ᐅ Which questions should be clarified before the architect's consultation?

Hello everyone,

Our planning for our single-family house is slowly progressing.
General questions such as the plot, basement, construction method, bricks, etc.
I am now wondering what exactly I need to have clarified or decided before meeting with an architect?
Do I already have to know the details of what type of heating system I want to use?

Maybe you could just give me a brief overview.

Thanks for your information.

The most important question will initially be what financial framework you have available. This way, the architect can assist you with your wishes and plan within the appropriate budget.

skyboy89 schrieb:
Now my question is what exactly do I NEED or should I have clarified or decided before meeting with an architect?

Only your financial budget and your requirements for the house (layout, number of rooms, open or closed plan, modern or traditional style, cool or cozy atmosphere, ...). For the other questions, you can rely on professional advice.

I am also about to have my first meeting with an architect and have noted the following:

• Clarify financial matters (how much equity, income, expenses, planned mortgage payment, etc.)
• Write down and bring rough ideas (number of rooms, room sizes, with or without basement, modern or traditional style, passive house, KNX system, etc.)
• Development plan and plot plan, as well as photos of the site if available
• Have an initial brief and non-binding consultation

In my opinion, you should already have given some thought to the possible contract structures, or which phases of service you want to hire the architect for. Is it perhaps under consideration to hand over to a general contractor (GC) after the planning approval phase?

In general, it’s useful to take a look at the HOAI beforehand—simply to better understand the conversation. A good architect will always adapt to your needs, no matter how far you are in your planning.

I have often heard that future homeowners get advice from the architect even during the site selection.