Darren Bray was asked by Homebuilding & Renovating magazine, to share his thoughts about how working with an Architect can save you money, published in the March 2025 edition – you can read the full article here.

Can an architect save me money?

In short yes, they can. With their year of training, and experience working on construction projects, architect have invaluable knowledge that they can pass on to you, to help streamline your project, minimize mistakes and ensure you get the most value for your investment.

One of the most significant areas where an architect can help save money is by reducing your construction time onsite. As part of the working stage process, your architect will produce technical drawings for the construction team, this clarity ensures your contractor knows exactly what to build, reducing the opportunity for costly mistakes, misunderstandings or unexpected redesigns during the build process. They can also help assess construction and material costs, to make sure you’re getting a fair deal without compromising quality or safety.

An architect will be able to lower the running costs of your home through detailed work to improve its energy efficiency. Their knowledge of materials, design and products will to help improve the energy consumption, to save you money on a day-to-day basis.

Working with an architect can also help to save you money in the long run. They are skilled at making the most out of the space you have, which can reduce the need to move from a property and increase its value. For instance, they might be able to design a new layout that adds an additional bedroom or optimises underused areas of your home, such as turning an attic or basement into valuable living space. This work can transform your home, to make it function better for your lifestyle, while also adding real long-term value.

Finally, while saving money is important, a well-designed home can also improve your quality of life. Architects don’t just focus on the technical side—they design spaces that are comfortable, functional, and tailored to your needs.

If you have any questions, or have a project you would like to disucss, do get in touch the the team here.