Have a building project in mind?

This page was created to provide general information for prospective clients on the complex topic of building a structure. Whether you are months or years away from starting a project, here are several resource websites to get you started.

Before You Build

• 5 Steps to your New Home from About.com
• For large projects, Project Planning & Development from WBDG

Hiring an Architect

• AIA Pittsburgh has an informative website here.
• Good article from the Home Monthly magazine on the Importance of an Architect.

Sustainable Building and Communities

• General Building principles from the Natural Resource Defense Council
• A Green Building Primer from BEST

Good Local Architectural Resources

• AIA Cleveland Chapter
• Green City Blue Lake
• Cleveland Restoration Society
• Cleveland City Planning Commission
• Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative