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Architecture

Designs driven by your vision.

Excellence in craft

At Knickerbocker Group, collaboration is at the heart of our architectural philosophy. With architects, landscape architects, interior designers, builders, and clients working together throughout the process, we believe that synergy leads to a smoother and more enriching design and construction experience. Dynamic collaboration expands our collective imagination, ultimately revealing stronger, more thoughtful solutions. We merge your vision with our expertise to create beautiful, functional spaces that reflect your unique aspirations. Each phase serves as a milestone, ensuring quality and value throughout the journey.

Select Recognitions

01

Architizer A+ Popular Choice Award

Private Home XS Category.

02

AIA New England Architecture Award

Recognized for architectural excellence at the regional level.

03

AIA Maine Design Awards

Five-time recipient, including Honor and Merit recognitions

Two-time People’s Choice Award recipient

04

Modern Luxury Interiors

2025 Best Maine Architect

2026 Best Custom Builder

05

Green Home + Design Award

Recognized for leadership in sustainable residential design.

06

AIA Emerging Professional Friendly Firm

Recognized for commitment to mentorship and professional development.

07

IIDA Design Awards

Two-time recipient.

08

New England Home — 5 Under 40 (2025)

Julien Jalbert, AIA, KG Design Studio Leader

Transparent Collaboration from Day One

Every project begins with understanding a client’s goals—and their budget. Starting with a clear budget, we collaborate closely to make informed decisions together. From the very start of design, our design, preconstruction, and construction teams work together to create a clear roadmap for your project.

We approach the budget with care—assigning allowances for items not yet selected and providing guidance on every decision. This transparency allows clients to see how choices affect costs and schedule, and ensures we can achieve thoughtful budgets without compromising vision or quality.

By collaborating this way from day one, we turn complex budgets and big ideas into achievable outcomes, keeping the process clear, informed, and aligned at every stage.

The Knickerbocker team took all the thoughts, designs, and sketches we had on scraps of paper and in our heads and made them real.
– Homeowners, West End

Process-driven approach

We are here to present you with smart solutions and guide you in making the best choices.

Schematic Design (SD)

We transform your vision into tangible concepts, using 3-D models for visualization. Feedback is welcomed to refine the design before moving forward. After your approval, we update cost estimates with our preconstruction manager to align with your budget.

Design Development (DD)

We select finishes, fixtures, and key elements, creating a detailed pricing set that highlights cost drivers. This ensures your project stays on track as our construction team prepares updated cost projections.

Construction Documents (CD)

We produce precise technical drawings and specifications for construction, detailing every element. This culminates in final contract pricing, facilitating a seamless transition from design to build.

Transformative insights

Knickerbocker Group’s design approach integrates the latest technology and industry practices. Our modern tools enable us to graphically present concepts, making it easier for you to visualize spaces and details, regardless of distance. By engaging our entire team—from architects, construction to craftspeople—early in the process, we ensure both aesthetics and functionality are at the forefront of our designs. This dialogue allows us to create custom details that resonate with your unique vision, testing constructability before work begins to promote efficiencies down the line.