Preston Design, Inc. – Services Provided

Pre-Design Meeting
Every project begins with the Foundational Meeting, a collaborative session that sets the direction for the entire design process. Led by Nicholas Preston, this meeting establishes project goals, aesthetic preferences, budget expectations, site considerations, and potential design approaches. It creates a shared understanding of priorities, identifies opportunities and constraints, and lays the groundwork for a smooth and highly personalized design experience. This thoughtful first step ensures the project starts with clarity, intention, and confidence.

3D Scanning
For renovations, additions, and new construction, 3D scanning delivers the most accurate site and building measurements available. Existing homes can be captured with exact interior and exterior dimensions, eliminating guesswork. For new builds, scanning documents topography and natural site features, helping the design respond authentically to the land. This precise data supports a smoother, more coordinated design process and reduces errors during construction

Design Development
With the foundation established, the design moves into a creative and analytical phase where concepts evolve into clear, buildable ideas. Nicholas explores multiple design paths shaped by the project’s goals, site conditions, and client preferences. Through detailed floor plans, elevations, and 3D perspectives, clients gain a strong sense of proportion, flow, and overall character. This phase is both collaborative and iterative, allowing refinements that prevent costly changes later. The result is a well considered and cohesive design direction ready to advance into technical documentation.

Landscape Design
A truly exceptional home extends beyond its walls and into the surrounding environment. Thoughtful landscape design strengthens the connection between architecture and nature through strategic plantings, gardens, water features, retaining walls, and other site elements. Outdoor amenities such as pools, hot tubs, terraces, and gathering spaces enhance daily living and create a seamless relationship between indoor and outdoor environments. The goal is a property that feels intentional, balanced, and beautifully integrated.

Advanced Visualization Tools
Cutting-edge visualization brings ideas to life long before construction begins. AI renderings allow rapid exploration of styles and materials. Professionally crafted 2D renderings show accurate proportions and realistic lighting. Animated walkthroughs reveal how spaces connect and flow. Virtual reality experiences, viewed through the Meta Quest, let clients step inside their future home and evaluate layouts firsthand. Nicholas has mastered all of these tools, offering clients an immersive, confident understanding of their design at every stage.

Building-Ready Drawing Set
Once the design is finalized, Nicholas prepares a comprehensive, meticulously detailed drawing set that serves as the blueprint for construction. These drawings document every major design decision and provide the precision needed for permits, accurate contractor pricing, and construction execution. A coordinated, well organized Building-Ready Drawing Set ensures the home can be built exactly as intended while minimizing errors, delays, and unforeseen costs.

Bidding Guidance
With the drawing set complete, Preston Design Inc. assists clients in evaluating contractor bids. Because all project details are clearly documented, builders can provide consistent, reliable pricing. Nicholas reviews each proposal with you, explains differences in scope and cost, highlights any gaps, and ensures you understand exactly what each contractor is offering. This clear and unbiased guidance empowers clients to make informed choices that align with budget, schedule, and quality expectations.

Construction Administration
After the contractor is selected and the project enters the building phase, Nicholas steps into the role of Construction Administrator, guiding the execution of the design with precision. He reviews schedules, addresses questions, evaluates shop drawings and submittals, conducts site visits, and resolves issues quickly. With unmatched knowledge of the design intent and construction requirements, Nicholas provides the oversight needed to keep the project aligned with its vision and ensure the final result is crafted with care and accuracy.