Designing a home is a very exciting project. It is also a very stressful time as you have lots of decisions to make and questions that need to be answered. One decision you have to make is hiring an architect. Not all architect firms are the same. Each has their methods of creating designs. As well, the services that different architects offer will vary. When choosing an architect, you have to make sure it is the right architect that meets your design needs.
The following is a list of tips to hiring an architect to designing your home:
1. What size and type of projects do you design? Designing firms will often have certain size projects they will design. They can design be specific rooms in a home or building, entire homes, commercial buildings, apartments, condominiums, or all types.
2. What is the architect’s education and experience? Inquire about past clients, what school the architect attended, and if he or she won any awards.
3. Is the architect licensed? In order to be allowed to work in a particular state, an architect must be licensed. They can also have the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certificate (NCARB.)
4. Does the architect have design samples? It is important to look at design samples to assess the quality of work. You want to make sure you like the designs and style of each design.
5. Does the architect have insurance? Every professional architect will have insurance, especially liability insurance.
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