• WHAT IS AN ARCHITECT?
Architects by definition are qualified and duly licensed to design buildings for the public. Their job is to protect the welfare and safety of the public at large while designing functional facilities that add to the surrounding environment.

• What do Architects do?
Architects starts by helping the client develop the appropriate program (owner’s needs of the building). Next the site the building is intended to be built on needs to be investigated to ensure the building can be built on the proposed site. The architect assists the owner in coordinating with a surveyor, geo-technical, government agencies and others. After the data is received the architect interprets the data that is received and assist the owner with gaining any final approvals such as a change in zoning. While the investigation is underway, the architect starts his preliminary design. Once the design is approved by the owner, the architect assembles his team. Due to the complexity of modern buildings, architects operate much like the quarterback of a football team. Their job is not to just program and design a functional facility but to also oversee a team of specialist. These specialists include but are not limited to:

• Civil Engineer
• Structural Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Electrical Engineer
• Plumbing Engineer
• Interior Designer
• Other specialist might include:
• Kitchen specialist
• Sound specialist
• Roofing specialist
• Etc.

When the construction documents and specifications are developed the architect usually assist the owner in selecting a contractor. Once the contractor starts work, the architect makes periodic site visits to verify the facility is being constructed according to construction documents and verify the contractor's pay request. While this is only one of many different ways a facility could possibly be constructed and there are many other services architects typically perform, the architects basic job always remains the same to act as the owners representative and designer to ensure the final product meets or exceeds the owner's expectations. When a building is properly designed it should be attractive, energy efficient, accessible to the handicap, and function to make the jobs of those within it's walls easier while providing a stimulating environment.

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Whether you are building your own home or designing a commercial complex, choosing the right architect is vital to a successful project.

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