At ASR Design Studio, we believe the best projects happen when talented professionals work together with clarity, trust, and shared standards. We partner with contractors who value craftsmanship, communication, and efficiency as much as we do—creating homes that are not only beautiful, but thoughtfully built and highly functional.
Our team specializes in warm, modern, coastal-inspired design that balances aesthetics with real-life usability. We work hand-in-hand with contractors to streamline decisions, keep projects moving smoothly, and ensure clients feel supported every step of the way.
Collaborating With Trusted Builders to
CREATE Exceptional Spaces
Clear Plans & Documentation
Responsive, Proactive Communication
Client Experience Support
Designs That Build Well
Aligned Professional Standards
Detailed drawings, specifications, finish schedules, and product selections that help reduce guesswork and minimize costly changes.
We collaborate early, problem-solve quickly, and work as a true partner rather than simply “passing design over the fence.”
We help manage expectations, guide decision-making, and prevent overwhelm—helping keep your client confident and your project on track.
Beautiful concepts backed by practical construction understanding, realistic detailing, and respect for build timelines.
We value integrity, organization, respect for budgets, and a smooth working relationship—just like you.We collaborate with a curated network of skilled builders, trades, and artisans to execute each design with precision and care.
Why Contractors Enjoy
Working With Us
How We Work With Contractors
We review the project scope, goals, and constraints, and ensure everyone is aligned on responsibilities, deliverables, and communication flow.
2️⃣ Design & Documentation
We create design concepts, detailed plans, and selections that support efficient building.
3️⃣ Collaboration During Construction
We remain available throughout the process for clarifications, site visits (where applicable), design refinements, and client support.
4️⃣ Shared Success
We believe every great project strengthens everyone’s reputation. We aim for results that you’re proud to build and we’re proud to design.
We provide clear, detailed, and thoughtfully prepared design documents to support smooth construction and confident decision-making. From layouts and elevations to materials, specifications, and finish schedules, our documentation is created to eliminate guesswork, reduce delays, and help your team build with clarity and precision.
Design Documents
Comprehensive Design Support
From Vision to Reality
- Design Presentations & 3D Modeling – Visualize layouts, materials, and finishes before construction begins
- Finish & Fixture Selection – Source and specify cabinetry, hardware, lighting, appliances, and accessories
- Cabinet Layouts & Detailing – Plan layouts, finishes, hardware, and functional storage solutions
- Budget Planning & Management – Develop realistic budgets, track expenses, and align selections with cost goals
- Procurement & Delivery Coordination – Source, purchase, and ensure timely delivery of all materials and products
- Returns & Exchanges – Handle adjustments, returns, or replacements efficiently when needed
- Design & Construction Meetings – Regularly coordinate with clients, contractors, and trades to ensure alignment
- Collaboration with Professionals – Select and manage structural engineers, T24 consultants, and architects throughout design and implementation
- Design Intent Alignment – Work with trades and contractors to translate vision into accurate, high-quality outcomes
- Functional Layout Optimization – Prioritize functionality first, then aesthetics, then budget to create optimal spaces
- Vision & Programming Alignment – Collaborate closely with clients to define goals, lifestyle needs, and spatial flow
Design Presentation
Trying to decide on the best paint colors for our home's exterior had me going in circles until I hired ASR Design Studio. Ariel rescued me from weeks of indecision and frustration. In one session, she and her associate Sam came up with some great suggestions and we now have a beautiful color palette that enhances the architecture of our home. Working with Ariel was a pleasure and I am very happy that I called upon a professional for help. I highly recommend ASR Design Studio.
- elizabeth
Ariel has a great design eye, is a master with CAD and really took the stress out of picking furniture and interfacing with vendors. We loved her furniture selections and she was able to find great designs within our budget. Ariel took the time to learn about us, how we live in our space, and made selections that reflect our own personal style. We are both very busy professionals with limited bandwidth. We could not speak more highly of her project management skills and responsiveness. Thank you Ariel, we love our space! Looking forward to working with you again in the future.
- michael
GC Drawing Set
ASR Design Studio provides detailed, thoughtfully coordinated drawing sets that give contractors the clarity they need to build efficiently and accurately. From precise as-builts to fully developed construction drawings, we ensure your team has the information, dimensions, and design intent clearly documented for seamless execution.
