Hiring an architect: important questions to put

CONFIRMATION OF THE CHOICE OF THE RIGHT ARCHITECT

Hiring an architect is an important decision, because this person will have a huge impact on your home and the way you live for a very long time. A good personal connection is recommended!

You had to make sure of the architect's abilities, but also consider how you communicate; Does the architect pay enough attention to your requirements? or maybe he agrees too much? This balance is unique to you two, so make sure you are happy with it!

Here are some good topics to discuss to see how compatible you are ...

✓ Your involvement! Do you want to be very involved? Choosing colors and finishes?

✓ Discuss design styles.

✓ What is most important to you. Adding value? Creating more space?

✓ If the budget is a priority, you have to say. Recognizing and understanding them at this early stage is critical.

✓ Discuss how you currently use your house, what you like and what you don't!

INITIAL CONSULTATIONS

 I recommend you talk to 2-3 architects before hiring someone:

a. they are suitable for a project like yours and if,

b. are interested and available to take your project.

It is very important the connection that is created, the first impression. Here is a short discussion list to get you started:

Discuss the structuring of the fee and workload in phases.

If the architect is insured and at what value.

The experience he has in the architectural program. Ask about other similar projects, made by the architect.

Discuss their schedule and yours. What are your time constraints or potential delays. How flexible are they?

Do the consultants and entrepreneurs you work with regularly trust you?

Their tax proposal.