17
May
Why You Should Hire an Architect Who Specializes in Residential Design
Recently, a client came to me who was having a house designed by their friend who’s an architect, but who primarily does commercial work (mistake #1). At some point,...
17
Aug
Who’s Better at Evaluating an Architect – The Homeowner or Builder?
Who do you think is in a better position to evaluate how well an architect does his job… a homeowner or a builder? From my perspective, it’s a builder...
05
Jun
Building a “Better” House
As an architect who primarily designs houses, one of my main goals is to design & build a “better” house that’s also aesthetically pleasing. What’s a “Better” House? You...
29
Dec
Why You Should Involve Your Architect During Construction
First time remodeling or having an addition built? First time working with a particular builder? Involving your architect for a few hours during construction can save you a lot...
17
Feb
Selecting The Right Builder For Your Project
When choosing a builder, you might spend just as much time (or more) searching for one as you will to find an architect. The criteria is essentially the same,...
06
Jan
Why You Should Involve An Architect During The Bidding & Builder Selection Phase
Should you involve your architect during the bidding and builder selection process? Once the architect is done with the construction drawings, the next step is to give the drawings...
17
Oct
Types of Contract Agreements Between Owner and Builder
Types of Contract Agreements Between Owner and Builder: Lump sum (fixed price) Cap on price and fee Limited financial risk to owner Contractor takes majority of financial...