We have worked in the branding and commercial interior design industry for the past 26 years and have always been passionate about architecture.

I've always loved homes, architecture and interior design.

FYI, patents on the lighting system, bond, and project architecture are in the works.

Unless u have experience with something that big, working through the permit and architectural processes and it was done major profit I'd reconsider.

I don't think that I will be closing on anything until I'm through with my architectural licensing, (should be January - fingers crossed!)

Other costs that can financed into the 203(k) loan are: * Contingency reserve (10%-20%) * Up to 6 months PITI mortgage payments * Permit costs * Consultant fees * Inspection and title update fees * Architectural & Engineering fees (if needed) - The 203K loan requires a FULL DOC submission- The 203K loan can be used for the purchase/refinance & rehab of 1-4 unit owner occupied properties

In other words, the developer is responsible for contributing at least 20% of the total cost of the project - usually in the form of free-and-clear and entitled land, with most of the architectural and engineering costs prepaid for by the developer.

We meet monthly and discuss these kinds of entity architectures. 

They may only review architectural and other change requests at their monthly meetings, in which case, you will have to be prepared to carry the property for a month or three while you wait for the next meeting and they debate whether or not to let you do what you want, and the terms they will require, before you can even start. 

Wierd architectural designed home in an area of normal homes.