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everybody asks about fees
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There was a class action lawsuit in the '80's against the AIA in Wash., DC against what was perceived as price fixing. So as a result, each project has to have a proposal and a scope of work to assign a fee for professional services. There are some typical fee parameters and different means to derive them that seem to be industry wide. I try to be reasonable, but everything always seems to cost more than you think it will. I do have minimums, because even small projects require similar documentation. So call me, and usually, I will come out to meet with you at your project site for no charge.
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Eldorado Park Pool, Scottsdale, North Elevation Sketch
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Now, because I'm a registered architect in the State of Arizona, there are bunch of rules and regulations that govern my practice, including lots of stuff about liability. You can look them up by going to the State of Arizona, State Board of Technical Regulations on the internet.
One thing a lot of you should carefully review are the regulations to be using the title 'architect'. They have opened the door for a lot of people who are not educated, licensed or registered as architects. They claim to be capable of designing your building or home. Some are and some are not. But because they are not registered they are often much less expensive. Sometimes you can go that route, you can even do it yourself! I've helped some people draw and permit their homes. Commercial and institutional projects almost always require a registered architect.
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- Adapted from Residential Architect magazine, Feb 2005, and pretty much apply to every project:
- A good design starts with good site consideration. This is where energy efficiency really starts!
- An architect will help you find the right design by exploring the opportunities with you as a partner.
- First! Think in terms of a space efficient smart project. I really do study architecture all the time. There's a good chance we will discover something you didn't even know you wanted, and make it even better, with less.
- I enjoy the process, I hope you will too. As it is with anything; some of it is hard work, some of it seems like play. Always bring your sense of humor and patience.
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