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Licensed Architect with 14+ years of experience in commercial development, specializing in master planning, feasibility studies, and site planning. I bring a strong understanding of zoning and re-zoning, pre-submittals, code compliance, site constraints, and real-world construction considerations to help developers, brokers, landowners, and project teams evaluate opportunities early and reduce risk before major investments are made. Expertise & Specializations • Master & Urban Planning • Feasibility Studies and Zoning Research • Site Planning and Site Analysis • Development Yield Studies and Test Fits • Entitlement Strategy Support (Pre-Submittals & Agency Coordination) My strongest skill is understanding the big picture, translating complex regulations, site constraints, and development goals into clear options, test-fit scenarios, and concise summaries that support confident decision-making. I am a highly collaborative partner known for strong organization, clear communication, and delivering well-structured information that helps teams move from concept to next steps efficiently. Typical Deliverables • Zoning and code summary with key constraints and opportunities • Conceptual site plans and test-fit layouts • Development yield and massing studies • Feasibility summaries outlining viable options and trade-offs • Pre-submittal packets

When I say delivered by Monday - I actually mean it! Bachelor's degree in architectural design, and 20 years in architectural visualization, working with architects and developers on projects where the visuals need to close deals, win investors, or sell projects before the ground breaks. I turn concept ideas into fully developed visual presentations. When the deadline is tight, I know how to prioritize and optimize the pipeline, without sacrificing quality or the details that matter. If you need a quick and easy render, city permits, or a simple floor plan, I'm probably not your guy. I work best on complex, high-budget projects: luxury residential, mixed-use developments, investor decks, pre-sale campaigns. frameviz dot com SketchUp + Enscape / Twinmotion /D5 3DMax + Vray or Corona, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere for post-production.

Hi, I’m Lauren — a wife and proud mom to three amazing kids (a sibling group we fostered and then adopted!). I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from Washington State University — Go Cougs! — and bring over 15 years of experience in drafting and design. Residential design and drafting is my passion, but honestly, any type of drafting excites me. I love helping clients visualize their homes and spaces through detailed floor plans, elevations, and my favorite — 3D modeling. I primarily work in Chief Architect, with a side of Google SketchUp, to bring ideas to life. My career has included working with general contractors on custom homes, remodels, additions, and light commercial projects, as well as with high-end interior design-build firms. I’ve had the privilege of being involved from concept through permit-ready construction documents, which gives me a well-rounded perspective on the design-build process. Today, with one of my children needing extra care, I’ve shifted into drafting and design opportunities that allow me to work from home while supporting my family. It’s been such a blessing to continue doing what I love — helping contractors, designers, and homeowners across the nation visualize and complete their projects.

** I’m available M-F PST. I take weekends and major holidays off, but you're always welcome to send a message anytime, I’ll reply as soon as I can.** ------ I’m Brenda, an Architectural Designer specializing in residential floor plans, 3D modeling, realistic interior and exterior renderings, and presentation-ready visuals for homeowners, builders, designers, and contractors. I help turn rough sketches, PDFs, DWGs, reference images, and design ideas into clean, organized drawings and visuals that are easy to understand, present, and build from. I’ve worked on a variety of residential projects, including remodels, ADU concepts, bathroom elevations, custom home layouts, exterior renderings, site plans, built-ins, 3D floor plans, and presentation renderings for contractors, interior designers, and homeowners. Services I offer include: -2D floor plans and layout revisions -Existing and proposed plans -Interior and exterior renderings -3D models from sketches, PDFs, DWGs, or reference images -3D floor plans -Built-in elevations + Millwork -Site plans and presentation graphics -Material, finishes, and mood board support Software I use includes SketchUp, Revit, D5 Render, Rayon Design, Photoshop. I am also experienced in other software if a specific program is needed. Clients usually come to me when they need someone who can take their ideas and turn them into clear, polished visuals without making the process feel overwhelming. I'm communicative, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality work while collaborating closely with clients throughout the design process. Whether you need a quick floor plan, a realistic render, or a full visual package for a remodel, proposal, or presentation, I’d be happy to help bring your project to life! ***Please note, I am not a licensed architect, and final permit or construction documents may require review or a stamp by a licensed professional depending on your project and jurisdiction.

*LID - Low Impact Development Certified (stormwater retention & mitigation, green roofs, cisterns, raingardens, and permeable pavement)* *NFPA Certified for Wildfire Residential Risk Reduction* *WSU Certified Naturalist* I am an architectural and landscape designer, working since 2015-2021 at professional firms and then at my own business, Relics Design, since 2022. I also have 4 years experience as a landscaper (hard labor kind), and 4 years of undergrad training at the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. My skillset centers around native-first landscape design across the US, customized residential renovations, commercial renovations and interior design specifically for restaurants, wildfire prevention and mitigation work, water reclamation, and environmental assessments/site analysis for homesteads, but I have experience in many, many different areas. My most recent projects have been residential landscaping plans, master planning subdivisions, residential renovation for a disabled family, and assisting a family farm with code research. Prior, I've been involved in projects ranging from creating Historic District Design Standards in Arlington, WA, providing conceptual designs for the UW Ext. Discovery Garden public entry in Mount Vernon, WA, and the Saketome/Michi Ramen Bar restaurant remodel and expansion in Missoula MT. Please note I am not an Architect and cannot stamp drawings. ----------------------------More below---------------------------- I have been working since I was 13, mainly in restaurants, so restaurant design has a big place in my heart. In fact, I've worked parttime in restaurants for a few decades because the work is so opposite of this. I learned that hard work, longevity and durability of materials, and ease of use for all end users is the most important factor in well-designed spaces. Every project has the opportunity to engage and satisfy any design needs through collaboration and clear communication. I am an advocate for making your property climate resilient (think floods, drought, high wind, and high heat) through native landscaping, permaculture, hugelkultur, water reclamation, and watershed restoration, while also fully embracing your aesthetics - roses, hostas, non-natives, we can make those work as long as they are treated the right way as non-natives. I also push pretty hard for sustainability in architecture, via the Circular Economy standards: lifecycle planning, material sourcing, strict labor standards, etc, and using small Passive House tactics to make a more energy efficient building envelope without breaking your bank. I truly believe that your nostalgia, your happy thoughts, your favorite colors, seasons, and textures can be combined through architectural/landscape design to give you a home you really feel Happy in. We, you and me, do that by finding the right materials, lighting techniques, and design details based on your particular psychology. No more beige, grey, and white value-based houses! Lets bring some personality back :). I hope you find commonality with my values and find them a reason to work with me, time and time again. Thank you for checking out my profile!

I am a licensed Landscape Architect with over 20 years of experience. I have lived and worked throughout the western United States and am familiar with a variety of landscape regions. I love the outdoors and the design and creation process. I am also a small business owner and know the value of high quality, efficient work. My project experience includes everything from small residential design to large regional plans. I have worked every aspect of projects from client acquisition, site surveying, base drawing preparation, conceptual design, final design and drawings, details and specifications, construction overview, as-built drawings, project billing, and project close-out. I enjoy drafting and creating neat and concise drawings. I have also worked on presentation drawings and graphics utilizing Adobe Photoshop and SketchUp. As a small business owner I am constantly taking photographs and doing the necessary adjustments and editing for them. I do my own bookkeeping and display/promotional materials. I enjoy learning new programs and conquering challenges.