Trust is the foundation of any relationship between an architect and a client. A great working relationship with your architect fosters effective communication, understanding of your needs, creative collaboration, cost-effective solutions, access to expertise, smooth...
An architect is of value to any commercial project constructing the building of a new structure or the altering of an existing property. An architect can create your vision into a reality, developing detailed plans and blueprints for the builder to work off of. Not...
Some of the first and longest lasting laws included building safety codes. It has been long understood that keeping a space safe for occupants is critical for society. Now, we have historical building design codes we have to follow. These rules cover areas spanning...
If you are wondering why you can’t seem to find an industry standard for establishing an architect’s fee, it’s because there isn’t one (you’re not crazy!). In fact, almost 30 years ago, because of a consent decree with the US Justice...
Have you considered taking on an architectural design project in the coming year? People often hesitate getting started because of the overwhelming number of considerations and risks involved in the process. However, addressing these items in the earlier stages of the...