"Why do I need an architect?"
This might be a question you find asking yourself as you approach the design process of your new home or renovation. Many home projects seem quite simple, and as the age of DIYers progresses, homeowners are feeling empowered to do more and more on their own.
Picking out new bathroom tile or replacing your kitchen sink, sure, no real design required. When it comes to finishing off your basement or re-configuring your kitchen, that's when you should consider hiring an architect. Did you know you need 2
Architects don't just pick out cabinets and paint colors, we can help determine electrical outlet locations, feasibility of relocating that sink, whether or not your refrigerator will be able to have an ice maker... If you tell a contractor you want these things done, they will figure out how to do it, and charge you for it, no matter the cost. An architect will be able to help determine the best way to do it, and provide a few cost saving alternatives.
In this article, the AIA (American Institute of Architects) explains the importance of an architect, the training we go through, and the standards that we and our professional license are held to.
