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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.
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Frequently asked questions
It means architecture, engineering, and construction are fully integrated under one team, creating alignment from concept through completion.
Design-build reduces miscommunication, budget surprises, and delays by keeping decisions coordinated from the start.
Pricing is developed progressively, allowing informed decisions before final commitments are made.
Early coordination between design and construction significantly reduces unexpected changes during the build.
As involved as you want to be. The process is collaborative without being overwhelming.
Design-build is ideal for custom homes, major renovations, and complex projects where alignment is critical.
Yes. Many first-time clients choose design-build for its clarity, guidance, and accountability.