Our Planning Services

About Us & Services Offered

Custom Earth-Sheltered & Traditional House Planners and Construction Support with Fire and Disaster Protections

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Our team of planners, designers, architects, artists, builders and engineers are passionate about creating sustainable, fire resistant,  greener projects that are comfortable, functional and expresses your commitment to living more eco-friendly, while also building more disaster protection for you and your family. Specializing in earth-sheltered, underground, and traditional building systems, we bring your vision to reality. 

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Landon Steele Associates isn't merely a design and building support destination; it's a journey into a world where imagination takes flight and sustainability takes root. Join us in redefining how we build, how we live, and how we connect with Nature. Embark on a transformational experience that will forever change the way you perceive the spaces you inhabit.
 
Planning, Engineering, Permitting & Construction Services: From the first stroke of inspiration to the final brushstroke, we will embrace a holistic approach on your more sustainable projects that encapsulates design, development, and meticulous planning, extending to encompass construction documentation, permitting, structural engineering and construction services in all 50 states. Providing whatever you need to build your fire resistant dream project in your unique style.

 

Join hands with us to nurture your eco-project, whether underground, earth-sheltered or above ground and traditional with passive solar and super insulation features. Whether you want concrete, wood or steel construction, or alternative, our architectural prowess is geared towards creating regenerative fire resistant buildings that embody your unique vision YOUR WAY.

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QUALITY ASSURANCE AT BEST COST
Build your custom homes and building projects in US & abroad. Coordinating the entire process, as you need it done, while allowing you to do the portions you wish to do yourself. Be the lead designer on your project with this team's professional support.

START PLANNING YOUR MORE SUSTAINABLE HOME!
This, difficult to find, regenerative eco-habitat planning team, is a group of planning, engineering & construction professionals going beyond typical construction standards. Your custom underground or more traditional above ground building plans are designed and built to be fire resistant, energy efficient, comfortable, sustainable and regenerative. Enhance your life quality & Nature connections.

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What Construction Documents and Building Permit Application Regulations are Required to Build Your Project?

 

Building in the US & many countries have many requirements to apply for your building permit , INCLUDING:

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• Dimensioned site plans showing property features and boundaries

• Dimensioned Floor Plans of each Floor

• Exterior and Interior Elevations 

• Sections with Structural Details - Walls, Ceilings, Doors, Stairs, Foundations, etc  

• Foundations Plan and Footing Details with steel placements and structural calculations

• Doors and Window Schedules, Sizes and Details

• Structural System Specifications and detailed attachment specifications.

• Fire Security, Fire Truck Road access inspections and approvals,  Sprinkler Systems and water pressure and storage calculations

• Site planning during construction: repelling water, drainage, waste disposal, construction materials storage, soil storage, etc.

• Sound Proofing Specification and Installation Details when required 

• Heating, Cooling and Ventilation plan and systems specifications

• Electrical Plan with compliant outdoor lighting fixtures

•  Plumbing Plan with compliant installation details

• Structural details and Calculations with Engineering seals

•  Green Review Compliance Checklist

• Installation, Use calculations, Code Compliance and Maintenance of Power, Dehumidification, Filtering, Venting, Air Circulation and Energy Systems

• Water Storage, Water Filtration, Septic and Grey Water Systems

• Parking and Outdoor Lighting Plans and Specifications

 

This team provides building construction, permitting and regulations drawings with engineering from small to large projects. We know how to comply with the building regulations and develop permit applications. We do what you need at affordable prices. It can take months to plan, permit and start building. Best to start now with free consult.

 

Floor Plans - Floor plans are types of drawings that show the layout of a property from above. Some people call it a bird’s eye view. These floor plans typically show what a building looks like by illustrating the location of walls, windows, doors, stairs, and other fixed installations. A floor Plan makes it easier to understand the space in an easy way. This teams plan process also includes 3 dimensional models for clients who have difficulty imaging their project from only floor plans.

 

Once we understand the scope of your projects we advise on your choices available. Our team members listen to your specific project requirements and guide you through the your considerations from site analysis before your land purchase to construction documentation, permitting and construction supervision.

 

SERVICES LIST
 

DESIGN SUPPORT & CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT WHEN NEEDED:

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• Project Design and Planning, varied scales, types, styles... from concept, sketch, & 3D models to plan sets...

• Project Programming & Scheduling

• Greener Interior, Exterior, & Landscape Design 

• New Projects & Additions 

• Project Concepts, Development, & Implementation

• Sustainable Designs Standards

• Minimal to Comprehensive Design Support

• Construction Crews with Concrete forming systems come to your building site and set up and pour the basic concrete shells for your Custom plans.

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CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

 

• Constructibility Analyses 

• Contract & Construction Plans & Permitting Documents

• Cost estimating & Scheduling 

• Construction  with Supervision 

• Construction Inspection 

• Project and Contractor Scheduling Administration and Coordination

• Advise on local finishing sub-contractors as required

• Advise on best materials & methods

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PLANNING & BEST PRACTICES & MATERIALS ADVICE

 

• Sustainability Plans from a Home to Businesses, Schools & Wine Caves

• Smart Growth 

• Planning Studies 

• Cost Estimates and Analysis Energy 

• Zoning Ordinance Review

• BUILDING SYSTEMS with Greener Standards

• Site Planning and Engineering 

• Structural Analysis & Design 

• Heating- including passive solar...

• Ventilation

• Air Conditioning 

• Interior/Exterior Lighting

• Electrical Power Emergency 

• Systems Plumbing/Sanitary 

• Energy Audits/Conservation 

• Systems Green Roofing 

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Sustainable Construction Materials and Methods including Earth Sheltered Building Processes:

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Cost Efficiency - Improvements in construction technology have allowed caves, underground building and super insulated fire resistant traditional construction methods to remain cost competitive. With proper planning an specification a 80% utility saving can be achieved.

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Long Life, Low Maintenance and Extreme Weather Security - The improved construction methods integrated with earth sheltered, underground and super insulated applications brings many advantages. These structures are made to last for generations with minimal upkeep. 

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Increased Marketing Potential for wineries and sustainable farming operations - As the wine and eco-tourism industries become more competitive, constructing a cave or other uniques sustainable project allows owners to extend their brand and generate more enthusiasm and word of mouth referrals. Sustainable project are now used extensively during wine auction weekends, marketing events, philanthropic benefits, and other events held for a worldwide audience.

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Your vision for the form and function of your sustainable project is unique. We guide you through this process from the overall layout, configurations, doors, lighting, ventilation, wash stations, plumbing, finishes, floors, drainage, waterproofing, barrel storage methods, aesthetics, ventilation, project style, dimensions, entertainment areas, parking, grey water systems, etc. More planning upfront will result in a project that proceeds efficiently and avoids delays and additional costs.