WORKING WITH AN ARCHITECT
The role of an architect
An architect is involved in working on the design, planning and oversight of a building’s construction. They offer clients a level of design expertise that no other building professional can provide.
The Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) is a national body for qualified architects, with established professional standards. An AIA architect is is legally bound by, and must practice to the State Registration Board’s code of ethics, as established by the Institute. AIA Architects are also encouraged to continue their professional development, and behave in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct.
As a result, AIA Architects are leaders in their field, operate with professional integrity and provide superior independent and professional advice.
An architect works both as a team leader, and as an individual. The role of an architect is to coordinate the team of specialist consultants, such as engineers, surveyors, builders, subcontractors, interiors designers and landscape architects.
We have been trained to advise clients on every facet of the building process.
This includes:
selecting a suitable site
Design and planning
Feasibility studies
Managing budgets
Managing the construction process and team
Designing interiors, landscaping and external designs
Maintaining the building
Working with Nina Nikolovska Architects
We provide the following services:
Initial site meeting, photos, site measurements, client brief
Letting client know what is possible on their site
Clients budget and providing feasibility study if required
Discussion of Architectural Fees and Client/Architect Agreement
Sketch Design Stage
Design Development Stage
Documentation Stage
Contract Administration Stage
Clients are encouraged to ask questions, we have a booklet we provide outlining our services in detail.
It is advised that your project is costed by a professional builder or quantity surveyor after each of the stages listed above. This insures the design is monitored and the final product is a project you can afford.
Your role in the process
To ensure the ultimate success of your project, we require that you work with us closely to effectively communicate your project brief. We need to know very clear details about space and functionality requirements, lifestyle needs and family expectations, site features, sustainability considerations, the quality of materials and fixtures, and any budgetary constraints.
Open and cohesive communications will allow us to work with you to prepare a design brief that fully explores every option available. A great brief will ensure the project is completed on time and on budget.
Project Schedule
Expectations for the completion of the project are discussed and agreed upon in the early planning stages. Project schedules take into consideration the nature of the project, the current building market, site availability and your personal timeline needs.