In March 2022, Rost Architects started design on our fourth ocean front home in Newport Beach. We are particularly excited about this project, not only because of its prime location and our wonderful clients, but also because it is one door down from the historic Lovell Beach house by Rudolph Schindler built in 1926. Check out the article to learn more about this project.
Read MoreAfter the design and engineering are complete, permits are secured, and a General Contractor agreement is established, the next phase of the project is construction. During the construction of a home, an Architect will offer Construction Administration or “CA” services. Below is an outline of the typical Construction Administration services that your Architect will offer during the Construction phase of your home
Read MoreWith each project it is critical to have a qualified, competent and experienced builder to construct the home. The quality of the builder will drastically effect the construction experience and outcome of the home. Check out the article to read more about what an Architect does during the bidding process to help the owner select the right builder for the job.
Read MoreThe design development phase of a project is the pivotal phase where the design starts to become real. During this phase, the Architectural team takes the owner approved schematic design and dives deeper into the more technical related components of the building, continues to refine the design from many different angles. This article highlights the key tasks that our team will be working on during the design development phase of your custom home project.
Read MoreThe customary Architectural Services are typically divided into four phases. They are; Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration. The Schematic Design phase of the project is the first phase of the project and in our opinion one of the most important phases. Check out our article to learn more about this phase of a project.
Read MoreIn January 2021 we had the privilege to speak with renowned author and architectural historian Barbara Lamprecht. Barbara specializes in modern architecture history and historic preservation. Our conversation was focused on Mid Century Modern Architect Richard Neutra. Enjoy the conversation.
Read MoreThinking about designing and building a custom home? To successfully complete your project, many different people will need to be involved and bring their individual expertise to the table. The quality of your project team will largely determine the outcome of your home.
Read MoreIn January, we had the opportunity to speak with Derek Wavering from KFSE Engineers. The discussion touched on topics such as; what makes a successful custom home project, workflow/responsibilities within a project team, industry advancements, new building technologies, and much more.
Read MoreWorking with a hybrid architectural & interior design firm has many advantages. When we created ROST, our vision was to create a firm that delivered one complete comprehensive building design with the interior and exterior tightly coordinated, thoughtfully designed and seamlessly unified into one aesthetic vision.
Read MoreShould you build your home from metal studs? What are the positives and negatives of metal stud construction? Over the past few years, we’ve had more and more clients ask about building their custom home from metal studs. Read the article to hear our un-biased opinions on the positives and negatives of metal stud construction.
Read MoreRost Architects is on track to secure permits from the city of Newport Beach and begin construction on a luxury multifamily duplex in December of 2020 on the Balboa Peninsula. Check out the article about the project to learn more!
Read MoreIn August 2020, Rost Architects started design for a new 4,200 SQFT single family custom home In Newport Beach California. This is an oceanfront home with spectacular views of the famous “Wedge” on the east end of the Balboa Peninsula. Check out our article to see the latest progress!
Read MoreRost Architects started design on a ground up modern home in Laguna Beach California in August 2020. Check out our article to learn more about the home!
Read MoreIn July 2020 Rost Architects started construction on a 2,400 square foot custom home in Newport Beach California. Check out our article to learn more about the home and see the recent construction photographs!
Read MoreIn August of 2020, Rost Architects completed construction on a five bedroom, five and a half bath, 5,600 square foot custom contemporary home, one block away from the ocean .
Read MoreWhat makes this house so special and iconic? The significance of this home is the product of the site, the materials, the design, the location, the photographs and the zeitgeist of the time period that it was built. Click to read more about the Stahl House.
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