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FORWARD Design | Architecture

FORWARD Design | Architecture

Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars17 Reviews
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About Us

Forward Design | Architecture, based in Prairie Village, Kansas, was founded in 2011 by Christpher Fein. FD|A is comprised of dedicated design professionals committed to producing architecture at the highest levels of quality, execution and service. Every project we undertake is designed to be responsive to the individual needs of each client, user and location. By searching for and embracing the uniqueness of each situation we discover methods for innovative design.

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Attic Conversion, Barn Design & Construction, Basement Design, Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Design, Building Design, Custom Homes, Deck Design, Drafting, Energy-Efficient Homes, Floor Plans, Garage Design, Green Building, Handicap-Accessible Design, Historic Building Conservation, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Gym Design & Construction, Home Remodeling, Home Restoration, House Plans, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Landscape Plans, Laundry Room Design, Log Home Construction, Modular Home Additions, Mudroom Design, Multigenerational Homes, New Home Construction, Pool House Design & Construction, Prefab Houses, Site Preparation, Space Planning, Staircase Design, Sustainable Design, Tiny House Construction, Universal Design

Areas Served

Countryside, Edwardsville, Fairway, Grandview, Independence, Kansas City, Kansas City, Lake Quivira, Leawood, Lenexa, MIssion Hills, Merriam, Mission, Mission Woods, North Kansas City, Olathe, Overland Park, Prairie Village, Raytown, Roeland Park, Shawnee, Shawnee Mission, Sugar Creek, Westwood, Westwood Hills

Awards

Licensed MO, KS, IL NCARB AIA LEED AP

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27 Projects

Inspiration for a midcentury home design in Kansas City.
38

Wurster House

Design ideas for a modern beige exterior in Kansas City with mixed siding and a hip roof.
24

2202 Residence

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional one-storey stucco beige exterior in Kansas City with a flat roof.
5

Tudor Residence

Prairie Village, KS
Mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.
18

Leawood Kitchen

Inspiration for a modern home design in Kansas City.
43

Courtyard House

Photo of a mid-sized modern study room in Kansas City with grey walls and dark hardwood floors.
19

1209 residence

Kansas City, USA
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Business Details

Business Name

FORWARD Design | Architecture

Phone Number

+1 913-489-9349

Website

Design-fwd.com

Address

1900 w 71st ter
Prairie village, KS 66208

Typical Job Cost

USD 50,000 - USD 4,000,000

Followers

197 Followers

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Credentials

7 Houzz Awards
Best of Houzz 2021
Best of Houzz 2019
Best of Houzz 2018
Best of Houzz 2017
Best of Houzz 2017
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17 Reviews for FORWARD Design | Architecture

