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The Design-Build
Vacation Style Living® (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.
The Ultimate All-in-One Homebuilding Experience
The Vacation Style Living® (VSL) Design-Build is the most comprehensive service we offer — a fully integrated architectural and construction experience designed to deliver your home from concept to completion.
Unlike traditional delivery models where design and construction are managed separately, our architect-led design-build process ensures every phase is coordinated under one team.
The result: faster timelines, unified communication, no handoffs.
What's Included in VSL Design-Build?
Exclusive VSL Design-Build Deliverables:
- Architectural Construction Drawings
- Structural Engineering Drawings
- Civil Engineering Drawings
- Interior Plans & Elevations
- Custom Closet Layouts
- Fixed Construction Cost
- Permits for Construction
- Oversee and Manage Construction
- Oversee and Manage Subcontractors
- Oversee and Manage Material Suppliers
- Oversee and Manage Inspections
- Collaborate with Lending Institution if Needed
From VSL Design:
- 3-D BIMx Hyper-Model
- Floor Plans
- Building Sections
- Elevations
- Roof Plan
- Door & Window Schedule
- Lighting Plan
- Finish Floor Plans
- Exterior Material
- Selections
- Kitchen Layout
- Bath Layout
- Building Sections
- Lighting Plan
- Finish Floor Plans
From VSL Vision:
- Concept Design tailored to your lifestyle
- Preliminary Site Analysis
- Preliminary Zoning Analysis
- Preliminary Utility Location Analysis
- Architectural Site Plan
- Schematic Floor Plans
- Schematic Elevations
- 3D Massing Model
From the VSL Building Guide:
- Professional Analysis
- Spatial Programming
- Square Footage Strategy
- Site + Engineering Review
- Real-World Budget Intelligence
- Project Timeline Framework
Why Architect-Led Design-Build
With VSL Design-Build, you’re not just hiring a builder — you’re partnering with architects who build and can lead every decision with design integrity and construction expertise.
What You Get with VSL Design-Build:
- Single source of accountability – One integrated team responsible for design, engineering, and construction from start to finish.
- Predictable investment – Transparent, fixed pricing that minimizes surprises and protects your budget.
- Seamless communication – Architects, designers, and builders aligned under one vision, so you’re never stuck playing middleman.
- Superior craftsmanship – Every trade partner is selected for quality, precision, and respect for your home.
- Timeless design – Guided by our Vacation Style Living® principles of balance, flow, and comfort, so your home feels like a retreat every day.
Exclusive VSL Design-Build Deliverables:
- Interior Plans & Elevations
- Custom Closet Layouts
- Fixed Construction Cost
- Civil Engineering Drawings
- Structural Engineering Drawings
- Architectural Construction Drawings
- Permits for Construction
- Oversee and Manage Construction
- Oversee and Manage Tradespeople
- Oversee and Manage Material Suppliers
- Oversee and Manage Inspections
- Collaborate with Lending Institution if Needed
From VSL Design:
- 3-D BIMx Hyper-Model
- Floor Plans
- Kitchen Layout
- Bath Layout
- Elevations
- Roof Plan
- Door / Window Schedule
- Exterior Material Selections
- Building Sections
- Lighting Plan
- Finish Floor Plans
From VSL Vision:
- Concept Design tailored to your lifestyle
- Preliminary Site Analysis
- Preliminary Zoning Analysis
- Preliminary Utility Location Analysis
- Architectural Site Plan
- Schematic Floor Plans
- Schematic Elevations
- 3D Massing Model
From the VSL Building Guide:
- Expert analysis of your unique lifestyle brief
- Recommended spaces for your home
- Recommended square footage
- Recommended lot size and site considerations
- Preliminary project budget
- Estimated project timeline
The VSL Design-Build Experience
1.
Design with Clarity
We begin by refining your architectural plans, materials, and specifications — translating your lifestyle into a buildable, cohesive design.
2.
Build with Confidence
Our in-house team manages every detail of permitting, engineering, and construction — ensuring your home stays on time and on budget.
3.
Live with Intention
Step into your finished Vacation Style Living® home — built for balance, beauty, and the way you truly want to live.
Architects. Builders. Real Estate Experts. All in One Team.
At AV Architects + Builders, we believe the best homes are born from unity — not separation. Our architect-led design-build model integrates creativity and construction, ensuring your vision is protected from concept to completion.
For more than 24 years, our family-owned firm has designed and built modern luxury homes across Northern Virginia that celebrate family, health, and legacy. Our homes are designed for the way you live today and built to endure for generations.
When you choose VSL Design-Build, you’re choosing peace of mind — a home that’s meticulously crafted, intentionally designed, and personally managed by the team who knows it best.
More Services
VSL Building Guide
The Vacation Style Living® (VSL) Building Guide is your personalized roadmap to understanding your project's scope, budget, and timeline — a strategic first step toward designing a dream home built around your lifestyle.
VSL Vision
Vacation Style Living (VSL) Vision turns your ideas into a complete architectural concept with schematic floor plans, 3D massing model, and your personalized roadmap for your custom home.
VSL Design
Vacation Style Living® (VSL) Design takes your vision and gives you ready-to-bid architectural drawings and specifications tailored to fit your lifestyle.
VSL 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.
Frequently asked questions
The VSL Design-Build is designed for homeowners who want the complete luxury experience — from design to move-in.
It’s ideal for those who:
- Want to avoid the stress of managing contractors, schedules, and permits
- Prefer a single point of contact from start to finish
- Expect precision, craftsmanship, and accountability in every phase
- Desire a home built in our Vacation Style Living® philosophy
- Live locally within our service area
This service is available exclusively to residents of Northern Virginia and nearby Maryland communities, including: Great Falls, McLean, Sterling, Middleburg, Vienna, Arlington, Tysons, Falls Church, Oakton, Reston, Herndon, Ashburn, Leesburg, Bethesda, Potomac, and Chevy Chase. See Areas We Serve.
If you want a home that’s designed and built entirely around you — by one trusted team — VSL Design-Build is your path forward.
While the VSL Design-Build is our most complete service, it’s not right for everyone.
This service is not for you if you:
- Already have architectural plans completed
- Are currently under construction
- Want to remodel or renovate an existing home
- Plan to build outside of our listed service areas
If you prefer a self-managed process or intend to work with your own contractor, explore our VSL Design service for a full set of architectural plans ready to bid.