just google just about any architect in the state you want to build in.. they will have plans on line.just like @Steve StMartin  has shown you Mascord is Or WA architect. so those plans will work in those states. 

Your surveyor can do the entire process, possibly with the support of a Civil and Architect if you get into more of the site plan and design components.

As an architect, I've worked with him for many years including on the Cherokee Studios on Fairfax near Melrose.

I've hired, landscape designers, architects, and others.

My former boss (an architect) owns maybe a dozen properties.

Last time I checked with my architect, the construction cost in Portland metro including labor and materials, architecture fee and permits costs about $150 to $250 per sq ft depends on the finishing.

I have had mixed responses on whether i could go the Architect > contractor route or if i should just get a contractor?

There is often the project architect's or structural engineer's sign on the fence as well, and you can call them up and ask how it is working with the contractor.If you are just starting to develop your property, you can start with the architect or engineer and they can recommend contractors they've worked with before and had a great experience with. 

@Daniel Miller you don't have to get an architect, we used a draftsman for an addition, much cheaper. 

So, I was considering putting the closet in the hallway, to avoid making the room any smaller, but only if it doesn’t obstruct the legality of the bedroom and my ability to market it as one.I've always assumed a bedroom needed a window & closet inside, but my architect told me there is no legal definition.