Transparent Pricing for Tailored Excellence
We believe in transparency and value. Our pricing reflects our commitment to delivering exceptional results while building long-term relationships with our clients.
Our fees are structured to reflect the scope of each project and the level of involvement required. We offer percentage-based pricing for large projects, hourly rates for advisory services, and tailored proposals for creative design and execution.
PRICING
Project Strategy & Oversight
Percentage-Based Pricing
8% of total project cost: For projects over $2M with full-service architects.
10-15% of total project cost: For projects $500K-$2M or high-involvement roles.
Note: Percentages include oversight, design input, and collaboration.
Advisory Services
Hourly Rates:
$300/hour: For ongoing advisory services (10+ hours/week).
$400/hour: For short-term or high-impact engagements.
Retainer Option: Custom retainers available for long-term advisory needs.
Creative Design & Execution
Hourly Design Services:
$300-$400/hour.
Tailored Proposals:
Project-specific fixed bids or percentages (10-20%) for larger creative projects.
WHY OUR PRICING STANDS OUT
Our goal is not just to manage a project but to deliver a superior final product—one that combines exceptional quality, reduced costs, and jaw-dropping design. With Taktura, every dollar spent is an investment in innovation and excellence.
Q&A
PROJECT STRATEGY & OVERSIGHT
What is included in your percentage-based pricing?
Our percentage-based pricing includes comprehensive oversight of your project, encompassing all major phases to ensure alignment with your vision, goals, and budget. This includes:
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Site Analysis: Evaluating the property’s potential from a design, functionality, and logistical perspective, including zoning restrictions and potential construction challenges.
Vision Compatibility: Determining how well the property aligns with your long-term goals, including space utilization, flexibility, and design potential.
Budget Feasibility: Assessing whether the project can be executed within your budget while maintaining the desired level of quality and design.
Remodel Opportunities: Identifying key areas for improvement in existing properties, such as layout changes, structural modifications, or value-enhancing updates.
Collaborative Recommendations: Offering actionable insights on property potential and guiding you on the next steps, whether it’s moving forward with a purchase or exploring alternative options.
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In-Depth Vetting: Reviewing architects’ and contractors’ past work, including design plans, building permits, and completed projects, to assess their expertise, reliability, and alignment with your vision.
Cost Efficiency: Analyzing bids and past projects to gauge how cost-effective the architect’s designs or the contractor’s execution has been.
Quality Assurance: Inspecting previous projects in person (where feasible) to evaluate the quality of work and verify alignment with high-end, modern expectations.
Collaborative Alignment: Selecting professionals who will work seamlessly with us, ensuring they share your goals and are willing to adapt to our collaborative approach.
Advocacy and Representation: Acting as your advocate, we ensure the team you hire has the experience, vision, and commitment to deliver a superior final product.
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Owner Advocacy: Representing your interests during design discussions to ensure the project reflects your vision.
Cross-Disciplinary Consistency: Ensuring collaboration across architects, designers, and contractors to maintain alignment and eliminate inconsistencies.
Practical and Innovative Input: Adding creative ideas and practical solutions to optimize aesthetics, functionality, and feasibility while avoiding overcomplexity.
Problem Solving: Addressing potential design challenges early and suggesting alternatives that maintain your goals while reducing costs or complexity.
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Construction Monitoring: Verifying that work meets agreed-upon standards and timelines.
Collaboration with Architects: Partnering with architects and contractors to resolve issues, optimize quality, and maintain accountability.
Lien Release Management: Ensuring lien releases are collected before payments are issued to avoid financial risks.
Owner Representation: Acting as your eyes and ears on-site, ensuring decisions are made with your interests in mind.
How do you calculate the percentage fee?
The fee is calculated based on the total project cost, which includes design, materials, construction, and all associated expenses. The percentage reflects the scope of work and level of involvement required for your specific project.
Can you help with smaller projects like remodels?
Yes, in these cases, we can offer hourly rates or flat fees depending on the scope of work, such as space planning, vendor selection, or design oversight.
CREATIVE DESIGN & EXECUTION
Are fixed bids available for design projects?
Yes, for defined scopes of work, we are happy to provide fixed bids. This allows you to have a clear understanding of the costs upfront and ensures alignment with your budget.
However, custom and creative design work can sometimes be challenging to bid accurately due to its unique and unpredictable nature. When things are more difficult to estimate, some suppliers may overbid to protect themselves against uncertainties. My approach is different—I'm upfront and transparent about potential complexities from the start.
If there’s a chance that a project might take longer than expected or exceed the budget, I make it a priority to communicate this as early as possible. I also strive to remain flexible. If things become more expensive than anticipated—whether it’s time or resources—I aim to balance that impact fairly. This means finding ways to adjust expectations or efforts, so you get the best outcome without unnecessary overages, even if it occasionally means less for me. My goal is to ensure that both of us feel good about the process and results.
ADVISORY SERVICES
Do you require a retainer for advisory services?
Yes, we typically require a retainer for all advisory services. For ongoing work (10+ hours per week), a retainer helps secure dedicated time and seamless collaboration. For smaller scopes of work, such as projects estimated at 20-30 hours, a retainer ensures commitment and allows us to allocate the necessary resources effectively.
How is advisory time tracked and billed?
We strive to keep things simple and efficient for our clients. Advisory time is billed in 15-minute increments, with a focus on delivering outcomes rather than tracking every detail. For larger projects, we work on a retainer or milestone-based structure, providing regular progress updates rather than hourly breakdowns. Our goal is to maintain transparency while focusing on the results that matter most to you.
GENERAL QUESTIONS
What is the first step to working with you?
The first step is simple: let’s have a conversation. We’ll meet to talk about your goals, explore ideas, and see if we’re a good fit for each other. There’s no pressure—this is more about getting to know each other and understanding what you’re looking to create.
Whether we’re walking through your space, chatting over coffee, or brainstorming ideas together, this meeting is a chance to casually explore your vision and start imagining the possibilities.
For me, it’s just as much about clicking with the people I work with as it is about the project itself. Building great things comes from great relationships, and I want to make sure we’re aligned in vision and goals before moving forward.
Are your fees negotiable?
Our fees are carefully calculated based on the value we bring to each project. While we don’t typically negotiate rates, we are happy to discuss the scope and structure to ensure alignment with your needs.