# Architectural Design Inc & AD Build LLC

**Trade:** General Contractor / Remodeling · **Address:** 62 MA-6A, Orleans, MA 02653 · **Phone:** (508) 255-0606 · **Website:** https://www.ad-archts.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.0/5** (low confidence) — from 16 reviews across 5 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Architectural Design, Inc. — doing business with its construction arm as AD Build, LLC — is a residential and commercial architecture and design-build firm based in Orleans, on Cape Cod. Founded in 1986 by John Ingwersen, Andrew Miao and Peter Haig, the firm has been led for years by principal architect Peter Haig, with Construction Supervisor David Bushnell running the AD Build construction management team since the design-build arm launched in 2015.

Homeowners consistently praise the firm's design work and the coordination between its architects and its own construction team, from 2014 through early 2026. Reviewers on Google and Houzz describe custom home design on difficult, site-specific lots — a tiny tear-down on a narrow Eastham beach lot, a full foundation-up renovation of a century-old Cape home, additions and full-scale new construction — and repeatedly credit the same two people, Peter Haig on design and David Bushnell on construction, for staying closely involved through both phases. One 2023 reviewer noted they were already returning for a second project. Google shows 4.9 stars from 9 ratings and Houzz shows 4.9 from 16 stated reviews (12 review bodies retrievable); no negative review was found on either platform.

One 2022 Google review notes that 'a few surprises were encountered' during construction, resolved by the team without further detail given. The Better Business Bureau lists the business (as AD Build, LLC) with an A+ letter grade, though it is not a BBB Accredited Business and the BBB page shows no customer reviews or complaint history. The firm states AIA affiliation and lists a Massachusetts license number, MA6253, on its Houzz profile — a self-reported directory claim rather than an independently verified credential.

This is a fit for a homeowner planning a substantial addition, renovation, or new custom home on Cape Cod who wants one firm to handle both the design and the construction management. It's worth asking directly about the 2022 review's noted surprises and confirming the license number with the state board before signing on.

**Strengths:**
- Design-build coordination — reviewers repeatedly credit the same architect-builder pairing start to finish
- Site-specific custom design — reviews describe tricky lots and century-old renovations handled well
- Long, consistent track record — twelve years of five-star reviews from 2014 through 2026
- Repeat business — a 2023 reviewer described returning for a second project

**Concerns:**
- Unspecified project surprises — a 2022 review noted issues resolved without further detail given

**Where sources disagree:**
- BBB shows an A+ letter grade for AD Build, LLC despite the business NOT being a BBB Accredited Business — two separate facts, not one
- Two Houzz 5-star reviews are not independent homeowner customers: Ponderosa Landscaping & Stonework is a listed trade/business partner on AD's own site, and the reviewer identifying as a real estate professional who has been referring buyers to the firm for decades describes a referral relationship rather than a specific hired project
- The Massachusetts license number MA6253 is stated only on the business's own Houzz profile; no independent registry verification was available in this scan (no architect-licensing provider is configured), so it is treated as a self-reported claim, not a verified credential

