The DCA Signature Experience

Experential architecture for elevated living

At Dawn Christine, Architect PLLC, we believe that architecture is not just a product—it’s an experience. The DCA Signature Design Process is a curated journey designed for discerning clients seeking visionary architectural and interior design that transforms not just their home, but their way of living. Each phase of our architectural design process has been carefully crafted to engage the senses, inspire imagination, and deliver design excellence with clarity, precision, and grace.

 

Phase I

Vision Discovery | Needs & Options Review

Unlock possibilities. Experience clarity.

This essential first phase is one of our most valuable services offered. It is an immersive exploration of your lifestyle, site, and aspirations. It is not a typical first step because it helps you make decisions in the early stages of your project before you have invested in a project—it is a tailored discovery package that sets the tone for a meaningful collaboration. Through curated discussions and early design ideation, we identify the best direction for your project while maximizing its potential.

Outcome: A clear, confident design direction based on your goals and the realities of your site. A foundation for experiential architecture begins.

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Architectural image showcasing project drawings and floor plans, key parts of the Dawn Christine design process.
3D building schematic design, a key part of the Dawn Christine design process.

Phase II

Concept Genesis | Schematic Design

Translate vision into form.

Here, your dreams take shape. We develop conceptual layouts and three-dimensional massing studies that respond to the site’s natural characteristics and your personal design language. The architectural process is interactive, intuitive, and refined through a curated series of collaborative design reviews.

Outcome: A fully imagined spatial concept that aligns beauty with functionality—ready for deeper development.

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"The key to a successful project, is good design. I have worked with Dawn, as a GC, on several remodeling projects. She is hard-working, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. Her attention to detail and keen eye result in beautifully finished, visually interesting products."

Art Allen

 

Phase III

Investment Clarity | Preliminary Pricing Set

Align design with budget.

This phase in our architectural design process produces a preliminary drawing set suitable for early cost estimating. It empowers informed decision-making before investing in full documentation. Ideal for budget confirmation and contractor introductions.

Outcome: You gain clarity on investment and feasibility before entering technical documentation.

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Architectural floor plan drawing, a key part of the Dawn Christine design process.
Interior storyboard example, a key part of the DCA Signature Design Process.

Phase IV

Interior Storyboarding | Spatial Atmosphere + Lifestyle Flow

Envision your life within the architecture.

Interior Storyboarding is a signature Dawn Christine service that connects spatial flow with lifestyle rituals and sensory moments. This phase bridges exterior architecture and interior narrative, ensuring continuity between structure and soul.

Outcome: A living interior concept that makes everyday life feel designed, not improvised. The home now has emotional resonance.

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"Dawn and her staff have been a pleasure to work with on the design of our new home. She always took time to listen carefully to our wishes and then incorporate those desires into our home. Our property has a steep slope from front to back and Dawn helped us design the home to fit the landscape. On the inside, she created the distinct spaces we were looking for in a way that flowed beautifully together. I would recommend Dawn to anyone looking for an architect that will listen to the clients needs and will deliver those on those needs in a thoughtful and artistic way.”

Bob and Adrienne Wiggins

 

Phase V

Design Immersion | Design Development

Refine. Elevate. Personalize.

With contractor pricing insights, we refine the design to bring everything into harmony—budget, form, and function. Interior architecture begins, details emerge, and your home’s character is crystallized—a pivotal point in the architectural design process.

Outcome: A design that’s fully developed—inside and out—uniquely tailored to you.

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Example of a completed project rendering, one of the pivotal steps of the Signature Design Process.
Complete render of a project, one of the last phases of the DCA Signature Design Process.

Phase VI

The Craft of Detail | Permit & Construction Documents

Document excellence.

This is the technical orchestration of your design. Every detail is documented, every elevation and section carefully crafted. These drawings guide construction and protect your design vision through regulatory and building processes.

Outcome: A complete, permit-ready architectural set that transforms vision into buildable precision.

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Phase VII

Curated Execution | Construction Administration

Ensure design integrity during construction.

As part of our architectural design process, we remain engaged during construction to protect the integrity of your design and answer any architectural questions. Site visits and virtual consultations ensure smooth coordination with your builder.

Outcome: Confident execution with professional oversight from start to finish.

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Site visit example, a crucial part of the DCA Signature Design Process.
 

The Dawn Christine Signature Promise

Every project is more than a set of plans; it is an invitation into an experience—where beauty, meaning, and memory are crafted at every step. Let us design not just a home, but your legacy.

 

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