Timaru Architect FAQs

What happens at the first meeting with an architect?

Not sure what to expect at your first meeting with an architect? Here’s how NB Architects helps clients start their project on the right foot.

Yes. But expect noise, dust, and a few compromises. Whether it works depends on the size of the job and your patience.

The earlier the better. Getting NB Architects involved from the start can save time, money, and design headaches down the track.

Designing for energy efficiency involves more than insulation. It includes passive solar principles, ventilation, materials & smarter systems.

NB Architects offer a mix of hourly, fixed-fee or percentage pricing, depending on the project type & scope. A formal proposal outlines costs.

You don’t need a builder before talking to an architect, but early collaboration helps with costs and feasibility.

The key to a home that works is honest communication with your architect. Your habits, routines and preferences all shape the design.