Services
Baran Studio provides architectural services from early feasibility through construction. We work with homeowners, developers, businesses, and institutions on projects ranging from individual buildings to multifamily housing and larger development strategies.
Our experience combines design, entitlement, development analysis, technical documentation, and construction. This allows us to evaluate projects realistically while maintaining a strong architectural vision.
Feasibility and Development Strategy
We help clients understand what can be built before committing to a project. Services may include:
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Site and zoning analysis
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Development capacity and yield studies
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Test fits and massing studies
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Preliminary code analysis
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Programming and site selection
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Pro forma and construction-cost coordination
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Evaluation of subdivision, housing, and development options
Architecture and Design
We provide architectural design for:
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Custom homes and residential additions
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Multifamily and small-lot housing
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Accessory dwelling units
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Mixed-use and commercial buildings
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Tenant improvements and workplace interiors
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Adaptive reuse and building conversions
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Institutional and specialty projects
Our work may include concept design, schematic design, design development, visualization, material selection, and coordination with engineering and specialty consultants.
Entitlements and Permitting
We guide projects through planning approvals and building permits. This may include:
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Pre-application and agency coordination
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Planning and zoning applications
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Design review
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Conditional-use permits and variances
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Neighborhood and public presentations
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Building-permit documentation
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Responses to planning and plan-check comments
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Coordination with public works and other agencies
Construction Documentation
We prepare coordinated drawings and specifications that translate the design into a clear, buildable project. Services may include:
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Code and life-safety documentation
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Site plans, floor plans, elevations, and building sections
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Wall sections and construction details
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Interior elevations and enlarged plans
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Coordination with structural, civil, landscape, energy, and MEP consultants
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Material and product research
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Waterproofing, accessibility, and acoustic detailing
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Specifications and schedules
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Constructability and cost review
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Coordination of the complete permit and construction set
Construction Administration
During construction, we help protect the design intent and resolve issues as they arise. Services may include:
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Site visits and construction observation
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Review of submittals and substitutions
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Responses to contractor questions
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Review of change orders and payment applications
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Drawing revisions and supplemental instructions
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Punch list and project closeout
Flexible Scope
Not every project requires every service. We can provide a complete architectural scope or focus on a specific phase, such as feasibility, entitlement, permitting, design, or construction.