Looking for an architect for your construction project?
Not sure where to start with?
Let us guide you.
Finding the right architect for your project is as important as the project itself. A good architect by your side, not only helps you materialize your dreams but also educates you throughout the project’s journey like you never imagined. This is why we have brought you a list of the most important things to be inquired about before finalizing the architect for you. Let’s check it out.
Key Principles of his Design Philosophy
Every architect has a different design philosophy ranging from classic styles, contemporary, modern, revolutionary, to many more. Make sure that his philosophy is compatible with your personal objectives.
Reasons why this project interests him
Ask the architect what entices him about your project; if he’s doing it because of this personal interest or it falls within his area of expertise or other reasons. Asking such questions will boost your confidence while making a decision.
Committed time to the project
Know, how much time the architect can commit to the project, as well as if the committed time is sufficient or not to get the desired outcomes in the right time period.
Design Process Approach
Since there is no single right way to build a project, it is important to know what approach to the design process will be more profitable than others. By knowing about the steps involved in the process, you will be able to educate yourself about the design journey and differentiate between prospective architects.
Dynamics of the Design Team
Just like the design process, the dynamics of the team also differ from firm to firm. Your decision between a top-down design approach and a collaborative design approach will depend on its compatibility with the design objective and vision you have towards your project.
Services by the architect
Try to compare the range of services provided by each prospective architect before making a decision. These may include services like interior designing, 3D designs along with 2D designs, project management consultancy, structural designing, and so forth.
Examples of previous work
Do not hesitate in asking for the architect’s previous work examples. This can prove to be an extremely helpful technique in making the right decisions. Previous work samples can bring clarity in knowing the prospective architect’s capability, experience, and if his vision is compatible with yours.
Your Personal involvement
Know, if the architect wants you to be highly involved during the course of the project or not at all. Opt for an approach that can bring the best out of the efforts of the appointed team.
Overcoming the challenges
While good planning can help you run construction smoothly, also be ready to deal with the challenges that come in the project’s journey such as delay in material delivery, foundation and building codes issues, and so on. Make sure the chosen architect team is capable of not even creating a powerful design plan in advance but also adapting to emerging challenges efficiently.
Utilize a comparative approach
Since there are numerous design teams in the industry, there will never be a firm that is the best. Hence, use a comparative approach while choosing an architect for you. Make an extensive pros and cons list of the different architecture teams and then try to compare them based on different factors. This will make the selection process a lot easier.
Conclusion
Working with the right architect on the design and build of your project can be exciting. And like you saw above, only the right kind of approach can direct you on the path of finding a suitable architect. So consider these suggestions and also share them with others to make their design journey memorable and successful too.
