project.
Each consulting package gives you direct access to our team of architects and builders who understand luxury from the inside out — guiding you through every milestone with precision and intention.
Three Levels of Expert Consulting — Designed to Meet You Where You Are
Discovery
5 Hours
For homeowners dreaming of building but unsure where to start.
We’ll help you understand the five key variables that define the success of your journey — land, home size, budget, timeline, and style — and how each one impacts the others.
You’ll walk away with a clear roadmap for your project: recommended square footage, preliminary budget, timeline, and next steps.
Focus Areas:
- Project Delivery Methods
- Land Acquisition and Evaluation
- Zoning Restrictions
- Budget Planning
- Realistic Timeline Planning
- Recommended Home Size
- Design and Lifestyle Trends
Avoid costly missteps: Spending too much on land, designing too large or too small, or misaligning budget and goals can derail your dream. We’ll help you prevent all of that and more.
Strategy
10 Hours
For homeowners who already have something — house plans, sketches, or a property — but feel stuck or uncertain about what’s next.
We’ll review your design drawings and provide expert, creative feedback to help you make confident design and budget decisions.
Whether you’re unsure with the directions of your current house plans, exploring remodeling options of your current home, or evaluating a potential property to purchase, we’ll give you clarity and direction.
Focus Areas:
- Comprehensive design review of your current house plans
- Value engineering to optimize the design to meet your budget
- Strategic design recommendations and creative solutions
- Incorporating current lifestyle trends
- Property evaluation for renovation or addition
Pro Tip: This package can save you months of redesign and thousands of dollars in rebuild.
Masterplan
15 Hours
For homeowners preparing for or already in construction and overwhelmed by the number of design and finish decisions ahead.
We’ll act as your personal architectural advisor—guiding you through every material selection, such as:
- Exterior: siding, stone, windows, and roofing
- Interior: cabinets, countertops, appliances, plumbing, lighting, flooring, tile, and hardware
All selections are organized room by room using our signature VSL Lookbook, a curated guide designed to simplify complex choices and keep your vision cohesive.
Focus Areas:
- Detailed sessions recommending interior and exterior finishes
- Expert input on kitchen and bath layouts, lighting, and built-ins
- Personalized design guidance and inspiration
Avoid pitfalls: Most homeowners don’t realize how early design decisions affect framing, wiring, and plumbing. Our guidance ensures your design vision aligns with your construction reality.
Your Consulting Experience in Three Simple Steps
1. Connect and Define
Select your desired consultation package to schedule your initial consultation and tell us about your project goals, timeline, and challenges.
2. Collaborate and Strategize
Meet one-on-one with our architects and builders to explore options, review materials, and refine your vision.
3. Plan Your Next Step
Receive actionable insights, documentation, and recommendations to move forward with confidence — on your own or with our design-build team.
Architects. Builders. Real Estate Experts. All in One Team.
With over two decades of architect-led design-build experience, we’ve guided hundreds of clients through the most complex stages of planning and construction. Our unique combination of architectural insight, builder knowledge, and real estate expertise ensures that your consulting sessions translate directly into real-world results.
Highlights:
- 24+ years of design-build experience
- Licensed architects, builders, and Realtors® under one roof
- Proven framework for smarter, faster decision-making
- Tailored guidance that prevents common design and construction pitfalls
Get the Clarity and Confidence You Need to Build Smarter
Whether you’re just exploring or ready to refine your plans, our consulting packages give you access to expert architectural and builder advice — whenever you need it.
More Services
VSL Building Guide
The VSL Building Guide is your personalized roadmap to understanding your site, scope, and budget — a strategic first step toward designing a dream home built around your lifestyle.
VSL Vision
The VSL Vision turns your ideas into a complete architectural concept with schematic plans, 3D walk-through model, and a realistic roadmap for your custom home.
VSL Design
Translate your concept into reality with VSL Design — giving you ready-to-bid architectural drawings and specifications tailored to your lifestyle and your lot.
VSL Design-Build
The VSL Design-Build combines architecture, engineering, and construction under one roof — giving you a white-glove, turnkey experience guided by precision and peace of mind.