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THE STORY OF HOME

How To Approach Architectural Design

Designing your own home is a collaborative and personalized journey. To create the home of your dreams, we connect each of our clients with architect, and REYNARD managing partner, James Knight.


James Knight of REYNARD with client Vicky Bantug in Canton, GA on a dirt hill, with forest in the background. An orange excavator is parked on the hilltop. Sky is overcast. custom home build site.
Architect James Knight on site with REYNARD client Vicky in Canton, GA at her home build site.

His unique approach, featuring unlimited design review sessions, ensures your vision is realized with meticulous attention to detail, creativity, and a commitment to your style, function, and budget.


Understanding Your Vision:


James begins with an in-depth design consultation to understand your aspirations, lifestyle, and functional needs.


This includes:

  • Style: Understanding your unique and preferred architectural style is the foundation.

  • Function: Room layouts, sizes, and specific features are carefully considered to meet your daily needs. We want to understand how the space will be used and what your lifestyle is like.

  • Budget: We discuss your spending goals from the start to ensure feasibility and transparency. Our job is to design a home within your budget.


Bringing Ideas to Life:

The design process unfolds with:

  • Concept Exploration: James translates your vision into preliminary design concepts, including sketches, REVIT models, floor plans, elevations and layouts.

  • Unlimited Design Review Sessions: This is where James's approach truly shines. Collaborate closely, exploring ideas, refining details, and ensuring every aspect aligns with your vision. James meets with each client in a private one-on-one setting in as many design review charrettes as are required for the project.


The Power of Unlimited Reviews:

  • Open Dialogue: Your feedback is valued and respected at every stage and applied to your design in real-time.

  • Flexibility: Add features, adjust layouts, and revisit concepts without limitations.

  • Visualization: Advanced 3D modeling and rendering tools bring your future home to life.

  • Budget Alignment: Every design decision is carefully considered to ensure it aligns with your budget.


Harmony of Style, Function, and Budget:

James expertly balances aesthetics, functionality, and cost-effectiveness. He offers creative solutions and alternatives to maximize your budget without compromising quality or style.


A Pressure-Free Experience:

The unlimited sessions approach eliminates pressure and allows you to make informed decisions at your own pace. James is dedicated to working with you until the design perfectly reflects your vision.


The Final Concept:

You'll receive comprehensive architectural plans ready for construction, capturing every detail of your dream home.



  • Expertise: Deep understanding of architectural styles and design techniques.

  • Patience: Unlimited review sessions ensure you never feel rushed or compromised.

  • Creativity: Innovative solutions to design challenges.

  • Commitment: Personalized dedication to making your dream home a reality.

  • Budget: Ensure the design is one you can afford to build.


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