How to Select an Architect Michigan

Selecting the right architect for your project can be a daunting task. It is paramount to hire the right architect for the job, since you will be working hand in hand through the duration of the project, and the designs that your architect draws will affect you for the life of the building or the duration of your use of it.


1 . Local Companies

Metropolitan Architecture Practice
248-726-8876
7600 Chrysler Dr.
Detroit, MI
Dominick Tringali Architects
248-335-8888
1668 Telegraph Road
Bloomfield Hills, MI
dlb Architects, LLC
616-392-6995
956 College
Holland, MI
Architectural Resource, LLC
734 769 9784
1220 Jewett, Suite C
Ann Arbor, MI
PersonalThrows
1-866-678-6933
P O Box # 32824 Michigan Detroit, MI – 48232
detroit, MI
VIvid Design Group, Inc.
(5686) 215 - 7011
72664 Solanus Drive
Bruce Township, MI
Metrotechture Residential Design
616-588-3201
9818 Cherry Valley Ave
Caledonia, MI
ENERFICIENCY
517-505-3032
1940 Maplewood
Owosso, MI
Turn Key Homes
269-660-2808
21304 M-66 North
Battle Creek, MI
J K Janiga Architects, Inc.
734.878.0177
10944 Frankfort
Pinckney, MI

2 . What Does an Architect Do?

Often what architects do seems to be a mystery. What the public sees is that an architect pulls ideas straight out of their head, draws them, and then a building pops up according to their specifications. But in reality, an architect’s job is much more complicated than that. An architect must understand the purpose for the building, and must be able to see all the uses and problems to be able to design a functional building. In order for this to happen effectively, the architect and the client must be communicating their needs clearly to each other. The client must be able to give his or her vision to the architect, so he or she can then design a building that will live up to the client’s expectations.

3 . What Should I Hire an Architect For?

The answer to this question is based on your individual needs, experience, and confidence in your own design and building abilities. Certainly, few people would aspire to design and construct a full-scale office building, but it is common for individual homeowners to manage remodeling and small add-ons. It is important to understand that even the smallest project can be intensely complicated. For instance, if remodeling a room in your home-involved alteration of a structural wall, then it might be risky to attempt without at least consulting an architect on the best way to approach the project.

In many cases, the only obvious aspect of the project is the current problem that the project is to rectify. For instance, perhaps your office is too small and needs additional storage space, but you have no land on which to build an add on, etc. An architect can help you form a solution to your problem.

4 . When Should I Start Looking For an Architect?

The short answer is simple – as soon as possible! As mentioned above, an architect can be helpful, as soon as you have identified the problem to be fixed. Depending on your specific needs, the architect may be able to help by doing site studies, work to secure zoning and planning approvals, as well as many other items that should occur before the design is even formed!

It is important to realize that a construction project, especially a new construction, can take years to complete. It is not uncommon for two years to pass from the time one decides that construction is necessary until the ground breaking. Approvals must be obtained, designs must be drawn, land must be scoped, etc. Most architects are familiar with the pre-construction process and will help you reach the groundbreaking phase quicker, if you hire them right at the start of the project.

5 . Featured Local Company

Metropolitan Architecture Practice

248-726-8876
7600 Chrysler Dr.
Detroit, MI
www.mapractice.com

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