Notes From Our Journey

Most individuals embarking on the journey of building a custom home arrive with a collection of vivid details. They recall the warmth of a friend’s kitchen, the tranquility of a vacation retreat, or visual fragments from dream properties stored in memory over years. Yet, it’s common for these fragments to remain unconnected, with the larger picture of what one truly needs in a lifelong home often elusive.

Roberth Jordan, the architect at Ceci Bates Custom Homes, enters these initial conversations not with a sketchpad but with intent to listen deeply. His approach is informed as much by psychology as by architectural training. He recognizes that clients often articulate wants, but underlying those expressions are needs that may not be immediately apparent. For instance, a request for a specific designer’s chair inside a planned French country home may seem mismatched on the surface. Instead of discounting this, Roberth seeks to understand the emotion or memory tied to that request.

Roberth believes in deciphering what clients mean, not just hearing what they say. This process of understanding extends beyond words to encapsulate the sentiments and values a client hopes to embed in their home. These early dialogues and observations are integral to translating a client’s essence into a coherent architectural plan that aligns with their aspirations and lifestyle.

The art of designing around how someone wishes to live begins with this foundational comprehension. Once understood, the architectural drawings Roberth produces reflect a home that resonates with those deeply personal nuances.

Explore our approach to thoughtful custom home design at Ceci Bates by visiting cecibates.com. We would be glad to hear what you have in mind.