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Design-Build is our passion, your project is our purpose, and we’re so glad you’re here!
Welcome to LETTER FOUR! If you've been searching for a general contractor who cares about quality design more than their bottom line, or an architecture firm that will ensure you feel informed, empowered, and respected while making your custom home dreams come true, you’ve come to the right place.
Whether you want to build new, undertake a major remodel, or develop a residential investment property to sell for a profit, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Our all-in-one Design-Build approach streamlines the entire process, from conceptual sketches through construction, so you can prioritize your vision while we handle the rest.
With our comprehensive project management, personalized service, transparent budgeting, and commitment to quality, you can trust us to deliver an exceptional home-building experience and tailor-made results that are both beautiful and built to last.
See Our Work
Our designs are never cookie-cutter or recycled. We customize every aspect of your home to express your personal aesthetic, align with your lifestyle, and artfully adapt to the specific conditions of your site.
Craftsman or Contemporary, Mid-century or Mediterranean, Traditional or Tudor, or something entirely new - we guarantee it will be exclusively yours. We relish a challenge and love exploring new territory, as long as it makes your heart flutter and your smile stretch from ear to ear.
Step inside our portfolio to see what we’ve helped create for incredible people, like you…
The Design-Build Promise
Since its founding, LETTER FOUR has been bridging the sanity gap between the all too often siloed worlds of architectural design and construction. As early-adopters and pioneers of the Design-Build model, our in-house team of licensed architects, general contractors, and interior designers are here to change the game for you, your project, and your budget. After all, it’s one of the biggest purchases you’re likely to make, second only to the property itself.
We love design-build for so many reasons, but chief among them is that we believe a true all-in budget shouldn’t come as a surprise tally at the end of a project. It should be something that is designed to and accounted for, from the beginning, and continuously throughout the process.
We understand we're likely not the only firm you're speaking with, though we may be the only Design-Build firm. You've probably met with other contractors or architects about your goals. But did the architects quote you their fees without considering the cost to build their plans? Did the contractors give you price-per-square-foot estimates without any due diligence or design work to base them on?
The full picture goes beyond pretty sketches and the hard costs of construction. Even if you’ve added an extra 10% for contingencies to a contractor’s estimate, you still won’t come close to a realistic budget. Your project will require surveys, design development work, and engineering and permitting fees. Your budget will also need to cover interior finishes like tile, flooring, plumbing fixtures, decorative lighting, and custom cabinetry. And if you don’t want just a beautiful house on an undeveloped lot, you’ll need to allocate funds for landscaping and hardscaping as well.
Unlike others who might offer an appealing low-ball estimate just to win your business, with little regard for the frustration it will later cause, our full team of experts always work side-by-side throughout the planning and construction of your home to account for every dime and detail.
Taking Action
If our holistic, straightforward approach to the design and construction of your home is what you’ve been looking for, then you might be ready to take action!
The Action Plan is our tried-and-true method of addressing your project’s needs and constraints, providing feasible design options, and giving an honest all-in budget assessment. This potent first step in our CLEAR 4-Step Process delivers tailored results that will lay the foundation for a successful build with three thoughtful phases: Due Diligence, Conceptual Design, and Preliminary Pricing.
Whether you know exactly what you want or aren't sure where to start, the Action Plan meets you where you are and gets you on the path to achieving your dream home.
Discover everything the Action Plan can do for you…
Elevating Spaces, Enhancing Lives
Get the licensed architectural design services required to develop a build-ready design. Before putting pen to paper, our professionals go the extra mile to understand your needs, motivations, and practical goals. We then leverage these insights to craft a design that goes beyond the surface, one that addresses function and experience as much as form. Our team collaborates closely with your stakeholders, accounting for the goals of your entire organization and the preferences of its customers.
You’ll receive all of the documentation and coordination needed to prepare your project for the construction phase. In addition to due diligence, design, consultant coordination, and permitting, we’ll also work closely with the contractor to see that your design is built with complete success.
Need licensed general contracting services to build per your architect’s plans? Our skilled construction team is here to help you prepare for construction and get the work done with outstanding quality. As contractors who understand the business value of design, we’ll work with you and your architect to ensure that construction stays true to your brand vision, down to the smallest details.
This includes pre-construction pricing to confirm that your design can be built to your standards and expectations. Our experts can prepare detailed, itemized bids, giving you the power to compare costs and make adjustments as necessary. We’re also able to assist with value-engineering, ensuring your company makes the most of its project budget.
When you want one team to handle your project in its entirety, Design-Build is the solution you need. As Design-Build specialists, we offer the seamless integration of licensed architectural design and general contracting services, giving you the advantage of a simplified process and enhanced collaboration.
Our team has mastered the process of in-house cooperation, ensuring that clear communication is maintained and all project goals are aligned with one another. We help you develop a design that is tailored to your construction budget, and coordinate to guarantee that your build reflects your design exactly. Our Design-Build services allow you to get better results in a reduced time frame, with clear communication and a high level of service.
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