2023 Home of the Month Look Book

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Questions to Ask Your ArchitectAre you ready to hire an architect? Learn what questions will informyour search for a design partner. Asking the right questions before hiringan architect for your dream home project is essential for avoiding headachesdown the road. You want to select an architect who makes you feelcomfortable and understands your goals, and one whose work style alignswith how you plan to proceed.Photo: Farm Kid StudiosPhoto: Ryan SiemersWhat are the biggest designchallenges and considerations ofmy project? The architect will likelyhave insights or knowledge beyondwhat you have explored. They shouldhave ideas for how to rise to thosechallenges and embrace all projectconsiderations.How much time do I need tocommit to providing feedback?Do you want to be involved in thetiniest details, or do you plan to berelatively hands-off? How does thisfit in with the architect’s timelineand workflow? Being honest up frontabout what kind of client you are inthis regard—which includes whenyou’re best able to meet and how—and learning what the architectexpects from you will keep thingsrunning smoothly. This conversationwill also aid in setting a timeline andbudget for the project overall.before the construction processstarts? Don’t be afraid to ask forsketches, alternative designs,samples, or showroom visits. Askwhat impact modifications oralternatives will have on both thebudget and timeline for your project.Who is on my team? Unless youchoose a solo practitioner, there areseveral people at an architecturefirm who will contribute to yourproject. Who will you be dealing withdirectly? Is it the same person whois designing your project? Ask forintroductions!How will you handle theunexpected? The years of thepandemic have created challengeswith the supply chain, as well as forstaffing and how architects connectwith clients. Your architect shouldbe able to tell you how they haveadapted their work style, and howthey deal with the unexpected in anyproject.Do you have references? Speakingto an architect’s references—typically past clients and contractorpartners—will reassure you thatyou’ve found a reputable architectand give you insight into their workstyle and approach.Make sure your architect is openwith you about any additional coststhat may accrue outside of thecontract. You may also learn moreabout your architect’s track recordregarding cost estimating andcompleting projects within budget bytalking to their references.What’s your relationship with thecontractor? Does the architecthave a contractor they partner withregularly? If not, will they help youidentify the right contractor for yourproject? Will you be expected to dealwith the contractor directly, or willthe architect work with them?Ready to start interviewingarchitects for your home designproject?Begin your search by going toaia-mn.org/firm-directory, whereyou can filter search results bybuilding type, firm location, andmore.What will you show me along theway to explain the project? Canyou expect renderings or drawingsWhat’s your fee structure, andwhat sort of costs can I expect?64
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