Why use an architect?
The need or desire for more space - a bigger kitchen, another bedroom, or a brand new house in your dream location - often drives people to ask to this question.
As architects, we view ourselves as professional creatives who bridge the divide between artistic design and construction and so are best placed to turn visions into reality.
We design, plan, and coordinate the construction of buildings, from refurbishment, retrofit and extensions that maximize space and improve energy efficiency to new-build houses or large-scale commercial developments.
Architects seek to optimise a building's layout and function - adding value and ensuring the best return on your investment. If you find it difficult to imagine a space, the architect's job is to help you visualize it using drawings, models and 3D computer software.
An architect will help guide you through the complexities of the planning system. Where additional specialist consultants are required to satisfy the local authority's requests, the architect will assume the lead consultant role, assembling and coordinating the project team on your behalf.
Full architectural services will extend to overseeing the construction process - helping with the appointment of a contractor, providing all of the information necessary for construction, and ensuring quality control and compliance on site.
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