We have spent decades expertly reviewing design documents and protecting millions of dollars in value for happy clients. The result: proven evaluation principles have not only stood the test of time, but make any project to which they are applied a lasting success in terms of livability, profitability, and longevity: 1 // Compliance 2 // Systems 3 // Costs 4 // Buildability 5 // Coherence Each metric is further broken down into points of application that we use to break down the ways that each project is succeeding and can be improved. The way making a small investment in your review catapults your project success forward simply must be experienced. The steps: 1 // Purchase your review, complete the after-purchase intake form, and upload your documents. 2 // Robyn Thomas, our founder and licensed architect gets to work on your review, turning it around to you within 2 business days. 3 // You receive your marked up document(s), including example concepts where applicable, and assessment report. Move forward with the next step in your process with the benefit of an expert second opinion that empowers you to act with confidence! SHOW ME MY REVIEW OPTIONS > Not sure if you're ready for a review? Exclusions: Cost estimation Procurement consulting Negotiating Live meetings Back-and-forth revisions Strategy calls Vetting the character of service providers or guaranteeing performance RS acting as the architect of record Managing or replacing your team Design or drawings - Screenshots of illustration concepts may be provided

We keep it super simple for you. You just need: The drawings or documents you want reviewed. The answers to our post-purchase intake form. They are simple questions you will know how to respond to. If not, just text us: 678-264-6900. That's it! Be aware that the quality and completeness of your documents and answers affect the results of your review. The more clear and complete, the better. File types we accept: .pdf .jpeg .jpg .tiff .heic .xlxs .csv .doc .png .gif .ppt .pptm .txt

Any and every one can use this excellent design shortcut resource - especially you. Homeowners and builders who want to keep the design and purchasing process on track.  Realtors who want to set themselves apart by gifting the package to a client who needs to get immediate feedback on their project for a successful listing or purchase. You - a discerning, busy, and cost-conscious person who wants expert design upfront without investing thousands of dollars on the wrong designer or the wrong approach. Often, design projects are some of the most expensive and complicated undertakings a person will make - other than having children or getting married. RS was founded with the mission to offer clients the tools needed to actually get the outcomes they are hoping for while minimizing the stresses that typically plague the design and construction process. What you need to do can be summed up in two words: MAKE SURE. Booking a review at all of your points of decision helps you avoid costly mistakes and not miss never-to-return opportunities to make the most of your investment with an expertly improved design. Other professional industries, like medicine, promote getting a second opinion. Why should design be any different? With your Independent Robyn Studios Architectural Review: Know what matters most. Move forward with confidence. Timely. Clear. Actionable. Exclusions: Cost estimation Procurement consulting Negotiating Live meetings Back-and-forth revisions Strategy calls Vetting the character of service providers or guaranteeing performance RS acting as the architect of record Managing or replacing your team Design or drawings - Screenshots of illustration concepts may be provided

We keep pricing simple. Every review is $375, less than the average cost of a night at a 5-star hotel or even a home inspection. What you get per review: Redlined drawings Comprehensive issues document Solution resources & examples Code/constructability/coordination flags We calibrate the depth of the review according to the complexity and clarity of the documents you submit. The more straightforward and concise the documents, the deeper we go. Some people choose to get more than one review for complex projects or documents. Two or more reviews receive a credit so that you save more and more as you purchase additional reviews. The steps: 1 // Purchase your review, complete the after-purchase intake form, and upload your documents. 2 // Robyn Thomas, our founder and licensed architect gets to work on your review, turning it around to you within 2 business days. 3 // You receive your marked up document(s) and assessment report. Move forward with the next step in your process with the benefit of an expert second opinion that empowers you to act with confidence! SHOW ME MY REVIEW OPTIONS > Not sure if you're ready for a review? Exclusions: Cost estimation Procurement consulting Negotiating Live meetings Back-and-forth revisions Strategy calls Vetting the character of service providers or guaranteeing performance RS acting as the architect of record Managing or replacing your team Design or drawings - Screenshots of illustration concepts may be provided

AI is fantastic at giving you data and fast. The answers you get tend to be very detailed and organized. However, what you cannot get with AI is the measured judgement that comes from decades of experience knowing when to do what and how to communicate what really matters. What we help you do as a fellow human can be summed up in two words: MAKE SURE. Key Difference: Our service blends professional judgment + client collaboration + personalized solutions. AI tools deliver data-driven feedback without human interpretation. What can work best is to use an AI service to review your document first, then submit both the AI feedback and your original document for your RS Independent Architectural Review. SHOW ME MY REVIEW OPTIONS > Not sure if you're ready for a review?

