By invitation — we vet every studio. Try tools first; apply below.

For architects & studios

Qualified projects before you engage.

Clients arrive with site, scope, budget direction, and timeline. You propose when the fit is real — not a race to the cheapest fee.

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Founding studios

A quiet door for serious practices

PlanGrounds is curated — not an open directory. Approved studios get client leads, plan sales, and a shared project workspace.

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Free to start

$0

Profile, designs, inquiries, proposals

No monthly fee
Listing opens when your profile is credible
Optional add-ons only if you want them

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When you get paid on-site

5%

Platform fee on checkouts & milestones

Clients see total; you see net
Off-platform work isn't billed by us
Aligned to funded work, not browsing

Full fee breakdown

What's included

Be found by project type, style, and region
Qualified projects — site, budget direction, timeline up front
Proposals on shared fields; clients compare fit, not lowest fee
Share design packages under your studio name
Set local, statewide, or national reach
Verified licensure badge when confirmed

Profile depth wins better matches

No paywall on completeness — depth is free.

	Basic	Complete
Studio story	One-line bio	Bio + design philosophy
Process	—	Clear phases clients can scan
Proof	Tags only	Awards, portfolio, regions
Trust	Listed	Verified badge + availability

From apply to first project

1
Apply
We review every signup.
2
Profile
Work, regions, fees, process.
3
Designs
Packages clients can adapt with you.
4
Respond
Qualified projects & invites.

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