FAQ

Absolutely not. Altough these projects are designed to perfectly fit in these properties (views, terrain orientation, maximum areas and heights, etc), you can buy any Package you like and use it in any other property you have/like. Another reason is because the properties may not be available at the time of your purchase.

First of all, let me congratulate you for your great and brave decision! As we are not registered to sell, buy or mediate any Real Estate property, the process goes like this:

1. Contact me, via email with your request. From here I'll check if the property is still available directly with the Owner or with the Realtors.
2. I'll contact you with the purchase conditions and details;
3. Assuming the property is available and that the conditions meets your expectations, the next step is for you to purchase the Package.
4. I'll send you the Package with the contacts of the Seller so you can start the buying process.

No problem, we do this frequently. It's your home it should be just right for you. The process for customizing your plan is straightforward; it goes like this:

1. Contact me, via email and I'll review the intended modifications. Be sure to send along any pertinent sketches or a detailed description of the changes you'd like made. From this I'll develop an estimate of the price and the time it will take to modify the drawings for you to review.
2. Assuming the estimate and written change description meets your approval, the next step is for you to purchase the plans along with 50% of the quote to modify the drawings. This acts as the deposit and is my cue to begin modifying the drawings per your request. Shortly after I receive the order, I'll confirm with you via email the expected turn around time, which will depend on our current workload.
3. I'll contact you again when the design changes have been finalized and request the balance of the modification time. Upon receipt of that order, I'll email you the finalized modified PDF package.

The drawings will be available to you within 7 days after purchase. This is the time needed to make sure everything is up to date for you. A link to download the PDF and CAD files will be sent to your email.

Intended for you to review the basic plan layout, this package includes floor plans, sections and exterior elevations. These plans are priced to aid you evaluating whether this is the right design for you. If so you can use them 'as is' to submit for a Building Licence (Licenciamento) with any architect you choose to, if not you can modify them to better suit your needs.

• Cover Sheet – notes, license agreement, legend
• Floor Plans – dimensioned layout drawings*
• Exterior Elevations – showing windows, doors, + exterior materials*
• Building Sections + Details*
• Interior Elevations*
• Photo-realistic images

Other resources included:

• Project Roadmap
• Developer Guidelines
• Material List
• Green Solutions Features Guide

* delivered in PDF and CAD files, best for use by architects, engineers and Builders.

No. Because local design conditions, climate concerns and codes vary so widely, it's impossible for us to design a structure that would work for every location. For this reason, the license agreement requires you to retain the services of a local engineer to design the structural system for your project.

Plumbing fixture types are shown on the plans, but the set doesn't include rough-in locations or fixture selections. If you'd like help selecting appropriate fixtures, we can be hired to aid in the selection process. Plumbing runs and rough-in will be influenced by local codes and must be coordinated with the structural design (see above). As such, these decisions are too coordinated with local engineers.

Most designs do not, there are a few that may do. If they're included, you'll find them listed in the drawing list. We can be hired to develop and customize the lighting plan as needed to suit your design.

This will vary based on your location and the equipments/specifications you choose. Here in Lisbon area, we typically tell clients to expect the construction costs between €900-1.300/square meter (this excludes site costs + land acquisition). It's also highly dependent on the builder involved and how much of the work you perform yourself. So, there's definitely some variability in the actual price range.

Yes, and no. You can freely distribute the plans, say for example to Contractors + Subcontractors, so that they're able to price and build your home, but you can't freely distribute it to others to construct their homes too. The plans are licensed for use in constructing only one home. Purchasing the plans means you're bound to the licensing terms, which spell reproduction rights out in more detail. I retain the copyrights for the plans but allow you to use them for the duration of the project.

Absolutely. I'd be happy to consult with you - at my current hourly rate - and guide any remaining decisions you might need to make or walk you through some of the details. Contact me via email to schedule a time to talk.