Our happy clients like you love the power they gain by having their reviewed documents and report in hand before moving forward. After your review and applying the feedback, you can use your documents to: Expertly direct your drafter Submit your drawings for permitting Choose a drafter Choose a contractor Release your contractor to work Release your vendor to order your package Buy the right stock plan for your site SHOW ME MY REVIEW OPTIONS > Not sure what you need - a review, a session, or drawings?

Our RS Independent Architectural Reviews are for you if at least two of these apply to you: You already have a drafter or designer. You're managing vendors yourself. You want expert oversight without full design fees. You want a licensed architect thinking with you. Our RS Independent Architectural Reviews are NOT for you if: You want someone to "just design it all". - See our design services You expect drawings without a team. You're shopping for the lowest design price ever. SHOW ME MY REVIEW OPTIONS > Not sure if you are ready for a review? Exclusions: Cost estimation Procurement consulting Negotiating Live meetings Back-and-forth revisions Strategy calls Vetting the character of service providers or guaranteeing performance RS acting as the architect of record Managing or replacing your team Design or drawings - Screenshots of illustration concepts may be provided

We have spent decades providing pre-decision insight on the spot + with follow-up reports and protecting millions of dollars in value for happy clients. The result: proven evaluation principles have not only stood the test of time, but make any project to which they are applied a lasting success in terms of livability, profitability, and longevity: 1 // Compliance 2 // Systems 3 // Costs 4 // Buildability 5 // Coherence Each metric is further broken down into points of application that we use to break down the ways that each project is succeeding and can be improved. The way making a small investment in your review catapults your project success forward simply must be experienced. The steps: 1 // Book your clarity session. Email any helpful images or documents to sessions@robynstudios.com. 2 // Robyn Thomas, our founder and licensed architect gets to work in preparation for your session. 3 // Attend your session. 3 // You receive your post-session report, including example concepts where applicable. Move forward with the next step in your process with the benefit of an actionable document that empowers you to act with confidence! SHOW ME MY SESSION OPTIONS > Not sure if you're ready for a clarity session? Exclusions: Cost estimation Procurement consulting Negotiating Back-and-forth revisions Vetting the character of service providers or guaranteeing performance RS acting as the architect of record Managing or replacing your team Design or drawings - Screenshots of illustration concepts may be provided

To get the most out of your session: -        Send us anything helpful that you already have, including notes, photos, and sketches. Email it to sessions@robynstudios.com. -        Prepare a list of your questions. -        Invite any stakeholders to attend – think spouses, family living with you, and contractors. That's it! Be aware that the quality and completeness of your provided information affect the results of your session. The more clear and complete, the better. SHOW ME MY SESSION OPTIONS >

Our happy clients like you love the power they gain by having their report in hand before moving forward. What you can then do: - Feel more confident about your project after getting up-front, professional advice. - Use the report to get preliminary pricing and feasibility feedback from your contractor. - Maximize your time and money investment by getting ahead of potential roadblocks and avoiding previously unforeseen mistakes. SHOW ME MY SESSION OPTIONS > Not sure what you need - a review, a session, or drawings?

Any and every one can use this excellent design shortcut resource - especially you. Homeowners and builders who want to keep the design and purchasing process on track.  Realtors who want to set themselves apart by gifting the package to a client who needs to get immediate feedback on their project for a successful listing or purchase. You - a discerning, busy, and cost-conscious person who wants expert design upfront without investing thousands of dollars on the wrong designer or the wrong approach. Often, design projects are some of the most expensive and complicated undertakings a person will make - other than having children or getting married. RS was founded with the mission to offer clients the tools needed to actually get the outcomes they are hoping for while minimizing the stresses that typically plague the design and construction process. What you need to do can be summed up in two words: MAKE SURE. Booking a clarity session at all of your points of decision helps you avoid costly mistakes and not miss never-to-return opportunities to make the most of your investment with an expertly improved design. Other professional industries, like medicine, promote getting expert guidance. Why should design be any different? With your Robyn Studios Clarity Session + Report: Know what matters most. Move forward with confidence. Timely. Clear. Actionable. SHOW ME MY SESSION OPTIONS > Not sure what you need - a review, a session, or drawings? Exclusions: Cost estimation Procurement consulting Negotiating Back-and-forth revisions Vetting the character of service providers or guaranteeing performance RS acting as the architect of record Managing or replacing your team Design or drawings - Screenshots of illustration concepts may be provided

