A Complete Resource of Architectural and Construction Information by Miami architect, Maria Luisa Castellanos, R.A., LEED AP.  Read our blog postings below.
 

How to design a remodel of a house in Miami

Are you confused about what an architect does and what an engineer does? Miami architect explains

What is the difference between architecture & interior design? Miami residential architect explains

Miami Architect Creates The Ultimate Guide to Successful Commercial Building Construction:

Do you really want to get your plans permitted by City of Miami Zoning quickly?

Miami architect explains why building in Miami is particularly challenging

Ideas to include in your new house or addition to reduce energy bills by Miami residential architect

5 Reasons to invest in residential property in Miami by Miami residential architect and realtor

Are you buying a house in Miami? Do you know what items are not covered by a home inspection?

Miami Architect tells you why you must know whether your property is in a flood zone before purchase

11 ways to make your new Miami house, addition, or renovation more sustainable by Miami architect

Want to know the steps to build a house in Miami, Florida? Architect explains relevant points

Do you want to build with reinforced masonry or end up dead in a storm like Hurricane Ian?

What does it mean to be experts in residential coastal construction? A Miami architect explains

Would you like to build an accessory dwelling unit or guesthouse?

Want to build on a small lot in the City of Miami? I can help with that!

What should you know about commercial zoning in the Miami 21 Code?

What do you need to know before buying in Miami, before you make a mistake?

Build a concrete slab roof on your new house and save yourself the headaches of wood trusses

Five tips for building your home addition

What 20 questions should you ask yourself before building a new house in Miami?

Should you be worried that your building will collapse like the one in Surfside?

Can we build better or do we accept another 114 people dying in the next hurricane?

Why should you buy & remodel a house & consider using your IRA to do it?

4 Stages of a Successful Remodel in Coral Gables: Do you want to give your house a new look?

How do I plan a house near the ocean? What are the issues?

Miami residential architects explain 3 things to know for planning your future home addition

Are you tired of looking at old houses and thinking of building a house from scratch?

Now that you can't move, do you want to remodel? Do your planning first!

Granny Flats – should we build them?

How involved should you be in your project? Who picks the finishes?

So you got your permit. Now what? The 6 Phases of Construction

So you want to build a new house. Do you know how to pick a site for it?

Space Matters

Do we want tourists to see this – the entrance to Downtown Miami Government Center and Metrorail?

Adaptive Reuse - Will This Become a Trend in Miami

Does your space work for you?

10 Ways to make your design more beautiful and livable by a Miami residential architect

How about adding to the front of your apartment building?

Will online shopping kill brick-and-mortar stores?

Want to buy that condo - really?

10 Questions to ask a general contractor before hiring him

Can you phase your commercial remodeling project?

Planning a house for today and for future sale

If you live in Unincorporated Miami-Dade, can you turn your single-family property into a duplex?

Where would we go if we had a revolution?

What does 'good bones" mean and what makes a good floor plan?

Time is right for investing in the Florida Keys

Principles of Good Planning from the Miami 21 Zoning Code