Address: 303 Potrero St Building 42, Suite 304, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
Phone: +18312460117
Sunday: 7AM–11PM
Monday: 7AM–11PM
Tuesday: 7AM–11PM
Wednesday: 7AM–11PM
Thursday: 7AM–11PM
Friday: 7AM–11PM
Saturday: 7AM–11PM
Jim Scholfield
Bill Fisher is a top of the line architect. His specialty is mid-century modern, his aesthetic eye extraordinary, his sensitivity to the home site profound, and his attention to detail never ending. On top of all this, Bill is a creative collaborator with both a sense of humor and fun who makes, what can be a long remodel journey inspiring to the client. Not least of all, the budget you agree on is real.
Karen Wilkinson
Bill Fisher was recommended to us by a friend. We met with him when we were searching for an architect to use on a many-faceted project on our property. We found him to be very easy to work with and very attentive to our questions and issues as they arose. On several occasions he came out to the job site to confer with us before the plans were drawn and as the project continued. We appreciated his knowledge and creativity and, in fact, used have him a second time on a new project. Karen & Chuck
Juliet Grossman
Innovative modern architecture with a personal touch - a definite recommend!
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Less than to not hire one.
The architect utilizes a number of associates to complete the work. These days everything is digital of course. We use extremely sophisticated 3-D software, unusual for most architectural studios.
Yes. We like to meet our clients on the site where the building is to be built so they can meet us and we can understand the project. Then we can give an educated written proposal.
Not necessarily. Your architect can create documents that allow any amount of interaction you desire.
Look at their website first and then interview them.
Responsibility for all aspects of the design.
Designing buildings and sites.
Yes.
Absolutely.
Those with the most experience, as well as of course creativity. There are a lot of things to learn and wisdom only comes with time and hard work.
Usually hourly.
Not normally.
Most people don't have the specialized skills to design buildings and create the documents needed (drawings, specifications, and calculations).
Often between 10 to 20% of the cost of construction, that is, the amount paid to the General Contractor.
Eight years of college and experience. The most common degree is a 5 year "Bachelor of Architecture". Although many satisfy the State licensing education requirement with a Masters Degree.
Most architects charge between $150 and $250 per hour.
Architects may design buildings and sites of any size or type. A non-licensed person may only design wood frame houses.
An architect has a license granted by the state. To earn the license, the architect must have 8 years of experience and education and pass an examination.
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