When you hire an architect, you can’t just sign on the dotted line and expect your project to be completed perfectly. Before you agree to anything, sit down and have a discussion with your hired professional. Understand your architect’s role in your project and set the expectations for your working relationship.

Ask your architect the following questions before you hire and architect to be sure your working relationship is off to a good start.

Diving into a new building project can be exciting for you and your architect, but as with any major project, you’ll need to ensure your liabilities are covered. While an architect is necessary for your project’s success, hiring a new professional brings an array of liabilities you didn’t have previously.

Before you sign a contract or hire a residential or commercial building architect, you’ll need to vet their insurance policies as well as your own. 

When it comes to designing your new space, it’s remarkable how few people understand the importance of hiring a residential or commercial building architect. If you are planning a new building or home renovation you’ve probably already considered speaking with a contractor and a designer, but until you’ve added an architect into the mix, your team is incomplete. So What’s the Difference? The designer, contractor, and commercial or residential architect have some overlapping skills and a...

Are you looking for a residential architect, a medical facility designer, or someone in between? How do you know which person to hire? Both individuals will do the same type of work, but with some key differences. For example, one focuses on build codes and structural design, while the other focuses on creating functional, dynamic spaces. This article reveals some of the differences and why that will matter to you and your project. Definitions and Job Descriptions Architecture involves spa...

Working with a residential, public works, or commercial building architect has countless benefits, including design experience, and an understanding of building code regulations. Add to that list great working relationships with contractors, inspectors, and engineers and you have a long list of reasons why your project needs to start with and architect. However, there are many common frustrations that may occur before, during, or after construction. Before hiring a firm, and to reduce your fru...