23 Year Licensed California Archtiect & Builder Can Help You Out with Design and Permitting

[BryceEngstrom]

I no longer build myself, but spent my first 12 years as a design-build conctractor.  Been full time architecture for 23 years.  Been using Chief the whole time.  $140/hr.  Can give good faith total estimates.  Based in Central Coastal California but with most jurisdictions now taking online submittals, can work fairly easily in just about any jurisdiction in the state.  ADU's are my bread and butter.

 

https://engstromarchitecture.com/

 

brycethearchitect@gmail.com

 

[ChiefUserZM]

Hi Bryce. My name is Zack, currently working for a design-build contractor in North Carolina. I am looking for someone with your expertise to help me prepare my building plans for pre-engineering and permitting. Can we set up a time to discuss? 

[BryceEngstrom]

Thanks Zack.

 

Please email me at brycethearchitect@gmail.com

 

I wouldn't be familiar with anything but the California Building Code, but I know it is generally more stringent than most other states.

[anamariadesigns]

Hello, I am Looking for Chief Architect Drafter to Build Full Model from CAD Files (Exterior + Interior + 2 Floors)

 

I’m looking to hire a Chief Architect drafter (preferably experienced with X17) to help me create a full, accurate 3D model of my home based on existing CAD files.

Here’s what I have:

• Complete CAD files (DWG/DXF) exported from Matterport, including both floors and the exterior.

• Schematics, floor plans, and photos for reference.

• Clear separation of first floor + exterior and second floor layouts.

Here’s what I need:

• A fully drafted Chief Architect (.plan) file that accurately represents the structure:

  • Exterior

  • Interior

  • Both floors with walls, doors, windows, stairs, roof, ceiling heights, etc.

• The model should be ready for me to make design modifications (moving walls, raising ceilings, updating cabinetry, etc.)

• Once completed, I’ll export it to Twinmotion for rendering — so I need the geometry clean and true-to-scale.

I’m looking for someone who can:

• Work directly in Chief Architect X17

• Communicate clearly and efficiently (email, Zoom, or similar)

• Deliver an editable, accurate plan file

If interested, please reply here or message me directly with:

• Your experience level with Chief Architect

• Estimated turnaround time

• Rate or cost estimate

• A sample of your prior Chief plans (if possible)

I’m ready to start as soon as possible.

 

Thank you!

 

Ana Maria

 

Located in California (Pacific Time). The project is residential — single-family home, two levels, with existing CAD reference files ready to send.

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