Full Service Architectural Services in the Carolinas
At Root Down Designs, we specialize in high-performance & regenerative building solutions. Our focus is on creating healthy buildings by using earth-friendly materials of both conventional and alternative methods of construction for residential & commercial structures. We excel in working with project-specific budgets and in helping clients to clearly define their goals. We work hand-in-hand with our clients to co-develop their vision & help to execute + manage the project within their unique parameters. From Conservation Developments to Eco-Resorts to backyard Yoga Huts, we easily adapt to the size + complexity of each project, navigating the building process so that you don’t have to.
DESIGN PRINCIPLES
Smaller Footprint + Higher Quality: Highly efficient layouts, customized to your needs. Maximize your dollar while ensuring a proper budget for quality construction
Energy Efficiency: A holistic building systems approach from the positioning on the land to the insulation within the walls. Including passive solar + cooling techniques and designs
Budget-Driven Design: We stay focused on realistic designs + expectations within the project budget & land usage
Breakdown of Services
Initial Consultation Meeting
Project Budget + Size Analysis
Due Diligence + Zoning Studies
Proposal of Service + Design Fees
Schematic Design Development
Site Analysis + Passive Solar Design
Natural Building Feasibility Study
Creating Construction Documents
Coordinating Consultants+ Engineer
Bidding + Negotiations with Contractor
Navigating Building Permit Process
Construction Administration
HEALTHY + ETHICAL INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL dESIGN
Great interior design should not only provide visual delight and well-planned spaces, but a healing refuge. It should be a cleansing escape from the air pollution and toxic chemical bombardment we must face each time we venture into the industrial world. Our team has spent time reading the most recent studies and thoroughly researching this subject. We understand how redlist chemicals in building products can negatively affect the human body, and how we can easily avoid them in our designs. We believe in a more natural & simple approach to interiors, yet never compromising on quality or beauty. Whether it’s a full chef’s kitchen, master bath renovation or a fireplace surround, we believe that the building materials, finishes and fixtures that we select must support the wellbeing of our clients, and of our planet.
BREATHE EASY
Healthy indoor air quality is essential. All products specified have been vetted to meet strict low-emissions testing.
– NO harmful VOC’s –
– NO redlist chemicals –
– NO Phthalate Plasticizer –
– Natural from-the-earth finishes –
– Air-cleansing products –
ETHICALLY SOURCED
Quality products manufactured by adults in facilities that follow the highest health and sustainability standards
– Environmentally friendly practices –
– Strict guidelines for employee health –
– North American & European products –
FINISHES + FIXTURES
Regional shops & artisans to support our regional economy & community
– Wall + Ceiling Finishes –
– Solid Woods + Stains/Oils –
– Cabinet Designs + Adhesives –
– Tile + Stones + Sealers –
– Appliances + Plumbing Fixtures –
– Lighting + Exhaust Systems –
READY TO BUILD YOUR SANCTUARY?
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