About This Service

The First Step Is
Listening

A design consultation is for anyone exploring the possibility of building, renovating, or reimagining a space. Whether you’ve just purchased land, inherited a property, or are simply dreaming about what could be — this is where it begins.

You’ll sit down one-on-one with Marcus Reyes, AIA, our founding principal, for a focused 90-minute session. We’ll discuss your goals, walk through your site (or review it remotely), and give you an honest assessment of what’s possible within your budget and timeline.

There’s no obligation to proceed beyond the consultation. Our goal is to give you clarity — whether that means working with us, working with someone else, or simply understanding your options before making a decision.

Architects discussing design plans and reviewing blueprints together

What You Receive

What’s Included

01

90-Minute In-Person or Virtual Session

Dedicated time with Marcus Reyes to explore your ideas, goals, and questions in depth.

02

Site Visit (If Local)

For properties within our service area, we’ll visit the site to assess topography, orientation, views, and context.

03

Preliminary Feasibility Assessment

An honest evaluation of what’s achievable given your site, budget, and timeline.

04

Budget Range Discussion

Realistic cost expectations based on project scope, materials, and current market conditions in Arizona.

05

Zoning & Permitting Overview

A high-level review of what local regulations may affect your project’s design and timeline.

06

Referral to Trusted Partners

Connections to builders, engineers, surveyors, and other professionals you’ll need along the way.

07

Written Summary of Recommendations

A follow-up document capturing our discussion, key findings, and recommended next steps.

08

No Obligation to Proceed

The consultation stands on its own. If you choose to engage us for a full project, the consultation fee is credited toward your contract.

Process

How It Works

01

Schedule

Book a time through our contact form or by phone. We’ll confirm your appointment and send a brief questionnaire to help us prepare.

02

Meet

Share your ideas, questions, and aspirations with Marcus Reyes in person at our Sedona studio or via video call. Bring photos, sketches, or inspiration — anything that helps us understand your vision.

03

Receive

Within one week, you’ll receive a written summary with our recommendations, preliminary feasibility notes, and suggested next steps — whether that’s engaging us or simply having a clearer path forward.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked

Bring anything that helps communicate your vision: site photos, property surveys, inspiration images, magazine clippings, or even rough sketches. If you have a budget range in mind, that’s helpful too. But don’t worry if you’re coming in with only an idea — that’s exactly what we’re here for.

Absolutely. We offer video consultations for clients outside our immediate area. While an in-person site visit provides the richest understanding, we can accomplish a great deal remotely with photos, drone footage, and satellite imagery.

Yes. If you choose to engage Sotol Architecture for a full design project, your consultation fee is credited toward the contract. Consider it a deposit on your vision.

Within one week, you’ll receive a written summary of our discussion, preliminary findings, and recommended next steps. If you’d like to proceed with a full project, we’ll prepare a detailed scope of work and fee proposal for your review. There’s no pressure and no timeline — we’re here when you’re ready.

Take the First Step

Ready to Start?

Schedule a design consultation and let’s explore what’s possible. No commitment, no pressure — just an honest conversation about your vision and how architecture can bring it to life.

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Begin With a Conversation

The First Step Is Listening