A COMPLETE RESOURCE FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION BY MIAMI ARCHITECT,
MARIA LUISA CASTELLANOS, R.A., LEED AP. 

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Designing a waterfront home in Miami is a dream for many homeowners—but it’s also a unique architectural challenge. Beyond aesthetics, building near the water comes with technical considerations such as FEMA flood elevations, solar orientation, privacy, and making the most of every view. Whether you're building a brand-new home or adding to an existing one, understanding how to blend structural resilience with breathtaking design is key.

Before you start a whole house renovation in Miami, there are three very important things you need to look at before you do anything else. Are you in a flood zone? What kind of structure is supporting your roof? Are you on septic tank or sewer line?

This is a quick overview of Miami's central, prestigious neighborhoods, and how difficult it is to get a permit there, by Miami architects, Maria Luisa Castellanos

Miami architect with offices in Coral Gables explains the hidden monetary potential of expanding your Coral Gables house.

A lot has been said about online shopping vs. shopping at brick and mortar stores. Many people think that physical stores are on their way

How can you plan a house for today and for future sale. Miami architect gives you a few ideas: curb appeal, roomy bathrooms, high ceilings.

In this article, a Miami architect explains what it means to be an expert in residential coastal construction in Miami, Florida

Article by Miami architect Maria Luisa Castellanos about why relocating to Miami, buying a house, and renovating it is a game changer.

Miami architects gives you the steps to build a remodeling for your neighborhood shopping center. What are the most important issues?

Coral Gables architect explains the process for taking an addition through the Board of Architects process & continue to permitting.

To me, “Good bones” means a house with a working floor plan, solid structure, and windows. In other words, it may need to be remodeled or u

What are the stages of a successful remodel in Coral Gables to give your house a new look? Coral Gables Architect explains.

If you are considering building a home in Coral Gables or remodeling one, choose the right luxury architect who knows Coral Gables.

The ultimate guide to finding the best residential architect in Miami.

If you want to relocate to Miami and want to remodel or build a new house, here are the advantages of hiring United Architects, a Miami firm

A Miami residential architect can design your space to flow from one area to another, but without great details the space can appear stark.

Information about 40-year re-certifications in Miami-Dade. United Architects performed these inspections in the past, but is no longer.

The Miami 21 Zoning Code for the City of Miami allows what it calls “Granny Flats” in certain areas, specifically T3-L.

Miami architect, Maria Luisa Castellanos, describes what you can build on a small lot in the City of Miami and the related parking issues.

So you got your permit for your building, what happens now? This outline of the phases is for a small building in Coral Gables or Miami

Learn from a Miami architect where to find the zoning requirements for a lot you want to buy prior to purchasing it.

Buying a house in a flood zone in Miami can be a daunting decision, given the local environment. Miami architect explains what to consider.

Miami architect explains 8 ideas to incorporate into a house design to make it more energy efficient. Start with cross-ventilation.

Maybe you want to know why Miami 21, the zoning code for the City of Miami, is such a different code from all the other municipal codes in S

This article, by architect Maria Luisa Castellanos, R.A., describes residential architecture trends as Miami prepares for the future.

Miami architect explains why you need to know if you are in a flood zone before you buy, in order to add or remodel the property later.

Information on zoning for anyone interested in buying property in Miami or looking to build a building or house in Miami.

Public Housing & Community Development with Miami-Dade County's Planning Department unveiled the regulations on their workforce housing.

These 10 questions to ask a contractor will help you know whom you are hiring. They seem like small details, but they are important.

Plan your beautiful new home or addition to save on homeowners' insurance costs by a Miami residential architect