Selecting the right architect to build your dream home isn’t all too different from choosing a life partner; you will spend a lot of time (and money) with one another, you’ll experience moments of excitement and moments of frustration, and ultimately together you will create something you will feel proud of. This handbook is a good source for identifying architects who are qualified for your project and specialize in what matters most to you.

Being a good builder means being a good listener. One of the biggest challenges builders face during the renovation of an existing space is to make it look like it was meant to be there from the beginning. Each home has its own footprint—so, how do you create a new space within an original space while being respectful to the home's personality?