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Cape Cod residential & commercial architecture and design-build firm, founded 1986, headquartered in Orleans, MA _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ad-archts.com) — “A Cape Cod residential & commercial architecture firm (Architectural Design, Inc., AIA) based in Orleans that also offers design-build const…”
  - [Official Website](https://www.ad-archts.com) — “Company history (self-reported): Founded in 1986 by John Ingwersen, Andrew Miao and Peter Haig; expanded into design-build services in 2015 …”
- Led by principal architect Peter Haig; Construction Supervisor David Bushnell runs the AD Build construction management arm, established 2015 _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ad-archts.com) — “Company history (self-reported): Founded in 1986 by John Ingwersen, Andrew Miao and Peter Haig; expanded into design-build services in 2015 …”
  - [Official Website](https://www.ad-archts.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Led by principal architect Peter Haig, with Construction Supervisor David Bushnell running AD Build's constructio…”
- States AIA (American Institute of Architects) affiliation _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ad-archts.com) — “Stated certification/affiliation: AIA (American Institute of Architects)”
- States Massachusetts license/registration number MA6253 on its Houzz profile; directory-listed and not independently verified against a state registry _(confidence: low)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460) — “Licence listed on Houzz: MA6253”
- BBB profile (as AD Build, LLC): A+ letter grade; NOT a BBB Accredited Business; file opened November 2014 _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/orleans/profile/general-contractor/ad-build-llc-0021-138327) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A+”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/orleans/profile/general-contractor/ad-build-llc-0021-138327) — “BBB profile for AD Build, LLC (the design-build arm of Architectural Design, Inc.) in Orleans, MA — file opened 11/13/2014, business started…”
- Design-build coordination repeatedly praised — reviewers credit the same architect and builder pairing across projects _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNacmRiMFRREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xc5e768951dba76e8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZrdb0TQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We worked with Architectural Design Inc to design and renovate our one hundred year old home on Cape Cod. It was a major undertaking but …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlNUtUQTN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc5e768951dba76e8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDe5KTA3wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great service from Peter Haag for design and great service from David Bushnell managing the construction. A few surprises were encountere…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460) — “5★ We worked with Peter/Architectural Design to completely renovate our home from the foundation up. He was an absolute pleasure to work wit…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460) — “5★ Exceptional design and great coordination with the AD Build team. Their attention to detail, their selection and oversight of subcontract…”
- Custom, site-specific design work handled well on difficult lots and older homes _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2twZlNqUXpOR2x3VGtkbldUWm5XV05ZWDNaVVpFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc5e768951dba76e8!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkpfSjQzNGlwTkdnWTZnWWNYX3ZUZEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ What I had: an uninhabitable tiny tear-down on a small, narrow lot in an Eastham, Massachusetts beach community. What I got: the most cha…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNacmRiMFRREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xc5e768951dba76e8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZrdb0TQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We worked with Architectural Design Inc to design and renovate our one hundred year old home on Cape Cod. It was a major undertaking but …”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460) — “4★ We bought a house designed in 1999 specifically for its site and meticulously built and maintained until our purchase in 2011. It was our…”
- Long, consistent five-star track record spanning 2014 through 2026 _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2twZlNqUXpOR2x3VGtkbldUWm5XV05ZWDNaVVpFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc5e768951dba76e8!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkpfSjQzNGlwTkdnWTZnWWNYX3ZUZEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ What I had: an uninhabitable tiny tear-down on a small, narrow lot in an Eastham, Massachusetts beach community. What I got: the most cha…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460) — “5★ AD Architects and AD Build were an absolute pleasure to work with. They understood our desires for the project, carefully crafted a beaut…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460) — “5★ Very Creative! Architectural Design Incorporated helped my team by offering wonderful ideas for a house that we were marketing for sale. …”
- One reviewer already returning for a second project in 2023 _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNacmRiMFRREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xc5e768951dba76e8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZrdb0TQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We worked with Architectural Design Inc to design and renovate our one hundred year old home on Cape Cod. It was a major undertaking but …”
- One 2022 review noted unspecified 'surprises' during construction, resolved by the team without further detail _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlNUtUQTN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc5e768951dba76e8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDe5KTA3wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great service from Peter Haag for design and great service from David Bushnell managing the construction. A few surprises were encountere…”
- Custom home design on architecturally difficult, site-specific lots _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2twZlNqUXpOR2x3VGtkbldUWm5XV05ZWDNaVVpFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc5e768951dba76e8!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkpfSjQzNGlwTkdnWTZnWWNYX3ZUZEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ What I had: an uninhabitable tiny tear-down on a small, narrow lot in an Eastham, Massachusetts beach community. What I got: the most cha…”
- Design-build construction management for additions, renovations and new construction _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ad-archts.com) — “A Cape Cod residential & commercial architecture firm (Architectural Design, Inc., AIA) based in Orleans that also offers design-build const…”
  - [Official Website](https://www.ad-archts.com) — “Company history (self-reported): Founded in 1986 by John Ingwersen, Andrew Miao and Peter Haig; expanded into design-build services in 2015 …”
- Rating reflects a consistently positive, multi-platform record (Google 4.9/9, Houzz 4.9/16) spanning 2014-2026 with no negative reviews found and one noted-but-resolved 2022 concern _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Architectural%20Design%20Inc%20%26%20AD%20Build%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJ5R08iGVp-4kR6Ha6HZVo58U) — “Google: 4.9★ from 9 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlNUtUQTN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xc5e768951dba76e8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDe5KTA3wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great service from Peter Haag for design and great service from David Bushnell managing the construction. A few surprises were encountere…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460) — “Houzz: 4.9★ from 16 ratings”
- Specializes in General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ad-archts.com) — “A Cape Cod residential & commercial architecture firm (Architectural Design, Inc., AIA) based in Orleans that also offers design-build const…”
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/orleans/profile/general-contractor/ad-build-llc-0021-138327) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): General Contractor”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460) — “Services offered (Houzz): Architectural Design, Building Design, Home Remodeling, Architectural Drawings, Custom Homes, House Plans, New Hom…”
- Also offers Kitchen Remodel _(confidence: low)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460) — “Services offered (Houzz): Architectural Design, Building Design, Home Remodeling, Architectural Drawings, Custom Homes, House Plans, New Hom…”
- Also offers Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: low)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460) — “4★ We bought a house designed in 1999 specifically for its site and meticulously built and maintained until our purchase in 2011. It was our…”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://madpl.mylicense.com/Verification/

