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5 Reasons to use an Architectural Designer
#1: MAXIMISING YOUR SITE
There are so many things to consider when choosing the orientation of your house on a building site. Sun, wind, climate, land contours, views, neighbouring properties, gardens, parking spaces – the list goes on!
Rather than selecting a pre-designed house plan which isn’t designed for your site, opt to deal directly with an architectural designer.
This way you’ll ensure your house is designed specifically to take advantage of your building site, to produce a practical, energy-efficient, healthy home!
Check out more info on House Orientation from Smarter Homes NZ: https://www.smarterhomes.org.nz/.../house-orientation/
#2: DESIGNED FOR YOU
If you’re inspired by shows like “Your Home Made Perfect”, and “Grand Designs”, you’ll appreciate how a home designed specifically for its occupants is so special.
Your architectural designer will work with you to understand your needs and wants, to design a home that’s specifically tailored for your family and how you live your life on a day-to-day basis.
A great way to prepare for your ‘dream home’ design is to start collecting ideas and storing them away. This could be saving links on Facebook, creating Pinterest boards or simply taking photos of cool features you see when visiting others.
The design feature pictured was an idea from the Cook family, who wanted to make the most of their outdoor living space.
#3: IT’S NOT AS EXPENSIVE AS YOU THINK
Engaging an architectural designer for your new home does not mean huge fees. All design costs are upfront, and services can be tailored to keep within your budget.
With an architectural designer, you get the home you want, designed with you and your property in mind.
#4: CUT OUT THE MIDDLEMAN
When you deal directly with an architectural designer, you cut out the middleman, which allows for a faster design process.
An architectural designer will guide you through the full process, helping you to avoid any unnecessary fees, and ensuring a smooth and
enjoyable design and build journey!
#5: GET MORE FOR YOUR MONEY
Dealing directly with an architectural designer puts you in an excellent position to make your money go further!
You’ll be able to shortlist builders and choose the best fit for you or simply pick the most competitively priced option.
Here’s some handy info about choosing a builder: http://www.buildingguide.co.nz/constr.../choosing-a-builder/
