Architects Services
What does an Architect do?
The range of tasks that an architect performs may include:
- advising clients on building needs and requirements including maintenance, site selections and regulations.
- assisting clients in the development of briefing requirements for projects.
- undertaking feasibility studies and interpreting client needs.
- preparing sketch plans and co-ordinating cost estimates.
- evaluating alternative options.
- preparing detailed designs, working drawings and specifications for use by the builders in constructing the project.
- preparing documents for approval by building regulatory authorities (planning, construction, fire, health, etc.).
- calling and evaluating tenders from builders and specialist sub-contractors when required.
- monitoring and inspecting building work to ensure it conforms to the contract documents.
- researching improved planning, design and management techniques.
- evaluating the completed project
