1- Knowledge
An architect has the most appropriate training and experience to design, co-ordinate and manage your building project. An architect’s education covers a variety of areas, ranging from landscaping design to ergonomics, law, sociology, construction materials and techniques, etc. This diversity allows an architect to foresee many design options while analysing a wide range of requirements and restrictions.
2- Conceptualization
An architect has the ability to take client’s abstract ideas and put them into a form that you can visualise and discuss and more importantly give to a contractor to build.
3- Creativity
A talented architect can create projects that are not only functional but aesthetically beautiful or interesting. Architects are trained to use their imagination to solve problems.
4- Priority
An architect will prioritise your needs and requirements. An architect will act in your best interest at all times. He/she can look at the “big picture” and assist in determining your true needs and goals.
5- Cost-effectiveness
An architect helps save you time and money. A well designed building is sustainably more efficient and will have lower maintenance costs. This will also add to the value of your building. A skilled architect can help you to avoid trouble spots and advise about how to keep costs down.
6- Social Responsibility
An architect works for you and for the society. A building designed by an architect will contribute to a better quality of life of its occupants and also for a better built environment. A good environment can contribute to a more harmonious society where citizens feel connected and heritage and creativity are reconciled.
7- Exclusivity
An architect will help you to explore all the possible options for your project. The finally result will be a building that is specifically designed for your needs. If you had to dress the same clothes for the rest of your life would you buy them in a high street shop or would you get a dressmaker to design them for your specific needs?
8- Environmental awareness
A skilled architect will help you to achieve an environmental sustainable building. An environmentally-conscious design will contribute to comply with today’s demanding energy performance requirements.
9- Communication
A skilled architect has the ability to communicate ideas effectively – to clients, engineers, planners, contractors, etc. By communicating effectively an architect can assist with any unforeseen situations and solve problems creatively.
10- Administration
An architect will help you to avoid unpleasant surprises during construction and also make the contract run more smoothly. An architect will act fairly and impartially when administering a contract.
Posted by Isabel Barros June 18, 2009
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