ᐅ Building a Semi-Detached House / Architect-Designed Home

Hello,
I am still at the very beginning of planning my house.

The goal is to build a duplex (two units) on an existing plot of land.
An architect will handle the project.

Does anyone have tips for my first steps regarding the selection of an architect?

Would you recommend contacting several architects to receive multiple offers?
How quickly is an initial meeting usually scheduled? Is there a long waiting time?
What does an architect typically cost? Is it possible to get an approximate estimate?

Thank you in advance.

Check the search engine of your choice for HOAI, which regulates what the architect is paid for each service. By the way, if you use a full-service provider, it’s included.

Why a duplex? What do you plan to do with it: rent out the second half, sell the second half, rent out both halves, sell both halves, or do you intend to act as a developer?

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Most likely, both halves will be rented out.

d.k.i.b schrieb:

Most likely, both halves are intended to be rented out.

Actually, no one should know more details about this than you (?)
What is the motivation behind this project?

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A really bad idea from me:
... Before you invest a lot of money to build with an architect, take advantage of the current situation and sell the plot for a high price...

It will take years before you achieve comparable profits from rental income.