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What is the difference between an Architectural Technologist and an Architect?

Architectural Technologists and architects are qualified and competent to lead construction projects from design through to completion. The difference is within the specialisms that they will bring to a project. Architectural Technologists’ training and emphasis is on the science and technology of architecture, with an Architects’ training and emphasis on the design and philosophy.

There is no architect bashing here, just an underline to the fact that we do a very similar job, but often from a different starting point and delivered in quite a different way. While both disciplines have their own distinct training and specialism, there is considerable overlap between the two professions.

There are four stages in our projects, which are outlined below…

aSK For oUR vIEWs - Initial Consultation

  • We provide a free on-site consultation, offering you advice + discussing our role in your project.

  • We take time to understand your requirements + budget

  • Then we develop your project objectives together + develop an initial project brief

  • We will outline the terms of our appointment, services + fees before we begin the project

Get cREATIVE - Develop The design brief

  • We begin to turn your ideas into the creative vision

  • We’ll create any necessary feasibility studies or site surveys

  • We will produce a drawing package of existing property

  • Then we’ll prepare design drawings + outline proposal

  • Where required, we’ll develop 2D CAD drawings + 3D modelling using our Lumion Pro Software

  • Where required, we will begin to liaise with a structural engineer + other specialists

  • We will discuss any alterations to the initial brief

  • Where required, we will create planning + building warrant applications (this process can take up to 6-8 weeks)

Support through the Technical - pre-construction

  • We will create technical drawings for you + for selected builders to cost

  • We will coordinate with engineers, quantity surveyors + any other consultants supporting the project

  • Where required, we will prepare tender documentation for building contractors

  • We will assist you with the evaluation of tender returns

Getting onto site - construction

  • We’ll deliver the preparation + administration of construction contract

  • We will review the design information from contractors + specialists

  • We will hold regular meetings + site inspections throughout the construction stage

  • We will review compliance with statutory + contract requirements

  • We will report back to you + advising you on any key considerations

  • We’ll advise you on how to gain a completion certificate

  • We will help to resolve any issues + ensure your project is completed to the highest standards