I was asking myself many times what is the place of an architect in people’s mind.

What is the recognition and prestige of the architectural profession?

Many years of observation, mostly in Etobicoke and in west Toronto, of the issue client – architect relationship, helped me to come to a conclusion that unfortunately a lot of people do not see a big advantage to use architect in a new home or renovation project. They see architect as a “necessary evil” rather than one professional who through his or her architectural services can contribute to their wealth grow and lifestyle quality improvement.

I believe that one of important reason to that is lack of knowledge of architect role and understanding of how difficult and complex it is to build any project.

Rather than inundating you with examples of architecture designs I though it would be worthwhile to show numerous benefits and advantages to hire an architect.

1. Architect will refine your vision

He or she will transform your vision and requirements into well defined architecture project and will also be able to propose alternative options. 

2 Architect will help you to make a right decision

Whether you have a renovation or remodeling of existing house or a construction of a new home project, a creative architect, based on your budget, will be able to help you to make important and right choices.

Some existing homes and site conditions may create challenges with your limited budget.

3 Architect will save Money

By creating an attractive and well conceived project an architect can save you money on a short and long run as well:

• Choice of materials, finishes and design solutions would reduce maintenance expenditures and future replacement costs
• Skillful choice of  the best design alternative could save construction costs
• Innovative lighting and heating design could reduce your everyday energy bills
• Well calculated construction costs supported by detailed drawings and specifications would result in making  the right choices at a fair market prices
• Well designed and constructed newly built or renovated homes increase in value, sell faster very often in a competition for top dollars

4 Architect will safe Time

• A well trained and experienced architect can quickly lead you through the design and construction process

• With the help of modern computerized technology the production of project proposals, documentation drawings and any future changes along the way can be very expeditious

5 Architect will help to hire a Team

• In addition to a conception of project design many architects can recommend and help you to chose qualified builders and contractors
• Will consult on your behalf with : structure engineer electric and mechanical experts

6 Architect will make it happen

Once a project is complete an architect will prepare a timetable and will help you to obtain a necessary building permits and approvals. If necessary an architect will represent you in any discussions with municipal authorities in order to obtain adjustments to existing by-laws.

7 Architect will make your home truly unique

Finally but not lastly an architect working with and for you will be able to design the structure truly yours. He will create a “custom project” which will make you happy and proud, as we use in Etobicoke the term: pride of ownership.