Virtual Reviews are $675. In-Person Reviews are $1175* *In the Atlanta metro area. Travel within Alabama, Georgia (outside this area), or Florida is subject to an increased investment from $500 to $1000. During the session, we: - Identify pain points that will need special attention. - Give you suggestions you can implement right away. - Summarize your next best steps and entire roadmap to get or keep your project going smoothly. In the follow-up report, we: - Put the expertise we gave you during the session in writing so that you can easily refer to it. - Propose 2 starter design solutions or 1 more developed solution for the space you discuss with us. These can be depicted either as inspiration images or an initial diagram. No drawings are provided at this price point but can be ordered starting at an investment of 1500 dollars (for concept drawings).  What you can then do: - Feel more confident about your project after getting up-front, professional advice. - Use the report to get preliminary pricing and feasibility feedback from your contractor. - Maximize your time and money investment by getting ahead of potential roadblocks and avoiding previously unforeseen mistakes. If you don't have a pdf viewer, you can download one on your computer from https://get.adobe.com/reader/. On your phone or tablet, look up Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader in your app store. Once you are satisfied that you have located the official app, download it to your device. SHOW ME MY SESSION OPTIONS > Not sure what you need - a review, a session, or drawings? Exclusions: Cost estimation Procurement consulting Negotiating Back-and-forth revisions Vetting the character of service providers or guaranteeing performance RS acting as the architect of record Managing or replacing your team Design or drawings - Screenshots of illustration concepts may be provided

We have spent decades observing and researching how design trends have shaped the way we experience spaces. The result: proven design principles have not only stood the test of time, but make any space to which they are applied absolutely stunning: 1 // Drama 2 // Richness 3 // Comfort 4 // Activation 5 // Composition Each one is further broken down into point of application that we use to infuse spaces with the kind of atmosphere and satisfying it factor that can hardly be put into words. It simply must be experienced. See how our idea homes showcase these principles >

Often, design projects are some of the most expensive and complicated undertakings a person will make - other than having children or getting married. RS was founded with the mission to offer clients an exciting, easy-to-follow design experience guided by a trained professional and using a proven design system to make ANY space outstanding - our Design Currency Protocol™. Our clients have said that they are super happy they chose to work with us because we actively communicate even after they pay invoices, help them see where their dollars are going, and elevate and inspire their design vision in a way that gives them joy for years on end. Also, we are quite different from most any design services company you will come across in that we: Offer architecture, outdoor, and interior design all in one company. Are the only professional design company that offers the Design Currency Protocol™ proven success system, based on design intelligence. You benefit from our creative expertise that spans not only design but also cost and resale. While fully custom design is our signature offer, we also leverage stock plans as a wonderful way to streamline the design process. Robyn Studios was founded in April of 2020 by licensed architect Robyn Thomas as the formalization of her over twenty-two-year span of design experience. In the years since, the studios have become a highly sought-after regional design fulfillment and resource center for families, business owners, HOA boards, builders, and a growing list of industry professionals. Robyn is NCARB certified. This prized industry certification provides and expedites reciprocity, an agreement across all 55 US jurisdictions. While based in metro Atlanta, we operate in Alabama, Georgia, and Florida and are available for select projects nationwide. Our team continues to grow to meet the increasing needs of discerning clients. Our website is more than just a brochure about us. It is filled to the brim with design resources that you can successfully implement without paying a dime in design fees until you are ready. Why would we offer this benefit? Because we want you to see for yourself why we are the design ally you've been looking for, putting the best resources and expertise right at your fingertips. The fact that you are here means you want an easy yet elevated design experience with a relatable, fun-loving, knows-what-they-are-doing designer that is committed to understanding what you want and getting you there. We know what it's like to want a living space that is beautifully arranged and rewarding to be in. We also know what it's like to buy and buy and buy and still not have that result. Clients have also shared with us the frustration of hiring a designer only to end up with a design that just simply doesn't work. Before talking to us or another prospective design partner, consider the following: // Do I want to DIY any part of this project? // What is my investment range? // When do I want to start? // Do I need to have this work done in phases? // What level of involvement do I need - just initial concepts or full installation? // Do I understand the benefits of having a contractor or other professional involved from the beginning? Document your requirements with photos and details such as timeline, budget, and priorities. Pricing systems vary, so gather information on what each provider includes in their pricing metric, such as cost-per-square-foot, cost per phase, or hourly rate.

