Looking forward to a major home improvement project? If you answered yes, then you should get ready to meet the architect for the first time. The initial meeting is crucial because it will dictate what you can do to your home, how long it will take, the project’s expected cost and other essential info. You’d want to make this first meeting as meaningful as possible, so here are a few ways to help you prepare for it.
Figure Out Your Priorities
Setting specific goals makes it easy for you and your architect to get on the same page. While having something specific in mind is ideal, it’s fine to have just a “rough” initial plan. More importantly, you need to focus on what you really want to get out of this home improvement project. This could be something as simple as making a part of your home look prettier to something as drastic as wanting to change the traffic flow and accessibility of a room.
Get Some Examples
If you don’t have something specific yet, get inspiration from other homes. Take some time to collect images and information about other home projects that may have some elements that you could incorporate into your own remodeling. You’re bound to find a handful of good examples just by checking for image search results.
Prepare Important Questions
Home renovation can be very complicated so it’s normal for homeowners to have a few questions. Make sure you ask the right ones by having a list on hand. Don’t just go for generic questions like “what’s best for this?”. Be more specific with questions like “will this option be more viable than this one?”. Ask for expected timeframes and even the possibility of needing extra funds for unforeseen issues. The more you ask, the easier it will be for you and your architect to get on the same page.
Point Out Past Projects
Do you feel like you want your architects to incorporate some of the things they worked on to your current project? You can use an architect’s portfolio not just as inspiration for your current project, but also as a reference that you can bring up if you have concerns about possible issues in their previous work.
Looking for good architects to help you with your project? We’re here for you. Nuss Construction Company is the leading home improvement contractor in Cherry Hill, Moorestown and Marlton, NJ. Call us at (856) 988-9982, or fill out this contact form to request a quote.
