ARCHITECT’S GUIDE TO HOME BUILDING

We prepared this guide for Clients who want to make informed decisions during the design process and build. For most a building project is a once in a life time event - entered into with no experience yet met with demands of creative, aesthetic, functional/practical, financial and project management decisions.

This guide offers expert advice on working with an architect—or going solo as an owner-builder. Learn valuable tips from a trained architect to make the most of your renovation and avoid costly mistakes.

We will walk through the planning and construction process, outline the roles of the relevant consultants you may require and assist in preparing a checklist of relevant information you should be aware of.

Tips for making architectural and interior decisions including documentation review and interior finishes selection.

Our goals are to educate you to be able to:

. prepare a sound brief and budget

. understand the basics of the planning process

. be informed as you work with your Architect

. questions to ask your self as your review documentation in order to ensure the design will meet your expectation (and avoid mistakes due to poor planning or design)

. tips on finishes and selections during the design process

. manage your expectations and what to expect during your build