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On average, how much will it cost to hire a architect pro?
The fair price range for this service in your area is $3,500.00 - 6,854.00
Questionable
Typically these pros are under skilled, not licensed and limited experience in their field. They use lower quality materials and are individuals that may not have a business on record within the state.
Acceptable
Typically these pros are highly skilled, licensed and have adequate experience in their field. The use quality materials and range from single owners to multiple team members at their company.
Large Overhead
Typically these pros are highly skilled, licensed / certified with lots of experience in their field. They insist on using the highest quality materials and have a large number of employees.
National Companies
Larger Operations $5,333.00
local pros
Average Cost $4,686.00
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What Does A Residential Architect Do?
Residential architects design buildings that will be used as residences. This includes single family homes, townhouses, condominiums and apartment buildings. Architects will meet with clients to determine their needs and begin to create design proposals for the residence. Through a series of meetings with the client, they will address any concerns and revise their design until the client is satisfied. They will produce drawings to scale using computer-aided design (CAD) software or by hand, and develop the blueprints needed for contractors and those involved in the construction. Architects primarily work in offices, although they will visit job sites to ensure that the building design is being followed and that the project is on schedule. The chart below includes important information on becoming a residential architect.
What Is a Residential Architect?
A residential architect develops building ideas, concepts and designs for residential buildings, homes, condominiums and other structures where people live. The design process involves creating something that looks good and is functional. Your job is to ensure that your designs are practical and can actually be constructed. You may have to create designs that fit into a certain space, time limit or budget. You have to work with the set criteria given to you and design a structure that meets the needs of everyone involved, from the buyer to the contractor.
During the design process, most of your work is done in an office. You may need to travel to meet clients, contractors or vendors. As you progress in the project, you will likely travel more to meet with the various people involved and to ensure the project is running smoothly. In addition to creating designs and building project models, your job duties may include overseeing work at the construction site, negotiating contracts or purchasing supplies.