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Top 9 Architecture Firms near Denver, CO

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F9 Productions Inc.
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F9 Productions Inc.

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Excellent 4.9

(42)

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  • 70 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves Denver, CO
Dana B. says, "We hired the team at F9 this past summer (2021) to engineer and draft a full set of stamped and engineered plans for our new cabin in Cripple Creek, CO. Being the first time, we have ever hired an architect, we were skeptical and nervous and didn’t know what to expect. However, Lance, Alex, and the whole team were professional and easy to work with. Their price was fair and the process from start to finish went surprisingly fast despite the iterative back and forth nature of designing an entire home from scratch. The team recognized that we would be building the home ourselves and that we were working with a tight budget. Our build site is wooded, sloped, rocky, and has some other challenges that the team was able to easily address. We have learned that a good architect should save you money while still designing exactly what you need. Because of Lance and Alex’s knowledge and experience they were able to find opportunities where we could save some money and also get exactly what we wanted without sacrificing any of our needs and wants. During the process we had regular Zoom meetings, phone calls, and all of our questions were answered quickly on the spot or via email in almost real time. The whole process was surprisingly smooth, and we even had some above and beyond changes that were taken care of. I would highly recommend F9 Productions for any architectural needs. We are excited to start building our cabin in the mountains. Thank you, guys, for the fantastic experience and for taking care of all our engineering and architectural needs! Dana Blocksage Cripple Creek, CO"See more

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How do I find a good architect in Denver?

Search online to find the best architects in the Denver area. Narrow your search by deciding what type of architect you want to work with — a large firm, a landscape architect, an architect designer or a freelance architect. 

Review at least five to seven business profiles, reading customer reviews, and looking at photos and descriptions of their past work. Then, contact at least three architects to ask for an estimate. 

But before you hire anyone, verify the pros hold the proper business license and insurance in Denver. For example, you can ask them to send you their license and insurance information, or you can search for individual architects’ licenses through the Colorado State Board.

How do architects work?

Architects may work for an architecture or engineering firm, they may work for a government organization, they can work for a construction company, or they may be self-employed (freelance). The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics explains that architects spend a large amount of their working time in the home or company office: meeting with clients; creating reports and architectural drawings; and working with other architects and engineers. When not in an office, an architect is often at the construction site either as part of the development of plans or to ensure building progress is following the blueprint.

When a client interacts with an architect, it is typically to have them design drawings for the construction of a house or a building. If you are a client who has hired a large architecture firm, there may be a team of people working on your design. But if you are working with a freelance architect or a smaller firm, one person (or a small group) will take your concept and translate it into an architectural blueprint that a builder can use to construct a house. The plans will lay out everything from the depth of the foundation to the materials to use to the type of metal to be used in the reinforcement. Once the plans have been created and handed off to the builder, the architect may remain on the project — depending on budget — and oversee progress.

How do architects charge for their services?

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the median salary of an architect in 2016 was $76,930. This range included architects with every type of company as well as self-employed architects. Depending on the architect and whether they’re with a firm or independent, they may charge per hour or by the square foot, or they may charge a percentage of the total budget for a construction project. An hourly rate is typically used for smaller projects such as providing consultation, helping clients hone their concept before the design process begins, or drafting documents and plans. If an architect is working on an hourly basis on a larger project, there will usually be an agreed-upon cap on the number of hours they will work. For larger projects, such as new construction or total overhaul remodels, architects may charge a percentage of the total construction costs. The architect will usually set the percentage you will pay after the total cost of construction has been accounted for. Percentages can range within a firm depending on the extent of the services they’re providing. For example, a lower percentage of the total construction costs may include drafting and minimal consultation and guidance along the way, while a higher percentage could include on-site project management services with every detail attended to. Architects may also charge by the square footage of the project. The rate per square foot can vary depending on the individual’s training, the services they are providing, the complexity of the project, and other factors — such as obtaining permits. The national average cost to hire an architect is between $1,690 and $2,500.

What do house plans consist of?

In a house plan, you can expect to see an overview of the construction site, floor plans, roof plans, foundation plans, electrical plans, exterior elevation and more. Always ask your architect what they plan to include in your house plan.

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