Residential Architect specializing in custom home design, high end additions and renovations. Melanie Smart of Smart Design Studio focuses on client centered design respecting budget, craft, and quality. Serving Chester Bucks Delaware Lancaster County Pennsylvania
 
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Residential Architectural Design

Smart Design Studio is a full-service architectural design studio based in Chester County, Pennsylvania that specializes in residential new construction, additions and large-scale renovation design. SDS creates authentic, timeless residences that incorporate beautifully all the conveniences of a modern lifestyle. Every residential design is as unique as the client and environment it is created for. Smart Design Studio approaches each with sensitivity and care, giving you a space that is highly functional, aesthetically pleasing and soundly constructed.

 

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Testimonials


Melanie was able to take us from vision to our completed home with ease. The 3D renderings she provided took the guess work out of the design process. We were able to get excited about our addition early on. Highly recommend!
— - LARGE SCALE ADDITION CLIENT
We came to Smart Design Studio for a major first floor and kitchen renovation. Mel was able to interpret our wishes and provide us with several layouts of which we could choose from. The designs were thoughtful, classic, and intuitive. We are very pleased with the final results and are loving our home.
— - Whole house renovation client
Our home was no longer fitting our needs and Smart Design Studio was able to design us an awesome addition that does! We now love our kitchen and master suite and have begun to entertain again. Melanie took the time to really listen to our desires. Very satisfied.
— Addition and renovation client

 

MY PROMISE

I am always humbled and honored when approached to design a home. It is the most personal and rewarding form of architecture. This is the space where you’ll be making memories.

I promise to honor that trust, listen to your needs, and design you a house that is unique, beautiful and functional.


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About Me

MY NAME IS Melanie smart

As a child I was always creating. My patient parents thankfully encouraged these endeavors even if it meant wrecking the living room or painting on the walls. They were not surprised in the least when I went to Virginia Tech’s School of Architecture to pursue my creative passion.

As an adult I still love building and creating, and am fortunate enough to do this for a profession. After 20 years in the industry I’m still constantly learning and growing and evolving.

When I’m not designing homes, I enjoy spending time in my vegetable garden and with my family. Being blessed with three boys has definitely taught me a few things about durable materials and efficient, practical design.


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