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Cullen & Associates is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that was founded in 1994 by owner John Cullen. John and his firm specialize in both residential and commercial renovations as well as new construction and three-dimensional rendering. The firm has experience renovating banks, ground-up architecture for new banks, church renovations, and master planning of facilities, as well as residential additions and renovations.
Axis Architecture, P.C. is a Pittsburgh full-service architecture firm that offers a wide range of professional design services that are tailored to the needs and budgets of its clients. The firm’s architectural services include pre-design services such as site evaluation, zoning and land use planning, programming, and master planning, as well as building design, interior design, and construction documents. The firm also provides post-design services such as permit coordination, bidding and negotiation assistance, and construction contract administration.
inter*ARCHITECTURE is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that was founded in 2003 by Jennifer Lucchino and Freddie Croce. Freddie and Jennifer serve as adjunct assistant professors at Carnegie Mellon University in the Architecture department and each have decades of architectural experience. The firm has a diverse background in planning, landscape architecture, and construction.
TKA Architects, Inc. is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that was founded in 1956. The firm provides architecture and design services for institutional, educational, commercial, and residential projects. TKA Architects, Inc. offers a wide range of services such as master planning, conceptual and schematic design, and full construction documentation.
NEXT Architecture is a Pittsburgh architecture and interior design firm that was founded by owner Daniel Delisio in 2003. The firm staff has decades of architecture experience and offers a wide range of architectural and interior design services such as strategic and master planning, programming, design, image and branding consultations, project management, and engineering consultation. The firm has worked on a wide range of commercial and institutional projects.
Fisher ARCHitecture is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that was founded by principal Eric Fisher who has over 20 years of architecture experience in the United States and Europe. Eric earned a four-year degree in Engineering and Visual Art from Dartmouth College and holds a Master’s Degree in Architecture from Harvard University. His firm offers a wide range of architectural services for residential, commercial, and institutional clients.
Studio D’ARC is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that was founded in 1996 by principal Gerard Damiani. Gerard’s work has received numerous local awards from the Pittsburgh chapter of the American Institute of Architects and has been featured in many US and international architectural publications. The firm has worked on a large number of residential, commercial, and institutional architectural design projects.
Mary Cerrone Architecture and Interiors is a Pittsburgh architecture firm founded by principal Mary Cerrone. Mary holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from The University of Virginia and a Masters of Architecture from Yale University. She has over 30 years of architectural experience and has served on the board of the Pittsburgh American Institute of Architects. Mary has experience working on single and multi-family new construction, renovations, additions, and interiors.
Carapella Architecture is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that was founded in 2010 by principal Carmine Caraapella. Carmine has over 15 years of experience in architecture, urban planning, and preservation. He was educated in Rome and the United States and works to integrate Italian design quality to all of his projects. His firm offers a wide range of architectural design services for clients including residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
The Design Alliance is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that was founded in 1977. The firm specializes in architectural, interior design and facilities management services. The Design Alliance has worked on a wide range of project types such as corporate, professional, technology, light industrial, higher education, private institutions, retail, and multi and single family homes. The firm also offers sustainable design and green building solutions for clients.
mossArchitects is a Pittsburg architecture firm that was founded by Andrew Moss. The firm offers numerous architecture services for residential single family, multi family, and mixed-use projects, as well as commercial office, retail, performing and visual arts, and mixed-use projects. mossArchitects has also worked with the hospitality industry and also has experience working on public planning and recreation projects.
leeCALISTI architecture + design is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that was founded in 2003 by Lee Calisti. Lee is a former adjunct associate professor at Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Architecture and has nearly 30 years of architecture experience. His firm offers full design services for commercial, institutional, and residential clients. The firm also specializes in adaptive re-use and new construction architectural projects.
MCF Architects & Planners is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that was founded in 1889. The firm provides services for numerous markets including higher education, parks and recreational facilities, commercial and housing, historical and adaptive restoration, and developers and community groups. The firm’s services include architectural design, master planning, programming, interior design, sustainable design, and construction administration.
Rothschild Doyno Collaborative is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that was founded by principal Daniel Rothschild. Daniel has served as an Adjunct Professor at Carnegie Mellon in the Urban Lab. His firm offers a wide range of architecture and urban design services. Rothschild Doyno Collaborative has extensive experience working on residential, commercial, institutional, interior, religious, and urban design projects.
Loysen + Kreuthmeier Architects is a Pittsburgh architecture firm that has worked on a wide range of institutional, commercial, residential and live-work, and urban design projects. The firm provides architectural and design services on many scales from large urban design projects and buildings to individual architectural and design elements. Loysen + Kreuthmeier Architects has received numerous awards for its work from the Pittsburgh chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
SCHLUEBarchitecture is a Pittsburgh architecture firm founded by Matthew Schlueb in 2000. Matthew has extensive architectural experience and completed the construction of his own home in 2004. He has also written books on architecture and is experienced as a speaker at lectures and other speaking events. Matthew’s firm offers various architectural services including conceptual design services and development design services.
The cost of hiring an architect varies, depending on what type of work needs to be done. According to Home Guide, most traditional architects charge anywhere from $100 to $250 per hour to draw plans; however, this cost may vary depending on experience and project scope.
Residential architects typically charge anywhere from $2,000 to $8,500 for initial plans and small projects, according to Home Advisor. For large projects, revisions, and extra services, this cost can increase.
While it's not required to hire an architect before building a house, it's usually a good idea. An architect can ensure that all housing plans are done per local housing codes while ensuring the home is beautifully designed.
It requires practice and knowledge of drawing different perspectives and dimensions. Tutorial videos can be found online that advise beginners; however, without proper instruction and technique, architectural drawings may not be in accordance with building laws.
An architect isn't always required for a remodel or renovation; however, some municipalities may require professional architect drawings before construction permits are approved. In most cases, it's best to check with local laws before undergoing renovations.
Architects may be held liable for up to 15 years after the completion of a project. Until that time has passed, architects may face claims for defects in design.
