By Eric Rodrigues
You’ve been planning to build your dream home for years, and finally you’ve decided to embark in the journey of making it a reality. You roll up your sleeves, sketch some ideas on a piece of paper, and look for a someone who could prepare some plans as quickly as possible.
You know exactly what you want. What could possibly go wrong, right? Unfortunately, a lot.
Many of my clients only start their design process after making many costly mistakes. The purpose of this article is to provide some insight on the value you get from having the right architect by your side, from the very beginning.
They understand your vision and fulfill it.
When you choose the right architect to work with you on the design of your home, you’re entering into a partnership. The architect must listen and understand your hopes and vision, and have a clear outline of your concerns and needs. This step is critical to ensure your vision is carried out throughout the development of the project. The right architect will design with your needs in mind and be a trusted advisor from start to finish.
They inform you of potential challenges.
Not all architects are the same, and that’s a good thing.
The increased complexity of buildings and construction systems has forced architects to specialize in a certain building type. Working with a residential architect will ensure that he or she understands the process and can foresee any potential issues at the initial stages of the project. This will ensure that the design and the approval process go smoothly, and you’ll avoid any unexpected costs and schedule changes.
They keep your project within your budget.
When you choose the right architect, they will ask the right questions. One of them is budget. We all know someone that spent more than what they wanted to spend in their construction project.
A detail-oriented architect will ask you about your budget very early-on, to ensure the design of your home is within the range you established. The last thing you want to do is to design your home, hire a builder, and in the middle of construction find out that it’s going to cost double the amount you anticipated.
They prioritize energy-efficiency and interior quality
With the escalation of energy costs, you want to design a home that is resilient and can be as energy efficient as possible. A residential architect will help you design your home to the highest standards of energy performance. This ensures you’re maximizing the potential of your property, taking advantage of solar exposure and views of the exterior.
A seasoned expert architect will design spaces that make you feel great. And that’s exactly how you want to feel every time you walk into your home.
About the author
Eric Rodrigues is one of the leading voices in today’s residential architecture. He is the Founder and Creative Director of Boldera Architects, located in Toronto, Ontario.
Eric has helped many families design their dream homes, with award-winning sustainable and timeless architectural design. His design approach is deeply focused on responding to his client’s needs with innovative and creative design solutions. His work has been widely recognized and published, having obtained multiple national and international awards.
Boldera has redefined the way architects design homes, with a unique process that guarantees your vision is fulfilled and your project stays on budget. Find out more about Boldera Architecture at www.boldera.ca
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