Selecting an Architect for Your Residential Project

Many of us think of architects only in terms of large-scale or commercial design projects. However, architects are taking on an increasing amount of residential work with successful results.

So, when you decide to add on to your home or build a new one, consider working with an architect to achieve a custom design that will reflect your individual requirements and desires.

• Why Hire an Architect?
• Steps in Residential Construction
• 20 Questions Before Your Get Started
• 20 Questions to Ask An Architect
• Search AIA Architect Finder

Selecting an Architect for Your Public Project

When selecting an architect, a public owner's primary concerns are to get the best available professional services for the taxpayers' money and to conduct a fair and equitable selection process.

AIA Wisconsin can assist you in selecting the most qualified architect for your project. The QBS Wisconsin program is provided as a public service by AIA Wisconsin and the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Wisconsin. The "Wisconsin QBS Manual" provides a step-by-step guide for implementing a qualifications-based selection process.

For more information, please contact AIA Wisconsin at (608) 257-8477 or via contact form.

• Download Wisconsin QBS Manual (PDF)
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