Choosing the right architect is the single most important part of successfully accomplishing your residential, commercial or institutional construction project. A good building construction must begin with right architect. An architect should concern themselves not only with the concept but also with planning and designing. In order to choose the right architect you need to consider the architect’s experience, expertise, knowledge of building laws, ability to use technology and the architect’s portfolio.
Review the architect’s building portfolio. It must have a wide variety of projects to express their range of design abilities. From the designs that have been provided you have to find the elements that you would like to add in your own project such as room layout. Seek the architect’s help during the interview on what he thinks about your designs and what best can be added and subtracted to make the designs more beautiful and affordable at the same time. Look for any qualities or flourishes unique to that architect, and consider hiring them if you would want to have those for yourself.
When looking for an architect you must consider his previous experiences and the architect must have practiced in different types of construction and contracting. The architect should have multiple prior successful projects to their name and satisfied clientele. They should have done work on several types of various buildings, resorts, and commercial projects and sites. Noticing this should give you confidence towards the architect that they are able to accomplish your project.
Through interviewing the architect you must note if the he has knowledge of the craft. This is another important aspect that one should not overlook. The architect should be familiar with the intricacies and technicalities of construction and contracting. They should be well versed in different types of building materials and construction techniques. They should also be adept in identifying the practices and guidelines to be followed. In short, a good architect should have a keen sense of the most cost effective ways to progress according to the client’s desires.
The architects should also be able to design the blueprint and model the project in detail and perfection. They should have several blueprints from all angles to work with. And also have detailed sketches, as well as 3D in depth 
models to really visualize the project in an adept manner. A good architect should have a deep understanding in technologies that help the customer visualize the finished view of the building. An architect who knows high quality 3D rendering and 3D animation can create for you three-dimensional visualizations showing the attributes of a proposed architectural design.
The architects in Zimbabwe should follow the construction and building laws of the localities they are contracting in. To do this efficiently, the architect should have knowledge of the guidelines they must follow while building to avoid illegalities. They should be ready to guide the customer and contractors on the rules and regulations that they need to follow, and the most effective methods to adapt them.
Following these steps in choosing an architect, will guarantee that you find the best architect to help you accomplish the project of your dream without struggling. Call us or come through to our offices for more information.
Picture Credit: Homefill Portfolio