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FAQ
How Sould I Compare Architects?
Unless your project is very simple, it makes sense to at least talk to an architect for advice before you get going. Generally, architects offer a wide range of services for projects with a substantial fee, but for a smaller fee, an architect can help you get the best out of your project in the early stages, regardless of size and whether they are needed later on.
Most architects offer one-off consultations and these can be incredibly useful. They will give you guidance on all aspects of your project from design and cost through to planning and construction. In a short space of time, you can gain valuable insight to help you realise your project.
What is the difference between a self employed architect & architect practice?
An architecture practice provides more comfort than a one-man band, as they can be more responsive. Usually there will be more than one person involved in the project so there are no major issues when someone is away or sick.
Ask them about their processes and systems. We have invested greatly in creating systems that help us run projects efficiently and consistently so we can focus our time on design.
Do i need an architect? OR can my Builder do it?
An architect does a lot more than design some nice initial sketches. They need to have a commercial understanding of the project to make sure the design is feasible for your budget. Ask them to explain the feasibility in detail to make sure they understand this properly.
A builder may offer ‘Design & Build’ as a service. Builders do not have the training and design skill to create something that considers the context of the building, the way the light moves around the house during the day or how a family interacts with each other. This is fine if you want something very simple and require little or no design input.
If you hire an architect, you have someone that is looking after your interests and liaising with the contractor and consultants on your behalf.
Design & Build is often a good approach for loft conversions, for example, where there might not be much scope to design something creative and the main aim is to maximise the space.
Do architects have a Unique Selling Point?
Ask your architect about their unique selling point and how do you relate to their values?
Archscape Architecture’s USP / Vision is to design beautiful buildings that use ingenious ways of bringing natural light to architecture while changing how architectural services are delivered.