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With Dewson… quality, craftsmanship and value are built in, never added on.

With Dewson… quality, craftsmanship and value are built in, never added on.

THE PROCESS – RENOVATIONS AND ADDITIONS

Designing Your Home with an Architect

The architect is an integral part of any renovation / addition construction team. Dewson Construction has developed strong working relationships with many area architects, each with unique style and strengths. We can help guide you to an architect or you can select one on your own for us to work with. Whether we help you select an architect or not, here are some things to consider:

  1. Evaluate the style of home that appeals to you and find an architect whose style meets your personal requirements.
  2. Renovating or adding to your home requires “team players” and the architect must be willing to be an active participant on “your team”.
  3. Communication is critical. The architect must be able to listen to and articulate with all members of your team.
  4. Be sure the architect has experience in designing the type of renovation / addition you are looking for. Ask for sample floor plans and photography from prior projects for your review.
  5. Scheduling is very important. Be sure to talk to the architect about their workload and availability. Ask specifically if they have the time to devote to this project to meet your required timelines.
  6. Ask specifically about compensation. Architect fees can be based on a percentage of the total cost of construction, a cost per square foot of construction or a flat fee. Understand the cost implications to you.

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