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Karen Smuland Architect is a registered architect and LEED Accredited Professional, who specializes in the design of custom homes. Karen designs each home to be an authentic, distinctive place that unites the clients needs and values with the unique characteristics of the building site. She also uses Green Design principles throughout the process, by optimizing the use of the site and specifying sustainable and energy-efficient building materials and practices. The results are both architecturally extraordinary and inspirational.

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Site Analysis: Document and consider wind patterns, views, automobile access, optimum building location and solar orientation Building Program: Extensively review project scope and requirements with all partners: include each space, style desired, lifestyle, furnishing measurements, views, etc Schematic Design: Prepare concept sketches based on project requirements. Green Building Advisor: If requested, design home to comply with LEED or Northwest Energy Star ratings; Prepare documents and coordinate submittal to the respective agency. Conceptual 3D model: Conceptual computer model with ability to fly-around home Building Permit Documents: Prepare drawings required for the jurisdiction within in order to obtain a permit for construction Design Review Committee Approval: Prepare documents and attend meetings required for approval of governing design review board Material Selection: Advise the Owner in making selections for all materials and finish colors for the shell of the home including windows, roofing, siding, stone, doors and trim Contractor Selection: Assist the Owner in choosing a Contractor by either negotiating or obtaining proposals and bids for contracts for construction Construction Administration: During the construction, act as the Owners representative, visiting the site regularly to ensure that construction is in compliance with the drawings, and to reject work that is nonconforming Interior Design: Assist the Owner in selecting interior finishes; plumbing fixtures & fittings; countertops and tile; lighting fixtures; shower enclosures; cabinet style; hardware, etc. Computer Model Rendering: Computer rendering depicting colors, materials, landscaping
Neighborhoods
Aubrey Butte, River West
Associations
AIA, LEED AP
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http://www.ksmulandarchitect.com

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Architects & Builders Services, Architects, Architectural & Construction Specifications, Home Design & Planning, Residential Designers
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