- Coordinating home scanning / measured as-builts to capture accurate existing conditions
- Creating existing condition drawings for clear project understanding
- Preparing demolition plans to outline what’s being removed or modified
- Developing proposed floor plans with updated layouts and design intent
- Detailed cabinetry & millwork drawings with measurements, details, and specifications
- Reflected ceiling plans including lighting layout, electrical coordination, and finishes
- Flooing plans with material locations and transitions
- Slab layout planning to determine slab count and ensure proper grain matching where needed.
Detailed elevations with precise dimensions, callouts, and finish notations
GC Drawing Set
Trying to decide on the best paint colors for our home's exterior had me going in circles until I hired ASR Design Studio. Ariel rescued me from weeks of indecision and frustration. In one session, she and her associate Sam came up with some great suggestions and we now have a beautiful color palette that enhances the architecture of our home. Working with Ariel was a pleasure and I am very happy that I called upon a professional for help. I highly recommend ASR Design Studio.
- elizabeth
Ariel has a great design eye, is a master with CAD and really took the stress out of picking furniture and interfacing with vendors. We loved her furniture selections and she was able to find great designs within our budget. Ariel took the time to learn about us, how we live in our space, and made selections that reflect our own personal style. We are both very busy professionals with limited bandwidth. We could not speak more highly of her project management skills and responsiveness. Thank you Ariel, we love our space! Looking forward to working with you again in the future.
- michael
Permitting & Approvals
ASR Design Studio helps streamline the permitting process from start to finish. We coordinate with the right professionals, manage communication with the city, and help ensure all required documents are accurate and submitted correctly—so projects stay on track and clients feel supported every step of the way.
- Preparation of detailed permit-ready drawings
- Collaboration with permit runners to manage submissions and status updates
- Scheduling and attending city meetings to support approvals
- Supporting clients with fee guidance and payment coordination to the city
- Working closely with structural engineers to prepare compliant structural documents
- Partnering with Title 24 consultants to complete required energy compliance documentation
- Ensuring complete permit packages for a smoother approval process
Permit Drawings
Trying to decide on the best paint colors for our home's exterior had me going in circles until I hired ASR Design Studio. Ariel rescued me from weeks of indecision and frustration. In one session, she and her associate Sam came up with some great suggestions and we now have a beautiful color palette that enhances the architecture of our home. Working with Ariel was a pleasure and I am very happy that I called upon a professional for help. I highly recommend ASR Design Studio.
- elizabeth
Ariel has a great design eye, is a master with CAD and really took the stress out of picking furniture and interfacing with vendors. We loved her furniture selections and she was able to find great designs within our budget. Ariel took the time to learn about us, how we live in our space, and made selections that reflect our own personal style. We are both very busy professionals with limited bandwidth. We could not speak more highly of her project management skills and responsiveness. Thank you Ariel, we love our space! Looking forward to working with you again in the future.
- michael
keeping everyone aligned
Project File Access
Organized, Centralized, and Easy to Share
At ASR Design Studio, we use OneDrive to securely store and share all project files, keeping contractors and clients aligned every step of the way. Our organized system ensures the right documents are accessible when you need them, reducing delays and confusion.
- Permit Drawings – Complete sets submitted to the city for approvals
- Structural Drawings – Coordinated with engineers for accurate construction
- Title 24 Documents – Energy compliance packages for permit approval
- GC Drawings – As-builts, demolition, proposed layouts, cabinetry details, ceiling, lighting, electrical, flooring, and elevations
- Design Presentations – 3D models, layouts, and material concepts for client and team reference
- Specification Sheets – Finishes, fixtures, appliances, hardware, and accessories
With this centralized system, all team members—contractors, trades, and designers—can access the most current files anytime, ensuring projects move smoothly and everyone stays on the same page.
Trying to decide on the best paint colors for our home's exterior had me going in circles until I hired ASR Design Studio. Ariel rescued me from weeks of indecision and frustration. In one session, she and her associate Sam came up with some great suggestions and we now have a beautiful color palette that enhances the architecture of our home. Working with Ariel was a pleasure and I am very happy that I called upon a professional for help. I highly recommend ASR Design Studio.
- elizabeth
Ariel has a great design eye, is a master with CAD and really took the stress out of picking furniture and interfacing with vendors. We loved her furniture selections and she was able to find great designs within our budget. Ariel took the time to learn about us, how we live in our space, and made selections that reflect our own personal style. We are both very busy professionals with limited bandwidth. We could not speak more highly of her project management skills and responsiveness. Thank you Ariel, we love our space! Looking forward to working with you again in the future.
- michael
