If you are planning on making some big, structural changes to your home, such as an extension or a garage conversion for example, then firstly you might be wondering if you firstly need to go to a professional architect like this Monmouth architect www.hillsandcompany.co.uk to create a plan that you are happy with.
Although it is not something that you have to do, there is certainly a reason why most people will go to an architect first.
One of the main reasons to work with an architect to design your project is to ensure that the work that you are having done is legal as well as being safe. Architects are knowledgeable about things like planning permission and building regulations and will be able to help you through the process, as well as making sure that all of the plans are safe.
Another thing that an architect will do is look at how your property is currently, and they may be able to suggest things from a professional perspective that you may not have considered. They may have an idea that would work better or perhaps save you money for example. In addition to this, they may also be able to look at how the rest of the home is used and help come up with ideas to make it all work better as a whole.
Finding good builders can be a worry too as nobody wants to be stung by a cowboy. However, architects have a lot of contacts in the building industry and will be able to recommend builders and tradespeople to you.
