Why do you need an Architect?

Don't Do it Alone!

We believe as an architect we have certain goals to achieve to create a good atmosphere within a workplace and to create good client to architect relationship, at Pacha Studios we believe we:

1. Advise and help you to develop your brief by understanding you & your family. This will help us to make your vision a reality, considering the site, your taste, lifestyle and your budget.

2. Incorporate innovative and imaginative design solutions that work for your project, reducing costs, & generating ideas to add value to your property.

3. Prepare drawings and documents to submit for planning approval to achieve permission upon the first submission saving time, stress and money.

4. Submit drawings for Planning Approval on your behalf and liaise with the planning authority to provide additional information if required.

5. Once planning approval is achieved they will prepare technical drawings for Building Control Approval.

6. Advise on quality consultants and contractors.

7. Assemble the project team, finding the best contractors to do the job with the available budget and timescales.

8. Co-ordinate and lead your project team through the design and construction process safely in accordance with up to date legislation until completion.

9. Manage time, the process, people, problems that may arise and most importantly, your budget!

10. Bring added value to your scheme to maximise your investment.

As an architect we work with the client from start to the completion, I believe speaking as an architect there are 4 reasons why everyone needs us, these are:

1. You Need an Architect if You Want Imaginative and Creative Thinking…

You want creative ideas and skilful design to maximise the potential of your project. An architect will help you determine exactly what you need and come up with inventive ideas to solve even the most complex design problems.

2. You Need an Architect if You Want Peace of Mind…. Architects are chartered professionals. Like doctors and lawyers, we have completed university degrees and diplomas and lengthy practical experience, and we have passed a series of rigorous exams set down by the RIBA. No other building professional is trained in design and construction to such a level of expertise. Our minimum 7 year training covers many areas, ranging from design to structural engineering, contract law and building science. A good architect provides a service that extends well beyond producing a set of drawings – we will handle the administration, bring value for money, peace of mind and imagination to your project whilst keeping it on track.

3. You need an Architect if you want Expertise…

An architect has the expertise to guide you through the intricacies of obtaining all the necessary consents including Planning, Listed Building and Building Regulations Approvals. During construction you have someone on your side who can guide you through the legislation, regulations and contractual arrangements. An architect will help you find a good builder and then inspect the work and challenge him if mistakes are spotted. The architect can handle the tough aspects of contract negotiations on your behalf, allowing you to maintain a friendly, cooperative relationship with your contractor. An architect can advise on the best construction methods to give you a well-insulated, draught free and comfortable building within your budget constraints.

4. You Need an Architect if You Want Value for Money…

The knowledge and creative skills of an architect can deliver value well in excess of the fees we charge. We will help you achieve your aspirations and guide you through the design and construction process. An architect can advise you how to keep the project costs under control from concept to completion and occupation. We can provide a design tailored to your budget, reduce on site changes/costs by providing thorough construction information before building work starts, heading off problems by controlling the process.

Value for money does not stop when the construction work is finished: an architect can detail a building to ensure energy efficiency, low maintenance and reduced running costs, and this will save you money for years after the build is complete.

In short, without the expert knowledge, experience and protection of using an architect, your building project is an extremely high risk development. Working with an architect will get you a special, bespoke building tailored to your needs that maximises the value of your site with your available budget. Using all of their experience and professional accreditation manages your risks and avoids potential problems, giving you a building that either costs less, or is a much better building for your money.

At Pacha Studios believe that at the end of a project we want you to feel unstressed and have a good experience within your new building without any battle scars.

Thank you for reading my blogs and I hope you will think about architects as a must need within a design process.

Hope to hear your opinions from you soon about this topic!

Have a good day all.