So, We Wrote a Book for Clients About Architects

So, We Wrote a Book for Clients About Architects A brief guide to defining your project and selecting an architect to make it a reality.

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06/24/2022

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If that phrase above is a bit challenging to read…well, construction permitting is like that.

ŦĦ€ Ƥ€ŘΜƗŦŦƗŇǤ ƤŘØĆ€ŞŞ ƗŞ Δ ǤΔỮŇŦŁ€Ŧ—challenging at best—more often, time-consuming & frustrating. This process begins with the production by the architect of Construction Documents—detailed architectural drawings showing exactly how a structure is to be built, plus engineering documents for all the structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. These are then submitted to the permitting authority—typically the City or County Building Department for the jurisdiction in which the structure is to be built. These days, that submission is typically done electronically through the permitting authority’s permitting portal. Then the review process begins.

ΜỮŁŦƗƤŁ€ ƤŁΔŇŞ Ř€VƗ€Ŵ€ŘŞ in multiple disciplines—electrical, plumbing, mechanical, general, fire safety, etc.--scour the drawings to confirm the details of the design meet all current state and local building standards. Often, these reviewers will have questions about—or require modifications to—some specific detail on a drawing. The competent architect will respond quickly to answer those questions or make required modifications so that the review process moves forward. Construction cannot begin until every plan reviewer has approved the drawings and the permit fee has been paid. Only then will the permit to build be issued.

ŦØ Ł€ΔŘŇ how your architect can make this permitting process go more smoothly, and to learn much more about the design and construction process, order a copy of our guidebook “So, You Need to Hire an Architect?” It’s available in both paperback and Kindle editions here:

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Part 4: 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑You may have heard that old saying “If Mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.” Well there’...
06/17/2022

Part 4: 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑

You may have heard that old saying “If Mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.” Well there’s a similar truth in the construction industry: “If the Contractor ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.” Simply put, the most important relationship within the design/construction process is that between and among the Architect, Owner and Contractor. Most contemporary construction delivery methods recognize the importance and advantages of creating a team approach to the process from the beginning. The Owner provides the vision and the Architect provides direction as to how the Contractor is to build the structure in order to realize the Owner’s vision. For that reason, the Architect must maintain clear and open communication with both the Owner and the Contractor and remain available to the Contractor throughout the construction process to answer questions and provide additional information.

To learn more about how to select and work with an architect, order a copy of our book, “So, You Need to Hire an Architect?” available in both paperback and Kindle editions here: www.Amazon.com/dp/1736991302

ⒻⒾⓍⓉⓊⓇⒺⓈ & ⒻⒾⓃⒾⓈⒽⒺⓈWhen we think of the work of an architect, we first think of foundations, walls, roofs etc.--big, str...
06/10/2022

ⒻⒾⓍⓉⓊⓇⒺⓈ & ⒻⒾⓃⒾⓈⒽⒺⓈ

When we think of the work of an architect, we first think of foundations, walls, roofs etc.--big, structural stuff--but there are other aspects of architectural design that are less imposing but no less important to the aesthetic aspects of the design. Two of these are Fixtures and Finishes.

ⒻⒾⓍⓉⓊⓇⒺⓈ are those add-on items that are not a part of the structure of the building--things like lighting, plumbing fixtures, etc. ⒻⒾⓃⒾⓈⒽⒺⓈ are coverings and coating that are applied to interior surfaces--things like paint, tile, wood paneling, etc.--or to the exterior of the building--things like stone or brick veneer, stucco, paint, etc.

The selection and proper installation of ⒻⒾⓍⓉⓊⓇⒺⓈ & ⒻⒾⓃⒾⓈⒽⒺⓈ is as much a part of the design as are other details, and these elements can make the difference between an uninspiring design and a building that is visually stunning.

AFTER YEARS OF WORKING CLOSELY with hundreds of clients to provide architectural design for their projects, our team dec...
06/07/2022

AFTER YEARS OF WORKING CLOSELY with hundreds of clients to provide architectural design for their projects, our team decided to write a brief guide to help our clients--or anyone else contemplating a construction project--better understand the design process, refine the scope of their project and select the right architect to bring their project to reality.

Topics include:
- What Do Architects Provide?
- How to Hire an Architect
- Where Do We Start?
- Your Responsibility as an Owner
- Construction Delivery Methods
- So, What Do All These Drawings Really Mean?
- An Appendix of Design Professionals

This guide is now available on Amazon in both paperback and Kindle editions. It's titled "So, You Need to Hire an Architect: A client's guide to enjoying design and construction." Check it out!

This link will take you there: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1736991302

𝔸ℝℂℍ𝕀𝕋𝔼ℂ𝕋𝕌ℝ𝔼 𝔸𝕊 𝔸ℝ𝕋 -- 𝕊𝕔𝕦𝕝𝕡𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕊𝕡𝕒𝕔𝕖The word "architect" is derived from two Greek words meaning "chief" and "buil...
06/02/2022

𝔸ℝℂℍ𝕀𝕋𝔼ℂ𝕋𝕌ℝ𝔼 𝔸𝕊 𝔸ℝ𝕋 -- 𝕊𝕔𝕦𝕝𝕡𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕊𝕡𝕒𝕔𝕖

The word "architect" is derived from two Greek words meaning "chief" and "builder." In centuries past, architects were often the project managers for structures they designed. Still today, the task of creating the design--sculpting the space to be occupied by people--falls to the architect. Sometimes, we begin with a blank canvas, or, to stay with this sculpting metaphor, a block of stone. Sometimes, our task is more like restoring a masterpiece. In either case, there is a void that needs to be replaced with a space where folks can work, play, dine or live. Architects bring shape to that void. This is the "art" in architecture--sculpting a space that is both suited to its purpose and, at the same time, visually pleasing.

𝕋𝕆 𝕃𝔼𝔸ℝℕ 𝕄𝕆ℝ𝔼 about what architects do, what to expect during the design process, what the architect's and client's responsibilities are, what those drawings mean, and how to hire an architect, grab a copy of our book...

"𝕊𝕠, 𝕐𝕠𝕦 ℕ𝕖𝕖𝕕 𝕥𝕠 ℍ𝕚𝕣𝕖 𝕒𝕟 𝔸𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕥𝕖𝕔𝕥..."

Available in both paperback and Kindle editions here:
www.Amazon.com/dp/1736991302

🅸🆃'🆂 🅼🅾🆁🅴 🆃🅷🅰🅽 🅳🆁🅰🆆🅸🅽🅶🆂 !If you ask the average person what architects do, you'll likely get an answer that goes som...
05/26/2022

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If you ask the average person what architects do, you'll likely get an answer that goes something like this: "Architects draw plans for buildings and stuff like that." Actually, that's correct, but it's by no means the complete answer. So, for the next few weeks we're going to try to give you a better answer to the question "What do architects provide?"

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One of the first questions clients ask us is "What is this project going to cost?" 🅲🅾🆂🆃 🅰🅽🅰🅻🆈🆂🅸🆂 is the process whereby we attempt to answer that question for clients. Because of our experience in the construction industry and the local construction market, we're able to assist our clients in determining a project budget based on the desired quality of the project and current regional construction costs.

🆃🅾 🅻🅴🅰🆁🅽 🅼🅾🆁🅴 about what architects do, what to expect during the design process, what the architect's and client's responsibilities are, what those drawings mean, and how to hire an architect, order a copy of our book...

"𝘚𝘰, 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘕𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘏𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘯 𝘈𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵: 𝘈 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵'𝘴 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘯𝘫𝘰𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯"

Find it on Amazon here: www.Amazon.com/dp/1736991302

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