What are Developers, Investors, and Architects?

 When it comes to creating a community like Balsam Bluff in Dallesport, Washington, three key players work together within a community: developers, investors, and architects.
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Developer: Finds the land, locates the money, and manages the process.
Investor: Provides financial stability. 
Architect: Creates the design and ensures it’s functional and beautiful.

1. Developer: The Project "Boss"

• Think of the developer as the manager who brings everything together. They’re like the coach of a sports team.
• What They Do:
  • Plan the project, including where houses, parks, and utilities.
  • Work with cities, counties, and other authorities.
  • Coordinate with architects and builders to make sure the plans turn into reality.
  • Handle money from investors and use it wisely to build the project.
• Chinook Hills Development's team is Doug Kirchoffer & Kasie Cook of The Dalles OR.

2. Investor: The Money Person

• What They Do:
  • Provide the funding needed to buy land and pay for construction.
  • Expect a return on their money. For example, they might earn profits from selling homes or renting apartments.
  • Sometimes they have specific preferences, like wanting part of the project to generate rental income. 
• An investor might fund the creation of garden-style apartments, hoping to make money from rentals.

3. Architect: The Creative Brain

• The architect is the artist and engineer who designs how everything looks and functions.
• What They Do:
  • Design homes, parks, and other buildings so they are safe, beautiful, and fit the community's needs.
  • Ensure the design makes the best use of the land while keeping things functional.
  • Work closely with the developer and municipalities to follow budget and local rules 
• Chinook Hills Development's Architect is Mark Vanderzanden of Surround Architecture of Portland OR