If you have ever wondered “do I even need to hire an architect this is for you. First, let us come clear. No, we are not here to convince you to hire us for your home designing (really, even if that means losing a client) We’re only here to tell you why designing your home, or any building, for that matter, needs to be done by an architect. If a home is designed by anyone other than an architect, the chances of the home being badly designed are pretty high. What are the ways in which a bad design can affect your life negatively? You keep losing money in fixing and maintaining your home over the years The way rooms are connected, for example, how a toilet that was supposed to be near your bedroom is now too far, creates MAJOR INCONVENIENCE for you The Cost of Air conditioning in summers and room heating in winters ends up being high Your house does not reflect your personality, is not according to your liking, hence you are always uncomfortable It does not cater to you and your family in a personal way, and you just accept living there because nothing can be done now There are so many other, smaller problems that have a compounding effect. They create a rather unpleasant living experience for you and your family. Subconsciously, a badly designed home impacts your mental health, and your lifestyle as well. We can all agree that Losing your health and losing your money together is a combination nobody wants to experience. So, how to make sure that this doesn’t happen to you and your family? Consult with an architect- a professional who considers psychology (to understand human behavior for everyday living) climate (to design a home that can give you naturally ventilated, well lit spaces, that don’t overheat or over-cool in seasons), design and planning to have the best possible placement of rooms, their sizes, their functions, and their aesthetics as per your convenience - services including mechanical, electrical and plumbing inside your building, creating a comfortable environment for you to live there When optimized correctly, you get a beautiful home that was designed and constructed efficiently. You saved money by avoiding waste of material. Y ou and your family’s health and comfort is preserved. It is a complete win-win situation. Conclusion? Hire an architect first when you want to get a building constructed. Since we’re already here, let us offer you a Free Consultation about your home design and construction. We look forward to seeing you! Best, Elegant Homes Architects and Technical Consultants.