Selecting an Architect who will represent you in the design and construction of your home is an important decision. The individual selected should be working for you, keeping your best interest in mind at all times.
The following are some criteria you should look for - and we hope you find here - at Bandera Architecture:
-Design expertise: Both training and experience in a wide range of building types and site conditions
-Knowledge of building codes: Your architect will know the difference between "code minimum requirements" and what is needed for your project
-Integrity: Honesty and sincerity about the extent of services needed to best suit your project and budget
-Professional relationships: Solid bonds of trust established with contractors, engineers, city officials and previous clients to streamline your project
-Compatibility: This process may be simple or it may be extensive, but enjoying working with your architect will greatly enhance to experience
-Commitment: Willingness to work long, hard, and smart for YOU!
- " In the summer of 2021, we embarked on a major long-term project to restore the historic Circa 1875 Dr. Lorenzo Frink House in Southport NC. The home was completed in early 2025. Rich was a truly integral part of the success of the project. He was very patient and listened to our wants, needs and desires and worked closely with the city, the builder and the structural engineer over a more than 2 year period. He was always available to us and became a friend and trusted advisor."
2025- Judd and Ellen Moul- 311 East Bay Street Southport NC
"Frank shows off his bounty with with wide, excited eyes-the same enthusiasm he exhibits when speaking of the unique details Rich designed into his home. The passionate man seems content with his life by the sea, enhanced by the hands of a most talented architect."
-Southport Magazine Nov. 2014 Vol. 3 / Issue 2-Frank and Nancy Marchetti -302 East Bay Street Southport NC
"According to Bev, 'Rich Bandera was the 'saving grace'.... He wanted the home design to be 'ours' - not his 'Mona Lisa'. He explained everything and why with great simplicity...'"
-Southport Magazine July 2016 Vol.4 / Issue 10 - Beverly and Ronnie Weinstein Residence -222 Trott Street Oak Island NC
"We are still getting compliments on the addition you designed..."
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"But, oh! The pictures don't do these projects justice. They are both awesome and inspired additions to the neighborhood!"
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"His design has excited and energized our members."
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