Lizzie and Joe’s Design and Build Therapy - Episode 4:

What do Architects Do?

Who - Lizzie Fraher & Joe Fraher

Description - Lizzie and Joe are a husband and wife pair of Architects who run Fraher & Findlay - an architecture, build and joinery company in South London, and have been designing and building projects together for the past 15 years. Lizzie is a featured Architect on BBC2’s building show - “Your Home Made Perfect”.

In this fourth episode, Lizzie and Joe discuss the role and significance of architects today, providing a comprehensive overview of their responsibilities and contributions.

Here are the key highlights:

What do architects do? The episode explores architects' various roles, shedding light on their expertise in designing and shaping spaces to cater to practical, aesthetic, and environmental needs.

Architectural consultancy: The podcast emphasises the value of engaging architects in consultancy roles, especially in identifying opportunities, constraints, and budget considerations for building or property projects.

Architectural process: From design concept and planning permissions to risk assessment and team building, the episode highlights the comprehensive involvement of architects in managing and coordinating various facets of a project, instilling confidence in their ability to deliver value and ensure effective project execution.

This insightful and informative episode offers a comprehensive understanding of architects' multifaceted roles, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in gaining deeper insights into the world of architectural design and construction.


Home work:

To gain valuable insights on working with architects, you can explore various resources such as the RIBA website, which offers comprehensive guides and tips for collaborating with architects.

Also, you can find helpful recommendations on working with architects by reading blogs. The websites of architects themselves provide valuable advice on how to engage with them and outline the services they can offer.

Additionally, listening to podcasts like Home Notes can also provide valuable information on the benefits of working with an architect and practical tips for successful collaboration.


Q&A
What are some useful resources or guides for when you are designing kitchens and bathrooms?

Guide(s) to designing bathrooms and kitchens. (Please refer to the links provided in the bio)


Links:
Detail in Contemporary Bathroom Design: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Detail-Contemporary-Bathroom-Design-Virginia/dp/1856695905
Architects’ Pocket Book of Kitchen Design: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Architects-Pocket-Kitchen-Design-Routledge/dp/0750661321
Build Partner:https://buildpartner.com/
Project Manager: https://www.projectmanager.com/
Team Gantt: https://www.teamgantt.com/
Asana: https://asana.com/
RIBA guide to working with an Architect: www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-…e-an-architect
Federation of Master Builders: www.fmb.org.uk/
Video consultations with Lizzie - ffconsultations.myshopify.com
Fraher & Findlay website:www.fraherandfindlay.com
Fraher & Findlay instagram - www.instagram.com/fraherandfindlay/?hl=en
Lizzie Fraher instagram: www.instagram.com/lizziefraherarchitect/?hl=en

Upcoming podcast 5: How do you approach a building project?

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