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How To Reduce Architectural Costs, And Why I'm An Expensive Architect
Investing slightly more upfront in your architect’s fee ensures detailed 3D modeling, systems integration, and oversight—catching clashes early and preventing delays or rework. That extra coordination saves you from costly surprises, time overruns, and margin reduction later.


ARCHITECT MYTH #4: Speculative Design Work
In my article YOU DON'T NEED TO HIRE AN ARCHITECT, I present a rationale for hiring an architect and explain basically what you're...


ARCHITECT MYTH #3: Bargaining
Today's misconception: "I'm a nice client, so the architect should be willing to cut me a deal. I'll bargain with the architect until he...


ARCHITECT MYTH #2: Shopping Around
In my article YOU DON'T NEED TO HIRE AN ARCHITECT, I present a rationale for hiring an architect and explain basically what you're...


ARCHITECT MYTH #1: Pre-contract Sketches
"I need the architect to sketch some ideas so that I can decide whether or not I want to hire him or whether or not to start the project."
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