Kala Performance Homes
Kala Performance Homes
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We had the pleasure to collaborate with Chris. The details he provided for our team ensured project success. Chris took the time to understand site specific challenges and worked with us on solutions. We highly recommend Chris!
Lucille Windsor
Lucille Windsor
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We chose Forward Design because we loved their clean, modern aesthetic, but we would choose them again because they were some much fun to work with. Our remodel presented many challenges, but FD met them all with a creative solution that was even better than the original idea.
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Jessica Brace
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
5 stars to FORWARD Design | Architecture! My husband and I really enjoyed working with them. We immediately knew we wanted to hire FWD after our initial consultation with Chris where he suggested something that no other professional had suggested. It was a game changer for the flow of our house. We were very pleased with the multiple solutions they offered and their willingness to work with our budget. We decided to renovate much of the first floor minus the existing baths. We took down two load bearing walls and added a master bath. The design solutions were thoughtful to our needs and worked well with the existing structure. I knew FWD would be a perfect fit for our project based on their portfolio and the remodel that Chris Fein had done on his own house. He was able to help fuse my minimalist/contemporary aesthetic with my husband’s amazing art, antiques and collectibles. With all projects of this nature, the process can be stressful. We appreciated FWDs timely responses and solid guidance through design and construction.
GB
Gabe Beam
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Chris Fein designed a new front entry and garage door for our home. It really was a curb appeal design project, as it completely transformed the entire front of our home, including new garage door, front door, front porch, and tweaks to our color scheme in cohesive midcentury modern style. More importantly, Chris was in constant contact with us throughout our project. It was done in such a collaborative manner! The photos show the transformation, old to new.
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kalihiwaibay
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Extensive renovation of Wurster 1957 house with 1000 sq ft add on of master suite and patio Meticulous attention to architectural detail Advised landscape design
Susan L.
Susan L.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Chris and crew were awesome from start to finish. I felt like Chris made a point to really listen and get to know us, and then helped steer our decisions in a direction that would make us happy. It was a successful formula because we are thrilled with our kitchen and laundry room. I had an idea in my mind that would have cost more money, but Chris kept me focused on what I needed and what would work for my family (pretty cool, I thought). He is honest, creative, talented and I appreciated the help and advice he provided throughout the project. He always went above and beyond and he worked with our builder to complete a quality project with which we could not be happier. I would recommend Chris & FORWARD DA to anyone without reservation.
JA
jaseduke
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We brought on Chris for our whole house remodel (Courtyard House). Throughout the entire process, he listened to all of our wants and incorporated them into the design perfectly. He was always efficient and on time with his designs. He and our contractor (Hurst Construction) are a match made in heaven, and are some of the best KC has to offer. We can't imagine working with anyone else for our future business/home projects.
DE
deilts
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Chris was professional and helpful. He listened to what we wanted and worked with our older home to make the project blend into and beautify the original structure. He was responsive and on time. He worked well with our contractor and helped keep the project on track from start to finish. We hope to work with him again on future projects!
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carolynkaywilson
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I contacted Chris Fein of Forward Design to completely redo my kitchen; repositioning appliances, expanding a small adjoining bathroom, adding an eating peninsula, and removing old cabinets and replacing them with completely new cabinets and countertops. He listened and made suggestions which were wonderful. He did a fabulous job with the lighting. My kitchen is now my favorite room in the house. He did an amazing job. I had been concerned about low cabinets so all of my cabinets and the pantry have self closing drawers. He included everything I wanted and checked with me frequently. I could not be more pleased with the experience or the outcome. As my neighborhood is an "Historic Neighborhood", he also worked with the Kansas Historical Society to make sure qualifications were met to qualify for a Kansas Rehabilitation Tax Credit.
Hurst Construction, Inc
Hurst Construction, Inc
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We have completed several projects with Chris at Forward Design and have enjoyed every one. His respect for our process and craft sets him apart from many other designers. He takes the extra time to understand the construct-ability of his designs and ask for our ideas. He is always willing to come to the site and review his design intent with my workers and subcontractors, which truly helps us produce our best work. I look forward to many more projects with him.
SH
shawnmanning99
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The challenge was to design a unique master bedroom and bath in a fairly small space. With a post and beam vaulted ceiling and dual sliding glass doors we wanted an open indoor/outdoor living space. FORWARD Design | Architecture designed just that, giving us options, helping us select contractors and working hand in hand with us right down to the "move in" date. Chris provided not only a fabulous plan but complete specs so cost estimates were accurate and we knew what to expect to stay within budget. He also helped us make necessary modifications that remained true to the design. We love the room right down to its sliding orange barn door. It is the perfect fit in this mid-century modern. We highly recommend FORWARD Design | Architecture for your project.
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Amanda Crawley
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Chris designed a modern kitchen for our 1919 house. His design was exactly what I has envisioned and he worked well within the budget and spacial challenges of the house. Wonderful to work with.
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29 Comments

Commented: Hardware for doors?They are pivot hinges.
September 30, 2017
July 16, 2017
Commented: What's the wood and cabinets from?Walnut. Thanks
December 1, 2016
Commented: Bathroom redoThe paint in Benjamin Moore color matched to Corian deep grey.
October 7, 2016
Commented: What paint color is used on the wall behind the chest?Farrow and ball lamp room grey.
October 5, 2016
Commented: HI, What paint color was used for the exterior siding?Sorry for the mix up it is library pewter 0038 fromSherwin Williams. Just checked the can.
September 25, 2016
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