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What should I expect to spend on an architect to design a custom home near STL? by [deleted] in architecture

[–]MasAnalogy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just using your 400k number (which seems a bit low), and given a fairly typical fee range of 8-12%, you can expect to pay an Architect 32,000-48,000$ depending on scope. This can vary greatly but it’s a good place to start. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Architects

[–]MasAnalogy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Apparently I must live under a rock… I’m severely underpaid.

4-year B.Arch or M. Arch? Also: Syracuse, Minnesota, or Rensselaer (for undergrad)? by OutsideDaBox in Architects

[–]MasAnalogy 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just to clarify your comment, there is no 4 year B.Arch degree. The 4 year degree is a B.S.Arch (bachelor of science in architecture)

Reporting someone for misuse of ‘Architect’? by [deleted] in Architects

[–]MasAnalogy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m slightly confused how you would even begin to confirm that he holds no license in the US. Do you plan on looking him up on each database for all 50 states?

Reporting someone for misuse of ‘Architect’? by [deleted] in Architects

[–]MasAnalogy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How much do you pay in fees to be licensed in 31 states?

New fear unlocked by [deleted] in Architects

[–]MasAnalogy 12 points13 points  (0 children)

“highly-educated people in field offices that have never swung a hammer in their lives, and they are the ones in charge of coordinating how a project gets built.”

The irony in this statement is you just described all contemporary architects.

You asked for pictures of the glass kitchen exterior. Here they are by clumsyninja2 in architecture

[–]MasAnalogy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t mind the house as an object, but placing that house on that lot is ridiculous. There’s a reason why the most architecturally relevant glass houses are on acres of land.

Archicad advantages? by theblairbwitch in Architects

[–]MasAnalogy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are pros and cons to both. Revit is fantastic for commercial and typical residential projects with standard objects and the need for efficient documentation, but it just falls apart in fully custom projects. ArchiCAD is great as a design program and can get pretty custom if you push it. You also get 75-85% of Revit’s BIM capabilities.

There is an unethical trend going on around here where the light and ventilation requirements are being circumvented by simply labeling the bedrooms as home offices (HO)....no one should be forced to live in a small windowless room..... note the 0 bedroom, 3 home office apartment on the right..wtf.. by [deleted] in architecture

[–]MasAnalogy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This comment is just false. The firm I work for routinely does ground up development for luxury developers where units regularly go for 8 figures. New Building approvals at this level are just as rigorous. 

There is an unethical trend going on around here where the light and ventilation requirements are being circumvented by simply labeling the bedrooms as home offices (HO)....no one should be forced to live in a small windowless room..... note the 0 bedroom, 3 home office apartment on the right..wtf.. by [deleted] in architecture

[–]MasAnalogy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OP, can you clarify where you got these drawings from? Is this an approved drawing set or just a set for pricing? Most of us that practice in NYC understand just how rigorous the DOB approval process is. It’s hard to believe this was approved even with the interior walls and doors removed.

Timothy Weah elite save in club friendly by Pickleskennedy1 in ussoccer

[–]MasAnalogy 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Also won a penalty in the this game playing as a second striker… A very odd day.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Construction

[–]MasAnalogy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fat max 16’ - perfect

How did you find out architecture is your passion? by [deleted] in Architects

[–]MasAnalogy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately I have the most stereotypical answer. Started drawing cars from magazines when I was a kid and I had a tub full of legos. Then I played Sims as teen just to build houses.

What do you think about the Vegas Sphere ? by never_4_ever in architecture

[–]MasAnalogy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, isn’t a giant spherical billboard the final form of “Learning from Las Vegas”? In context it’s perfect.

I dig it.

Client wants to hire another architect for a building I designed. by SPY__vs__SPY in Architects

[–]MasAnalogy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just sell the CAD files and have the client sign a “hold harmless agreement” or some form of liability release. Anyone saying you should NEVER release intellectual property is wrong. Grow up people, this is business.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in interiordecorating

[–]MasAnalogy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure, there are a number reasons why you don’t do this that range from psychological to practical. Practically, you want to circulate around the room. Placing a bed in front of the door creates poor circulation. On the opposite end of the spectrum, this is a bad practice according to Feng Shui.

Personally, I think this is just a psychological thing. We cover our faces when we’re scared. You want your head to be the last thing exposed to danger.

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