While not every project legally requires the participation of a registered design professional, an Architect can provide a broad range of services that increase the finished value and make the renovation process easier.

• Skills and Knowledge - Through education and practice, architects learn the ins and outs of the renovation process. An architect can help you make sure that things get done how and when they need to be done as well as ensure that applicable building and historic codes are followed.
• Time Commitment - An architect can assist you through decision-making processes and save you time in permitting, contractor selection, and construction administration.
• Technology and Experience - Today, computer aided drafting can greatly speed the design process. Many architects take advantage of CAD technology to produce complete and accurate construction documents.
• Design Talent and Idea Source - Architects are spatially-oriented people. They became architects because they love creating interesting and unique spaces.

Architects that focus on renovation do so because they believe that adaptive reuse of our existing building stock is key to rebuilding and maintaining a vibrant urban core.