Home Architect

The Home Architect mandate is to completely inform all site visitors of all the key information required in the process of building a custom home.

All aspects of the entire home design process are covered. Over 200 pages of information on topics from key site selection issues to the best way to find a custom builder in your local area is discussed in detail. It is our goal to take the confusion and to give the home owner a sense of control over the process through free, detailed, thorough information.

The impact of important details like toxic building materials to avoid, aging considerations in the design process and whether Solar Power should be a consideration are some of the topics discussed.

Few Architects Focus on Custom Homes Many Architects are focused on other types of work other than custom homes. In fact, most architectural schools concentrate on other forms of architecture. To identify an architect that has an expertise and desire to handle custom homes is a hit and miss process.

Why is an Architect Important to Use in the Custom Home Process. After you have viewed the details covered in this site you will see how important an architect can be in not only the design process but the choice of materials to avoid toxity The design of your home can save on heating and cooling costs and permit waste and water conservation.

Why Do Most Home Owners Try to Avoid an Architect... They try and save the cost of hiring an architect. However, many architects act as a third party to the construction process and can save the homeowner a good portion of their fee by just making sure the builder does what they are suppose to do.

What About Construction Materials Architects will know not only about the correct materials to use to best save you head aches in the future but also they are aware of the newest products available to incorporate into your home that a builder will not necessarily introduce to you.

What is the Cost of an Architect.... Most people have a mis conception about the cost of an architect. If you consider the cost savings in the design process, dealing with the tender process for the work, overseeing the construction process and making sure the correct materials and workmanship has taken place....the cost of an architect is extremely reasonable.






























SITE
Site Selection
Site Orientation
Neighbours
Property Value
Landscaping
Erosion Control
Streets
Climate Issues
Bio Diversity Impacts
DESIGN
Adaptable
Barrier Free
Home Architect
Home Design
Home Size
Shading
Lighting
Lighting + Lighting Costs
New Home Orientation
Project Home Orientation
CLIMATE CONTROL
Air Conditioning
Air Locks
Air Movement
Air Quality
Heating
Inside Air Pollution
Noise
Noise Control
Passive Cooling
Passive Solar Heating
Thermal Mass
CONSTRUCTION
Building Envelope
Building Selection
Budgeting
Construction Process
Construction Systems
Glazing
Fire
Insulation
Insulation Installation
Material Use
Windows
ENERGY + SYSTEMS
Batteries
Hot Water Systems
Effecient Energy Use
Energy Systems
Energy Sources
Energy Savings
Energy Use
Reduce Energy Use
Water Use
Waste Water
Water Use Design
Wind Systems
MISC.
Common Myths
Fading
Health Safety
Safety
Security
Sediment Control
Energy Use
Reduce Energy Use
Water Use
Waste Water
Water Use Design