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Our Process: Designing a Fully Custom Home

Our Process: Designing a Fully Custom Home

by Lindsey Kohler-Austin | Mar 11, 2026

Every home we design is fully custom and tailored to the individual client. No two projects are...

Architect vs. Design-Builder: Who Should Design Your Custom Home?

Architect vs. Design-Builder: Who Should Design Your Custom Home?

by Lindsey Kohler-Austin | Mar 4, 2026

Building a custom home is one of the most exciting—and stressful—projects you willever undertake....

Why Buy a New Home When a Custom Home Offers So Much More?

Why Buy a New Home When a Custom Home Offers So Much More?

by Lindsey Kohler-Austin | Mar 2, 2026

Many people assume buying a new home is the simplest path to getting exactly what they want. But...

The “Hero” Feature AirBnB

The “Hero” Feature AirBnB

by Charles Hendricks | Feb 26, 2026

The AirBnB market has become incredibly competitive, and we are seeing a surge in requests for...

Is Wellness Architecture the New Luxury Architecture?

Is Wellness Architecture the New Luxury Architecture?

by Charles Hendricks | Feb 24, 2026

The definition of “luxury” home has shifted dramatically since I entered the industry in 1999. The...

Tiny House Revolution

Tiny House Revolution

by Charles Hendricks | Feb 17, 2026

We are working on several tiny homes this year which is a trend we have seen growing since 2020....

Emotional Cues and Intense Listening Deliver a Truly Custom Home

Emotional Cues and Intense Listening Deliver a Truly Custom Home

by Charles Hendricks | Jan 21, 2026

I know that the most successful custom home designs don’t start with a sketch. They start with an...

The Backyard Revolution: How Harrisonburg’s New ADU Ordinance will Strengthen Our Community

The Backyard Revolution: How Harrisonburg’s New ADU Ordinance will Strengthen Our Community

by Charles Hendricks | Jan 9, 2026

Harrisonburg has been working on an updated zoning ordinance for several years now. One of the...

Top 10 Blog Posts of 2025!

Top 10 Blog Posts of 2025!

by Charles Hendricks | Dec 31, 2025

Happy New Year! Before we jump into 2026, enjoy a quick recap of our top 10 blog posts of 2025! We...

Intern Spotlight: Nicole’s Final Review at James Madison University

Intern Spotlight: Nicole’s Final Review at James Madison University

by Charles Hendricks | Dec 15, 2025

Last week, our intern Nicole completed her final pin-up at James Madison University. Nicole is a...

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Gaines Group Architects is a firm that has a commitment to designing for the future. We have assembled a remarkably talented and experienced team of professionals to pull all building elements into a single elegant and functional design. Integrity, budget control, effective and timely communication, and a thorough knowledge of current technology, construction methods, and materials turn our promise and your dream into a delightful reality.

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Charlottesville
Office:

910 East High St.
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Office: 434-979-5245

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141 W. Bruce St. Suite 201
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
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CoLab, 1327 Grandin Road SW
Roanoke, VA 24015
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