A reader dropped me a line and asked if I could do a post on architectural fees [good idea, thanks Erin!] - and I thought it was a great idea for a topic.
Excellent post. I've been following your socials for a while (I think we have a common friend?? I went to Northeastern U).
I'm an architect in rural Maine (Meldrum Design); pricing (and working) as a licensed architect is an interesting dance up here. I ended up creating my own frankenstein process and pricing that seems to work for my budget restricted clients. The pricing is basically hourly with an estimate at the beginning. (I actually just wrote about it on my own blog!)
But architecting up here is like the wild east. Almost no building codes, contractors generally dislike architects, no one has enough money for a designer, etc. It's been a fun challenge figuring out how to make design accessible for everyone who wants one. I love it.
Anyway, thanks for spreading the knowledge. I'm excited to be a subscriber/ supporter. :)
Hi Ashley - Yes, I think we both know Nicole Fichera! I can imagine that it's difficult in that market, and it's awesome that you've found a way to make it work. Things are always different in different markets, and there's no one-size-fits-all, right?! I love that you're able to bring good design and architectural services to folks on a budget!
Also, a GC I know and have worked with from Boston is now up in Scarborough - not sure if it's in your neck of the woods, but I know he's cool with architects and is looking to network and collaborate - happy to connect you!
And thank you for the support - means a lot from a fellow pro :)
Thanks for the offer of the Scarborough contact. What's their name? It's a small state, I may already know them!
In any case, Scarborough is pretty far away from me. There are architect-friendly contractors all over the south and east part of the state, it's western Maine where it gets challenging. But it's all good. :)
Those fees are low... 🫣😵💫
But this was another great read!
Excellent post. I've been following your socials for a while (I think we have a common friend?? I went to Northeastern U).
I'm an architect in rural Maine (Meldrum Design); pricing (and working) as a licensed architect is an interesting dance up here. I ended up creating my own frankenstein process and pricing that seems to work for my budget restricted clients. The pricing is basically hourly with an estimate at the beginning. (I actually just wrote about it on my own blog!)
But architecting up here is like the wild east. Almost no building codes, contractors generally dislike architects, no one has enough money for a designer, etc. It's been a fun challenge figuring out how to make design accessible for everyone who wants one. I love it.
Anyway, thanks for spreading the knowledge. I'm excited to be a subscriber/ supporter. :)
Hi Ashley - Yes, I think we both know Nicole Fichera! I can imagine that it's difficult in that market, and it's awesome that you've found a way to make it work. Things are always different in different markets, and there's no one-size-fits-all, right?! I love that you're able to bring good design and architectural services to folks on a budget!
Also, a GC I know and have worked with from Boston is now up in Scarborough - not sure if it's in your neck of the woods, but I know he's cool with architects and is looking to network and collaborate - happy to connect you!
And thank you for the support - means a lot from a fellow pro :)
Thanks for the offer of the Scarborough contact. What's their name? It's a small state, I may already know them!
In any case, Scarborough is pretty far away from me. There are architect-friendly contractors all over the south and east part of the state, it's western Maine where it gets challenging. But it's all good. :)