If you are considering building an extension or a new home, you need to consider hiring an architect. There are many advantages to using an architect for the construction of ideas, building plans and building permits. Not only reach its design, a good architect can walk through each stage of construction including construction supervision and ensure that the contractor follow his plans. Of course, the architect must be flexible enough to meet your needs whether it is simply for the construction of plans for an extension of your home or project management for a new home.
The benefits of an architect
• An architect will work with you throughout the design process to create a result that only contains the features that you approve.
• The architect will work with the budget you set, and help you choose the materials and workmanship at fair prices that reflect your budget. That can include helping to get bids for construction and other labor contract.
• The architect will be attentive to their interests and ensure that the project is built as designed. • An architect will design your home or office to take advantage of the natural environment, minimize energy use and incorporate contemporary "green building" principles.
• The architect will help you choose the materials and finishes that are durable quality and adequate, providing a wide range of options rather than just two or three options, or a package.
Steps to find a good architect
1. Start by finding architects who would like to interview. Ask friends, family or business associates for recommendations. The use of internet or phone book for help in your search.
2. Contact the architects. See if you can arrange a brief telephone interview. Remember that architects are highly paid professionals - make sure you have a list of prepared questions. Any architect who consider hiring should take the time to answer your questions about your experience, design principles, etc., but do not expect to give away their knowledge for free.
3. After contacting numerous companies over the phone, narrow your choices to 3-5 architects who would like to interview. Establish a meeting with them. Be prepared with information about what you would like to build, the budget, and the questions you would like to ask the architect.
4. Once you have interviewed all the architects who are considering, take your time and really compare. Make sure you are choosing someone that connects you with what will work with this person for a good amount of time.
5. Once you have made your selection, make sure you get a contract and that you understand everything. Take time to have an attorney review it. Specifically, make sure you understand the terms of payment, what happens if you have to put your project on hold or cancel the project. Do not sign until you understand and are comfortable with all the terms of the contract.
The best place to start asking builders about their family and friends. Also, determine if the architect specializing in residential and commercial work. Identify someone with a project similar to yours, and visit the workplace or home completed, if possible. Find out if there are problems to consider. When you ask for references, be sure to check the type of work was called the architect to carry out.
The benefits of an architect
• An architect will work with you throughout the design process to create a result that only contains the features that you approve.
• The architect will work with the budget you set, and help you choose the materials and workmanship at fair prices that reflect your budget. That can include helping to get bids for construction and other labor contract.
• The architect will be attentive to their interests and ensure that the project is built as designed. • An architect will design your home or office to take advantage of the natural environment, minimize energy use and incorporate contemporary "green building" principles.
• The architect will help you choose the materials and finishes that are durable quality and adequate, providing a wide range of options rather than just two or three options, or a package.
Steps to find a good architect
1. Start by finding architects who would like to interview. Ask friends, family or business associates for recommendations. The use of internet or phone book for help in your search.
2. Contact the architects. See if you can arrange a brief telephone interview. Remember that architects are highly paid professionals - make sure you have a list of prepared questions. Any architect who consider hiring should take the time to answer your questions about your experience, design principles, etc., but do not expect to give away their knowledge for free.
3. After contacting numerous companies over the phone, narrow your choices to 3-5 architects who would like to interview. Establish a meeting with them. Be prepared with information about what you would like to build, the budget, and the questions you would like to ask the architect.
4. Once you have interviewed all the architects who are considering, take your time and really compare. Make sure you are choosing someone that connects you with what will work with this person for a good amount of time.
5. Once you have made your selection, make sure you get a contract and that you understand everything. Take time to have an attorney review it. Specifically, make sure you understand the terms of payment, what happens if you have to put your project on hold or cancel the project. Do not sign until you understand and are comfortable with all the terms of the contract.
The best place to start asking builders about their family and friends. Also, determine if the architect specializing in residential and commercial work. Identify someone with a project similar to yours, and visit the workplace or home completed, if possible. Find out if there are problems to consider. When you ask for references, be sure to check the type of work was called the architect to carry out.
