Clients sometimes approach us saying ‘I want the drawings but I’ll look after the construction myself’ as though the role of the architect after the development approval is negligible. Sometimes, after getting the development consent, they decide to move ahead without …
You sometimes wonder why we put ourselves through such trouble: we’ve all heard the stories about the family without a bathroom for weeks, using the neighbours’ shower, having to use a builder’s portaloo; without a kitchen, eating out for weeks …
On eco-friendly architecture Sustainability considers the impact of our life on the well-being of the environment. Sustainability has been defined as: meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Sustainability is …
Sometimes I meet clients who only want to engage the architect for the design stage, who do not know that full architect services include follow-up on site. In other cases clients choose not to have the architect involved during the …
Architects fees can be tailored to suit your project. The fee is usually structured in one of three ways: as a percentage of the total construction cost; as a fixed fee with a stipulated sum; or as a reflection of …
People often ask about the Development Application process, having heard stories about appalling council delays. As part of our commitment to making the development process quicker, cheaper and as easy as possible for homeowners, builders and developers, the following may help as …
Architects create a framework for people’s lives through the design of the buildings that people live in and work in. Design is mainly a mental activity – it is about understanding light, space, structure and order. The work of the …
Here are four answers to that question: So it is right first time The design process is based on fulfilling your needs within your budget. It is focused on creating better results for the future, not just on resolving problems for short …
Sometimes we are asked ‘how much is it for a set of plans?’ but of course there is no straightforward answer. The simplest answer is that architects provide a service rather than a product like some drawings: are they drawings of a …
A lot of people make these renovating mistakes. They are in no particular order, but they are all to be avoided. 1. Don’t start renovating too early – make sure you have a master plan Many people start small-scale renovations …
Going straight to a builder means you miss out on the important design stage. It sounds obvious but builders specialise in building things, architects specialise in designing spaces for a user. The architect is more interested in the customer experience. …
Architects fees pay for extensive forethought about a project before any concrete is poured. By thinking through and drawing the design in detail, an architect can identify potential trouble spots where special attention may be required, thus minimising surprises and …
