You can watch this episode by visiting TrendsProperty.com/PodcastIn this episode of the Trends Property Insight Series, we sit down with Michael Cooper, principal of Michael Cooper Architects, to talk through the practical decisions that turn good ideas into great buildings you can actually live in.Instead of chasing showy gestures, we explore the quiet levers that matter: how a master plan stops piecemeal renovations, why fixed fees align everyone on budget. The way builder relationships and careful details keep a design beautiful and buildable. Michael explains his “use space twice” mindset, the checks that prevent cost creep, and the simple way he gets to a real budget number early.We also cover coastal smarts (materials, wind, sun, and multiple outdoor zones), the feel of natural finishes and human scale, and what to expect from concept to consent to site meetings. Michael shares why you should choose an architect with whom you gel, stay involved as a client, and trust the process, right down to the last details that make a house sing.Whether you’re mapping a renovation, sketching a new build, or adding a small pavilion or boathouse, this conversation will help you see the big picture, stage decisions sensibly, and move forward with confidence.You can watch this episode by visiting TrendsProperty.com/Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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