Design with Vision. Build with Clarity. Spend with Precision.
Vista Foundry delivers investment-smart design, drafting, engineering, and permitting for residential and light commercial projects. We help turn your vision into a build-ready, budget-aligned reality—without costly surprises.
Whether you’re designing a home, ADU, remodel, or light commercial space, we bring clarity, precision, and practical guidance to every stage.

Meet John Fraine: Design-to-Build Cost Strategist
With 47 years of experience in residential and light commercial design, John Fraine brings deep knowledge across drafting, engineering, permitting, and construction.
Known for putting budget first, John ensures that every design decision is grounded in structural feasibility and financial clarity. Whether you're building new or revising plans mid-project, John helps you move forward with confidence.
Design Smarter. Build Better. Let Budget Lead the Way.
Most projects go over budget because cost considerations are an afterthought. At Vista Foundry, budget leads the process from day one—guiding each decision through design, engineering, and permitting with strategy and precision.
How We Help:
3D Design, Drafting, & Engineering
Build-ready designs rooted in structural soundness, creative vision, and real-world cost alignment.
Permitting & Legalization
Navigate local requirements and streamline approvals with expert guidance—and cost clarity.
Project Viability & Budget Strategy
Assess feasibility early, set a realistic plan, and avoid costly surprises later on.
Project Jumpstart & Team Selection
Define scope, align expectations, and bring in the right people—at the right price.
→ Get Expert Design & Budget Insights – Schedule Your Free Consultation
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Stalled or Set Back? Let’s Get You Back on Track—Strategically.
When things go sideways, we help you recalibrate with refined design, structural strategy, permitting support, and clear cost realignment. We make complex recoveries simple, grounded, and cost-smart.
How We Help:
Design Revisions & Scope Realignment
Adjust plans to meet new constraints without compromising quality or compliance.
Permitting & Code Resolution
Handle approvals, legalization, and permitting setbacks with ease and clarity.
Cost Consulting & Funding Strategy
Align rebuild goals with actual funding—whether from insurance, investors, or reserves.
Team Coordination & Project Oversight
Get the right experts on board and your timeline back on track.
→ Get Your Project Moving Again – Book a Call Today

Why Choose Vista Foundry?
Design to Budget. Draft with Precision. Permit with Confidence.
Unmatched Experience in Residential & Light Commercial Design
With 47 years of experience across design, drafting, engineering, permitting, and construction, John Fraine offers the expertise needed to navigate complex projects with clarity and confidence.

Design with Cost Precision
We blend beautiful, investment-smart design with proven cost-control strategies—ensuring every decision supports your budget, timeline, and long-term goals.

Client Advocacy & Transparency
Your vision and financial priorities come first. We safeguard your investment, prevent unnecessary expenses, and make the process clear, efficient, and collaborative from start to finish.

Tailored Solutions for Every Project Stage
Whether you’re starting fresh, refining plans, or recovering from setbacks, our process adapts to your unique needs—keeping your project aligned, efficient, and on track.
→ Let’s design smarter, build better, and maximize your investment. Schedule a Consultation Today

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Ready to Design Smarter & Build with Confidence?
Schedule a free 45-minute consultation with Vista Foundry founder John Fraine. You'll get expert guidance on design, engineering, permitting, and budgeting—plus practical next steps tailored to your project.
