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Should you engage an architect before buying a house?

I share the story of Linty—a scientist, friend, and now a client—who embarked on the journey to find her family’s next home. Along the way, we avoided some serious missteps, like a house I bluntly described as a “tent pretending to be a home.”

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Never ignore a pain in the gut

Three months ago my husband had a pain in his chest. Of course he went straight to the doctor for a second opinion after the first told him not to worry.

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A "feminine" approach to architecture?! (Let me explain!)

We used to be reluctant to use the term "feminine" but no more. There is a feminine approach to architecture and construction, and it can be done by men. It's not about who but the process that is different - and it's about Collaboration and Trust.

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Is hiring an architect worth it?

Yes! For every $1 spent on architectural fees, the home owner gains $11.40 [in capital gain]. That means, for the median Melbourne house price of$1,200,000, after 10 years the home owner that employed an architect is $256,000 better off than the home owner that didn’t.

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Do Architects Add Value to a Home?

What’s the value of getting an architect? Isn’t it expensive? If you’re data minded, there is evidence that if you are not getting professional design input into your home is will cost you dearly.

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Radio Architecture

A disarming interview with Sarah Hobday-North about her pathway to Architect GP, why it’s different, and the things that really matter about architecture.

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Can you hire an Architect by the hour?

Bamboozled by fee proposals? Take a shortcut with hourly and fixed fee services. We think more architects should let you get to the point and offer their services by the hour.

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Can I get an Architect that listens, please?

A 30-minute call with Sarah let’s you feel if Architect GP is right for you. The relief some clients feel at finding a bunch of architects they can work with can run deep.

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Can I fix my home for (next) Christmas?

At Architect GP, we understand that the holiday season can highlight frustrations in your living spaces, from crowded rooms to storage challenges. Our team offers accessible, expert design solutions tailored to your lifestyle and local environment, transforming seasonal stress into functional, joyful spaces that work for you year-round.

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