A project budget consists of more than the construction costs. This list covers some additional items that should be accounted for: Demolition and proper disposal of items Contractor’s profit - typically 20% or so Site development costs Design, engineering, architecture and other consultants’ fees - at least 8% Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) Administrative costs Moving and storage costs Shipping, freight and installation costs Sales tax Construction contingency - at least 5% If you also want interior furnishings, a good set of numbers is: 1. Furnishings themselves: 10 to 20% of the home’s overall value. For example, expect to pay between $50,000 and $100,000 to furnish a home worth $500,000 if you will shop and design it yourself or with the add of a retail store's complimentary design services. For professional design and the lasting polished results it gets you, increase your anticipated investment by $10,000 to $20,000. Our suite of reviews and curated RS Worthy Selections can reduce this investment substantially while getting you well on your way to having the hotel luxe effect for yourself. 2. The “other costs” category, which include freight charges, cleaning costs, installation and sales tax: A typical formula is 15 – 20% of the overall budget for accessories, 8.5% for sales tax and 12 – 15% for freight and delivery. For a $500,000 home, expect to add at least 36% of the range from line 1 above for and pay an additional $11,340 to $18,000, for a sample total range of $42,840 to $68,000.

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Architecture + Interior Design + Outdoor Design | RENOVATIONS, ADDITIONS, AND NEW BUILDS

We offer a range of services for business owners and developers, including architectural design, interior design, and outdoor design in conjunction with our project success consulting services for build outs and new builds. HOSPITALITY - FF&E updates, renovations, additions, and new builds for rebranding or renewal. RETAIL - Build outs, renovations, additions, and new builds of individual spaces or entire shopping centers. MULTIFAMILY - Townhomes, mixed use, duplexes, and apartments that are being renovated or built new. OFFICE - Build outs, renovations, additions, and new builds of individual suites or entire buildings.

We bridge the gap between dream homes and light commercial projects and reality through expert planning and design. We love to partner with talented, experienced designers like you to bring these visions to life. We work with you in two main ways: 1: We bring a project to you where we have already developed the schematic design with the client. They will work with you to complete a permit set, construction set, etc. 2: You bring a project to us when you want to bring in more expertise for a solid product or to win better clients, access other markets, and/or complete light commercial design where a licensed professional is required. // Text Robyn to get started: 678-264-6900 // Here are some specific examples: 1 // Your market and our market: RS completes the client-facing in-take and design development services/your team completes the production work. 2 // Your market and our market: RS serves the stamping architect of record function only, allow you to complete work in jurisdictions that require a license or light commercial projects. 3 // Your market: You and your team complete the intake service, RS completes the remaining client-facing services, your company completes the production work. 4 // Our market: RS hands off projects where the scope is outside of our new build and large addition focus area. We are happy to discuss a fee structure for all of the options listed below and are sure that we can create something amazing together. When we work as a team with professionals like you, we typically bill a flat rate that is in line with the overall scope and our role of responsibility. // Text Robyn to get started: 678-264-6900 // Some key benefits we can look forward to: 1 // Streamlined Process: Per-project options allow you to redirect your resources as you like to meet your time allocation and revenue goals with greater ease 2 // Repeat Business: Benefit from our established client base and enjoy steady work and new challenges. ​3 // Licensed Professional Availability for Access to Commercial Work and Residential Projects where AHJs require stamping: I am able to serve as the stamping architect of record in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. 4 // An Expanded Network: We also work with engineers who likewise produce great work across many states. // Text Robyn to get started: 678-264-6900 //