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Architectural%20Design%20Inc%20%26%20AD%20Build%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJ5R08iGVp-4kR6Ha6HZVo58U): 4.9★ from 9 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Architectural%20Design%20Inc%20%26%20AD%20Build%20LLC&query_place_id=ChIJ5R08iGVp-4kR6Ha6HZVo58U): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/orleans/profile/general-contractor/ad-build-llc-0021-138327): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://www.ad-archts.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architectural-design-incorporated-pfvwus-pf~377961460): 4.9★ from 16 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Karen Johnson · 2026-02-25**: What I had: an uninhabitable tiny tear-down on a small, narrow lot in an Eastham, Massachusetts beach community. What I got: the most charmingly adorable cottage I could have ever dreamed up. With the expertise, thoughtfulness and vision of the very talented architect, Peter Haig, this jewel of a be…
- **5/5 · Houzz · shanghaischells · 2024-10-02**: AD Architects and AD Build were an absolute pleasure to work with. They understood our desires for the project, carefully crafted a beautiful design and delivered a quality build. The cottage is now a treasure to be enjoyed for years to come.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jennifer Schell · 2023-09-15**: We worked with Architectural Design Inc to design and renovate our one hundred year old home on Cape Cod. It was a major undertaking but Peter Haig our Architect and David Bushnell our Builder were up to the task. They are so professional and knowledgeable as well as the nicest people you will ever …
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Thomas Butler · 2022-10-02**: Great service from Peter Haag for design and great service from David Bushnell managing the construction. A few surprises were encountered and Dave and team guided us throughout.
We are happy we chose this group to do our project.
Tom Butler
Jody Wax
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kyle Norman · 2021-09-18**: Great team who listen to what you want and work with you to bring your vision to fruition.
- **5/5 · Houzz · Cindy Batchelder · 2019-10-07**: We worked with Peter/Architectural Design to completely renovate our home from the foundation up. He was an absolute pleasure to work with – highly creative, professional and patient, and very accessible, which was especially important as we were living several hours from the Cape throughout during …
- **5/5 · Houzz · Bill Kerlin · 2019-09-22**: Exceptional design and great coordination with the AD Build team. Their attention to detail, their selection and oversight of subcontractors, and their assistance with lighting, hardware, et al, to complement our contemporary design was exemplary. And, they are fine and caring people.
- **5/5 · Houzz · James Mazzarelli · 2019-09-20**: High end professional organization with attention to detail. From the A drawing package to the finished product we are very happy with our renovation. The staff from the GC to the administrator were very courteous and responsive. This organization is accredited and has their act together.
- **5/5 · Houzz · Frank Isik · 2019-09-03**: We have Architectural Design Incorporated to help us construct two beautiful homes on the Cape. Highly professional, creative and reasonably priced. They were on time and helped us build our dream retirement home. I would recommend them highly and if we ever needed to build another house or do a rem…
- **5/5 · Houzz · Ponderosa Landscaping & Stonework · 2017-06-09**: The level of care, quality and professionalism shown by Peter and everyone at Architectural Design is a blessing! Truly a great company to work with and we look forward to more collaborations with AD for many years to come.

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