Real architecture.
Honest pricing.
No surprises.
Traditional architects can charge 10–15% of the construction cost. We deliver the same quality of design — built on the CHD Method™ — at a fraction of that fee, because we've built a process that works.
How We Price
We use tiered, fixed-fee pricing—not percentage-of-construction. That means the scope is clear before we start, and your architect isn't financially incentivized to make the project bigger than it needs to be. We believe in “right-sized homes” delivered at a fair price.
Every project begins with a free 30-minute Discovery Call to confirm fit. If we move forward, you'll receive a fixed-fee proposal for whichever pathway makes sense.
Pricing Tiers
Discovery Call
Free (30 min): Confirm fit, identify the right pathway, and get a clear next step.
Lifestyle Design Brief™ Intensive
Starting at $2,500. The six-step CHD Method™ is delivered as a standalone document. Your blueprint for home, regardless of who designs it.
Feasibility Study
Starting at $3,500. Site analysis, program review, and a go/no-go recommendation before you commit to full design.
Licensed CHD Plan + Customization
Starting at $4,500. A pre-designed plan tailored to your site and lifestyle, with permit-ready documentation.
ADU On File (Vermont)
Starting at $6,500. Pre-approved accessory dwelling plans are engineered for Vermont's permitting and climate.
CandyBox Modular Cottage
From $165,000 all-in (model + delivery + set) Factory-built, site-ready cottages. Final pricing varies by model, site conditions, and finish package.
Custom Architecture (Full Service)
Fixed-fee to go through the Complete CHD Method™ from discovery through construction administration. The fee is fixed so you can plan and budget for it with no surprises, but it will vary based on project scope and complexity. Typical project minimum fee starts at $25,000 and includes the Design Brief and Feasibility services.
What's Included
Every fixed-fee engagement includes:
- A licensed architect as your primary point of contact
- The full CHD Method™ — no stripped-down version
- All deliverables in writing, with clear milestones
- Unlimited email and two scheduled video reviews per phase
- Honest timelines (no vague "several weeks")
What's Not Included
So there are no surprises — the following are billed separately and clearly scoped:
- Structural, MEP, and specialty engineering
- Survey, geotechnical, and environmental consultants
- Permit fees, impact fees, and municipal charges
- Contractor bidding and construction administration beyond the stated scope
Financing
We can connect you with construction lenders, ADU financing programs, and (for Vermont projects) potential VHIP forgivable loan opportunities. Talk to us on your Discovery Call.
The best way to know what your project will cost? Start the conversation.
Prices current as of April 2026 and subject to change. Final fees confirmed in the written proposal.
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