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#461 - Buying Plans Online vs Hiring An Architect

The Second Studio Design and Architecture Show

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Navigating Construction Budgets and Architectural Value

This chapter examines the differences between total project budgets and actual construction costs, with a focus on the 'soft costs' that often go unrecognized. It highlights the challenges clients face in understanding the value of professional architectural services versus online pre-made plans and discusses the importance of establishing a strong client-architect relationship. The conversation underscores the necessity of financial feasibility and transparency in the construction process while exploring innovative solutions for making quality design more accessible.

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