What can I expect my architect to do for my home project?

<div>While you might think that architects only draw blueprints for buildings, they are much more involved in the overall construction process than you might realize. While they aren’t the ones swinging the hammers, architects do the following: <ul><li>Communicate with the homeowner on the project request, including assistance when exact plans aren’t known</li><li>Develop computer-aided models and blueprints of the requested design</li><li>Ensure that the design incorporates form, function, and safety features</li><li>Provide the contractor with the agreed-upon design</li><li>Supervise the general contractor and any subcontractors throughout the project</li><li>Communicate any needed changes to the project with the homeowner and draw new plans accordingly</li></ul></div>

What questions should I ask my architect?

<div>Before settling on and hiring an architect, it’s beneficial to you as a homeowner to ask some questions to familiarize yourself with their work. After all, you wouldn’t want to spend time and resources on a professional that doesn’t specialize in exactly what you want in a house. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/7-questions-ask-architect.htm">Some questions to ask your architect</a> include: <ul><li>How do you charge for services? Is it on an hourly basis, based on square footage, or based on project size?</li><li>How do we work together to stay on budget for this project?</li><li>Do you anticipate any future challenges with this project? How are these communicated?</li><li>What is your project management style? If you are not handling the day-to-day details, who is my point of contact? </li><li>Can I see previous similar projects that you’ve completed?</li><li>Do you have any specialty experience, like working on historic homes or using sustainable building materials?</li></ul></div>

How much does it cost to hire an architect?

<div>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-architect-cost.htm">average cost to hire an architect</a> for your home project ranges between $2,200 and $10,500. However, depending on location and project type, you might end up paying as little as $600 or as much as $45,000 or more. For example, the average cost of hiring an architect in North Carolina is between $1,800 and $2,000, but in California, that price tag jumps to $3,600 to $15,200. The price you pay for your architect also depends on their experience level. For example, a principal architect, the firm's owner, typically charges $150 to $250 per hour. However, an intern architect with three to five years of experience usually only charges $45 per hour. </div>

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Reviewed in April 2023
DO NOT USE THEM! TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR MISTAKE. a. I have emails to validate everything said - happy to share. b. I have never encountered a combination of incompetence and lack of professionalism in one firm. c. It took 6 months of us pulling teeth just to get an estimate! The project manager...
Intown Renovations Group, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2021
Emile is an exceptional architect. He listens to his client and delivers a result beyond your expectation. Emile has done outstanding work for me throughout the years and consistently performs with creativity and diligence. I highly recommend Emile Picard to design your dream home, and rest...
Picard Associates, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2017
It is without slightest hesitation that I recommend shutters by Acadia. They have earned my trust for the quality of design and construction and for the personal service of their associates. Acadia was my first and only choice for shutters to compliment the complete renovation of my 1924 intown...
Acadia Shutters Shades & Blinds, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2015
Top notch. The project was completed on time and, if not under budget, cost was reasonable and thoroughly explained by Cayenne Barnes--total transparency. Architects had developed a very unusual, complicated design and the Pro Interiors team embraced the project fully, even when conflicts...
Professional Interiors Inc
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Reviewed in August 2013
The contractor, Richard Waterhouse, of Summit Residential, Inc. , is very professional in his approach to the job. He outlined his plan, based on architects drawings I provided, made some good suggestions for adjustments, which were very worthwhile. Started work in Dec. '09, completed in...
Summit Residential
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Reviewed in March 2013
Scott Kelley and his dad took plans from our architect and brought them to live in a way that in my opinion was even better then what the architect had in mind. As the construction progressed we found other things that made more sense and implemented them into the plan and came up with...
Kelley Custom Woodworks
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Reviewed in March 2012
I called them a year later and actually visited the store and locations that they had done. I didn't use them because I am an architect and have very high standards.
Painting By Maxwell LLC
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Reviewed in April 2011
I first contacted an architect to design the garage. I knew exactly what I wanted, and my architect (Lee Ryfun) did a beautiful job designing it. Lee gave me the names of 3 builders, whom I called to discuss the job and secure bids. I decided on Totally Dependable Contracting Services, LLC,...
Totally Dependable Contracting Service LLC
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Reviewed in March 2011
: They worked with us on helping to modify the architect?s plans to satisfy our needs better. I have also been very detailed about different aspects of the future construction, especially areas where other constructors might provide a bid knowing that they have to change things later on. They...
REVIVAL CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in August 2009
As an architect, I was seeking a highly qualified General Contractor for the renovation of my 1930 brick bungalow. A former Client recommended ATL Renovations to perform the construction work. I was quite impressed right from the start with their willingness to listen, their ability to...
ATL Renovations LLC
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