DECIDING ON AN ARCHITECT
You have been thinking about a new build, addition, or renovation project for a long time and you…
WHY HOMEOWNERS SHOULD NOT PULL A PERMIT
As an Architect I come across many homeowners who would like to perform their own renovations or pull…
PERMISSION PLEASE: PERMITTING
The Zoning By-laws are local ordinances regulating the use and development of property by dividing the jurisdiction into…
FEE-BASED EXPERTISE
There was a time when The American Institute of Architects (AIA) actually published a recommended fee schedule. However,…
FEASIBILITY STUDY
My previous blog post Working with an Architect touched upon the various steps and processes that define the…
TALK OF THE TOWN: THE NON-CONFORMING LOT
My first blog post Do I need an Architect touched upon some of the factors that make building…
BEYOND THE DRAWINGS: CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION (CA)
My previous blog post: Working with an Architect explained the design process and professional services performed by an…
WORKING WITH AN ARCHITECT
Chances are you haven’t worked with an Architect before. This is a new relationship and your understanding of…
DO I NEED AN ARCHITECT?
So you have decided to pursue a residential design project; whether it be a remodel, renovation, addition, or…