In Nigeria, so many people are of the notion that they can do their building designs or construction without the help of an architect as to them, using an architect is overly expensive.
Some don’t even know who an architect is, what architects really do, and why they should consider hiring one.
Using an architect may seem like a luxury but if you are considering building a house from scratch or you are simply renovating, an architect could go along way in adding value to your property and saving you from the possibility of a heartache in future.
So, should you really hire an architect for your upcoming project? And what exactly should you hire them to do? To answer these questions, you need to understand the range of services architects provide and if it would make more financial sense to you.
What Do Architects Really Do?
Architect tasks generally
1. Schematic Designs
This is also called Preliminary Design or Building Program & Site Analysis. In this phase, the architect visit
This is also called Preliminary Design or Building Program & Site Analysis. In this phase, the architect visit
Why Should You Use An Architect?
1. An architect can act as an agent to keep an eye on the contractor and workmanship for the duration of the project.
2. Architects offer a better design layout. They often produce more interesting and creative design work, a highly functional floor plan, good natural lighting and ventilation, and good integration for the building site.
3. Using an architect would help you avoid common design errors with inexperienced designers.
4. Detailed plans and specifications from architects provide a clear guide to contractors and clients. This helps contractors know what they are bidding on and you know what you are getting.
5. The architect can recommend qualified contractors to bid on the job.
6. The architect can handle the tough aspects of contract negotiations on your behalf, allowing you to maintain a friendly, cooperative relationship with your contractor.
7. Architects can present options you might not have considered and give your building style and also design it to work efficiently and solve problems of space and function.
8. Architects are creative and good at problem solving, which comes in handy with renovations.
